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Steve Wade Obituary
Steve Wade, born January 27, 1950, passed away February 1, 2024, in Panama City, Florida.
Steve was born in LaGrange, Georgia. The family moved to Dothan in 1957. He was a junior high quarterback, basketball player, and track runner. That sporting spirit continued to Dothan High School, where he played running back and safety. He was voted Mr. DHS and a hero to many, with his smile, talent, and passion for Christ. Awarded many scholarships, he chose the University of Alabama. He and his brother Tommy Wade were the only brothers under Coach Bear Bryant to start a game. He was monumental in leading students to the Lord during his time as youth pastor at First Baptist Church (Dothan) and coaching in Orlando, where he met and married Brenda.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Arlie Wade and Marie Bence Wade. Celebrating his life are son, Jeremy Wade; his daughter, Heather; granddaughter, Kyra; brother, Tommy (Donna) Wade; his sister, Vikki (Larry) Kendrick Smith; nieces, nephews and cousins.
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Debbie Moon Johnson
January 18, 2025
Just found out about Steve´s passing today. My heart is sad. He was a special fiend and we had some fun times. I had the "privilege" of making him a jacket in one of my home ec classes. It was fun. I think my teacher had a crush on him. I will always remember that beautiful smile of his. Praying for the family as you near his birthday and the anniversary of his home going.
Peggy Carrell McCleskey
January 18, 2025
I was deeply saddened to hear about Steve´s padding! I went to the University of Alabama with Steve and got to know him through the FCA. He was a super guy with a great smile!!!
Sending my deepest condolences to his family.
Timothy Norman
December 18, 2024
RIP Coach! I will never forget you in helping me during my senior year at Winter Park High School while we were in the state quarterfinals with my punting against Merritt Island High School. Even though you
weren´t a coach with WPHS, your coaching me with my punting helped me to get through to the next level.
Thank you again and may you rest in peace with our Heavenly Father! Condolences to your family and I will always remember you on that particular night! Roll Tide! Warmest regards, Tim Norman
Rick Williams
November 21, 2024
I met Steve in the 80's when I dated Brenda's sister. Steve I am sorry for your passing but I know where you are. You were such a great fellow,even though I only was around you briefly, you were great. I send my heart felt condolences to Jeremy and the rest of the family. R.I.P. Steve, I will never forget you
Carmelita Bowman
February 10, 2024
Praying and Sending Hugs to all of you! What a very especial person and family!
Mary Ann Howell Spann
February 7, 2024
It was an honor to have Steve as my friend. My love to Tommy & Donna & Vicki and all the Wade family.
Jane Parker Poore
February 6, 2024
I love all my cousins, but Steve was special. Always so sweet and funny and he always had a smile on his face! I have so many fond memories of him. Although we all miss him here, we know he is rejoicing in the arms of his Savior!
Belinda, Cook Herring
February 6, 2024
Steve had many talents, including sports, singing, and playing his guitar. He was the main entertainment in our six grade banquet at southside elementary school. He could almost put Ray Stevens to shame when he stood on that stage play this guitar, put on his head piece and proceeded to sing Ahab the Arab!!!! Rest in peace my long time friend the promises that God gives us is we will meet again, one day
Bobby & Patti Harris Reeder
February 6, 2024
God's faithful servant....we'll done. R.I.P.
Deepest sympathy for family.
Bobby & Patti Harris Reeder
Dothan High School
February 5, 2024
Your Beloved Brother left us all a legacy of Faith and Courage. We will remember him with much gratitude as we all strive to be God´s ambassador as he was. He was Standing up , speaking and singing for Jesus in High School. He was a great inspiration to many including me.
Cece & Will McCarty
February 5, 2024
Steve always had a smile anytime you saw him. He loved the Lord and he wasn´t bashful about letting people know that. Rest in Peace in the Arms of your Lord Steve! Our thoughts and prayers are with the Wade family.
Steve Simmons
February 5, 2024
I played little league ball with Steve, then through 6 years at Young Junior and DHS, we played football, basketball, baseball and ran track together. Then, 40 years later, we reconnected and started playing golf together. Through every one of those activities, he gave everything he had and did it with a big smile on his face!
Mike Caldwell
February 5, 2024
RIP cousin Steve . Condolences to all family.
Sylvia A. Edmondson
February 5, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Kevin Northington
February 5, 2024
I met Steve when I was 6 years old, we were neighbors. We played ball in the front yard. Watching him play football for Dothan and Alabama made me love the sport. His devotion to his faith inspired many to follow. He was one of my childhood heroes, rest in peace.
Charles and Marsha Brown
February 5, 2024
Our Heartfelt sympathy and prayers for the family.
Michael H. Sarra, Panama City, FL
February 5, 2024
May God be with the Steve Wade family during this sympathy and condolences to the family. Godspeed.
Dorothy Robbins
February 5, 2024
Heaven has gained another Saint speeding down golden streets. So well remember his anointed service as a young FBC member. He called
down the fire of God has few others ever have.
Surely the Rapture is coming so soon that you will be with him again in no time.
Love to you all
Susan Crist
February 4, 2024
I will remember his smile! He always seemed happy ! My prayers are with his family! Susan Crist
Larry P Covert
February 4, 2024
So long fellow classmates. Rest in peace. I hope your family can know that you are in heaven and are at peace.
Doug Shelton
February 4, 2024
I remember Steve from high school sports. You knew that he would be giving every thing he had . A heck of a competitor! Was shocked to read about his passing. May God bless his family.
Doug Shelton (Ashford, Al)
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