John Thomas Wade Jr.

John Thomas Wade Jr. obituary

John Thomas Wade Jr.

John Wade Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bernhardt Funeral Home - Ellijay on Oct. 17, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Mr. John Thomas Wade, Jr, age 74 of Cherry Log, GA passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025.

Mr. Wade was born November 26, 1950 in Atlanta, GA. He was self employeed as a master plumber and of the Baptist Faith.

Mr. Wade is survived by his wife, Laura Wade, of Cherry Log; father, John Thomas Wade, Sr. (JT) and mother, Nannie Lou Bradford; son, JT (Chelsen) Wade; 1 grandchild, Dani.

No services are planned at this time.

Bernhardt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

To send a flower arrangement in memory of John Thomas Wade, Jr., please click here to visit our sympathy store.

Memorial Donation

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor John Wade's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign John Wade's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?