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CHAD WADSWORTH Obituary
Chad Michael Wadsworth, 32, of Port Orange, an executive chef for Hidden Treasure Seafood Restaurants in Ponce Inlet and Harbor Oaks, died Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at Halifax Health Medical Center, Daytona Beach. Chad was born in Daytona Beach and had been a lifelong area resident. He enjoyed fishing, boating, golfing, cooking, football, especially the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and spending time with family and friends. He is survived by his parents, Terry and Susan Wadsworth of Edgewater; two sisters, Laura (Charlie) Bernstein of Port Orange and Michelle (Chad) Abbey of Lawton, OK; two nephews, Chase and Chance Abbey; one niece, Brooklyn Bernstein and his beloved boxer dog, Buc. A celebration of life will be 2 PM Sunday, April 1, 2012 at the Edgewater Fire Association Hall, 2616 Hibiscus Dr., Edgewater, with Rev. Bryan Hinnant, former youth minister at 1st United Methodist Church, New Smyrna Beach, officiating. Cremation will be by Dudley Crematory, New Smyrna Beach. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to City of Edgewater Fireworks Fund, P.O. Box 100, Edgewater, FL 32132 or YMCA Community Campaign Pledge, 148 W. Turgot Ave., Edgewater, FL 32132.
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Memories and Condolences
for CHAD WADSWORTH
May 21, 2012
I will pray for his soul and the Family to go through this sad moment in there Life's.God has him now.July 4th I will always think of him.Forever. Peace Chad
Wes LeMoyne
April 14, 2012
Chad was my friend we worked together @ Martini's and The Chop House. He also cooked at my wedding. I've been out on the boat with him as well. I will miss him dearly and think of him when I eat Fl seafood. Wes and Ginny
Bill Vola
April 13, 2012
Terry, Susan, and Laura. I am so sorry to learn of Chad's passing. I remember him as a great kid with a quick smile, and I remember the love and pride you all had for Chad. I know of no words with which to bandage your wound. We mourn his passing and are so very sorry for your loss and pain.
Terri Hannigan (Fish)
April 11, 2012
I remember Chad always on his skateboard when we were kids, Teasing Laura and doing things that big brothers do to annoy their sister :)
I hope through this you are able to find joy in the memories he has given you and solace in knowing how loved he was.
Fisherman Chad
Laura Bernstein
April 6, 2012
The Brown Family
April 4, 2012
May it comfort you to know that God is with you during this difficult time and that there are friends that also share your sorrow and your pain. I find Psalm 121 to be a very encouraging scriptural passage. May it help you to cope and endure.
Kelley Langton-Baker (Chip's Daughter)
April 3, 2012
My condolences to Susan, Terry, and Laura for your loss. My prayers and thoughts go out to you. Even though I had not seen Chad since we were kids, he will be greatly missed, I have nothing but fond memories of him and your family. God bless.
Kangaroo
April 2, 2012
I am sorry about your lose chad came into my store after work almost every night. I was missing him I didn't hear about this till Sunday. Kangaroo will miss him
Ronna Scudder Usher
April 1, 2012
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your very loved son. It seems he was an incredible man with many talents and great sense of humor. I have only one child, a son also, who is wheel chair bound with muscular dystrophy and is leaving me a little every day. None of us can imagine the pain of losing a child and my heart goes out to you and your family.
Clare Merkle
March 31, 2012
My heart goes out to Susan, Terry, Laura and Michelle. What a horrible tragedy! Chad had all the qualities of what great men are made of. I was blessed to know him. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you.
March 31, 2012
Susan, Terry, Lauda & Michelle,
we are still in shock and wished we could be there for you now. The Atlantic Ocean never felt bigger than today. Our thoughts are with you. Love you all!
Kirsten, Holger, Janne, Jessi
Syke, Germany
Bob Spiering
March 31, 2012
My deepest condoloences to Chad's entire family and closest friends. What a tremendous loss to all who knew Chad. He was a very good man and a wonderful Chef and he will be dearly missed. I am truly grateful to have known him.
Andrea Sain
March 31, 2012
I meet Chad while he was a Chef in NSB, and let me tell you I loved when he was working!! He always put a smile on my face!! Although I only knew him for a short time I'm glad I had the chance to meet him. When someone you love becomes a memory that memory becomes a treasure.
Sharon Bauer-Smith
March 31, 2012
Deepest sympathy to your entire family at the loss of Chad.
My thoughts and prayers and with you all.
Tim Budd
March 30, 2012
a great brother and best friend gone we will all miss u so much Chad. i have known u just about all my life and still cant believe it. rest in peace fallen brother one love....
March 30, 2012
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Praying for God to give you Strength & a Peace. Love & prayers, Pat & Charles Wheaton formerly of Edgewater, Fl. Now living in the mts. of Murphy, NC
Love, Butch & Donna Small
March 30, 2012
May GOD give you peace.
March 30, 2012
Susan & Terry,
I'm so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son at such a young age, my deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers go out to you and your family. May memories of happier times give you some comfort.
Faith Miller (Deltona, FL)
Linda Sikes
March 30, 2012
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. I still see Chad as a third and again as a fifth grader. He was such a good boy. I can't imagine how hard it is... Much love to all of you....
David and Linda Sikes
Shirley Abbey
March 30, 2012
Our deepest sympathy for your loss! My heart aches for you all! Sending you strength and love. Tom and Shirley Abbey
Lesley Dodson-Charbonneau
March 30, 2012
We are so sorry...sending our love and peace at this time, Chris, Lesley, Olivia, and Madison Charbonneau
March 30, 2012
We will love and miss you forever.
Fran & Helen Rinker (Ormond Beach, Fl)
Jeaneen Clauss
March 30, 2012
Susan, I'm so sad to hear of the loss of your dear son. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you can find some sense of comfort from all those around you at this terrible time.
Melinda Eissler
March 30, 2012
I have felt blessed to have known Chad. I can't imagine losing a blessing like him. I will always remember his big smile and contagious laugh. You will be missed Classmate and friend.
Kim Pomar
March 30, 2012
I would like to offer my deepest sympathy to Laura and her entire family on the loss of Chad. He sounded like he was an amazing man who will be missed by many.
Jeana Kianvar
March 30, 2012
You will be missed by all. You touched everyone in a way that has impacted our lives and we will never forget you. You were one of the most influential people in my life and taught be to be a better person and I appreciate everything you did for me. I love you dearly and will miss you very much.
Stacey Washington
March 30, 2012
Thoughts and prayers always.
Janice Syler
March 30, 2012
Chad had many talents. He was probably the greatest chef I knew. Ever since I can remember he always wanted to experiment and get things just so, pushing his own boundaries in the kitchen. Creating the most intricate meals, all the while making it look like child's play…
Knew the latest sports stats and new music that was about to drop – well, except for country! And forget about trying to compete with him when trading quips. He somehow could always top you with a better comeback and leave you speechless. Then he'd get that snickering look and laugh...
Chad certainly did have a knack for organizing and planning the firework show like a maestro. There were times I would be so frightened, yet exhilarated watching him set up the display and lighting them off with his partners in crime. You'd get a kick just by watching the joy that brought, along with the biggest smiles to his face...
I loved the way he'd tell you what he thought with no apologies. Gave it to you straight and blunt and look you square in the eye. He thought what he thought and that was that. A stubborn streak like no one's business. Very few people can match that confidence. I'm glad I got to know him...
He'll be dearly missed & remembered fondly. My heart goes out to you for your loss. Although no words can really help to ease the pain you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. Love to you all.
March 30, 2012
Chad you will be missed dearly you were always my 3rd son and all the times you were at our house! what a great kid.
love christy (billys mom)
Wayne & Donna Nichols
March 30, 2012
A loss leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal...
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