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Donald Francis Wade

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Donald Francis Wade Died peacefully on Saturday, November 11, 2006, in his San Leandro home, surrounded by his loving family. Donald, the son of Joe and Alice Wade, was born March 20, 1924 in Florida and moved to Alabama, where he spent his childhood playing the guitar at the Warrior Baptist Church. He joined the U.S. Navy at the age of 17 and served our country in WWII and in Korea, ending a 22 year naval career as Chief Boatswains Mate. While stationed in Oxnard, CA, he met Lois, the love of his life. They were happily married for 52 years. Donald was preceded in death by his son, Mark; and leaves behind daughters, Linda Shore (Mike), Debra LaFlamme (Matt), Joyce Wade Keeth (Rich) and Gale Castro (Ralph); 10 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. In 1982, he proudly served as Master of Chateau Thierry Masonic Lodge No. 569 in Castro Valley. Masonic and Military Services are to be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at the CHAPEL OF THE CHIMES MEMORIAL PARK AND FUNERAL HOME, 32292 Mission Blvd., Hayward, CA, with visitation on Tuesday (TODAY) from 4:30-8:30 p.m. Chapel of the Chimes (510) 471-3363 www.chapelofthechimes.com

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Published by ANG Newspapers on Nov. 14, 2006.

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Heather Vargas

November 17, 2006

Granpa~My sisters & I thank you SO MUCH for being there 4 us, u helped raised us and were definitely more like a father. We are so proud of you and everything you've done. You will forever be a part of our lives and never forgotten. You have given us so many great memories and we will cherish them always. I cant say enough about what a great man you were, and i know you will be watching us. Oh and PLEASE help my mom get through this tuff time. You were her best friend and nothing has been the same w/o you. Please watch over her. XoXo

William Ferrell

November 15, 2006

I was an honor to know Don Wade. He was a Masonic Brother, but more than that he was a true friend. Don served his fellow man with pride and commitment, his military service, and dedication to his family is to be admired. His family loved him very much. I am most thankful that Brother Don requested that I be a part of his Masonic service, an honor that I will never forget.

Kurt Allen

November 14, 2006

Donna and I are so sadden to learn about Don. He appointed me to the Masonic line and I learned so much from him. He was a good Brother and I wish I had seen more of him in the last few years. It's good to know that his family was there for him and that all was peaceful. We miss him already, but we will meet again to part no more. God Bless my Brother, Kurt

Mike Shores

November 14, 2006

Don Wade not only aloud me to marry his beautiful daughter, Linda, but lead me to become a Master Mason. I will always love him and will never forget those two precious gifts.

Jim Basham

November 14, 2006

Don will be missed. He was an inspiration to many of us in Crow Canyon Lodge.

Laurie & Kimo Dias

November 14, 2006

We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Your father's last days spent with his family around him was the way it was supposed to be. He was peaceful and surrounded by love.

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