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1953
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2021
Donald Wade Obituary
Mr. Donald L. Wade, 67, of Lynchburg, was called to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 20, 2021. He was born on December 3, 1953, to the late Elsie Dillard Wade and Ralph M. Wade Sr.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Michael Wade and Ralph Mr. Wade Jr.
Donald was a veteran of three branches of the services and served in six wars. He was a fighter through all the challenges of health that came his way and didn't give up.
He leaves to cherish his memories his daughter, Kellye Kimble-Spaulding (Ralph)of Lynchburg; a devoted sister, Sandra Holloway(Charlie); a brother, Gregory Wade; grandchildren, Tae'Shawna Kimble, Ty'Shawn Spaulding, and Tre'Shawn Spaulding, all of Lynchburg, a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A graveside service will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday, February 25, 2021, at Forest Level Baptist Church with the Rev. Charles Calloway officiating. Due to COVID family and cards will be received at 1834 Wards Ferry Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502. Special thanks to Lynchburg Dialysis Center and Lynchburg General Hospital.
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Norvel "Rock" Dillard
February 25, 2021
Our sincerest condolences to Sandra, Greg and our entire family for the tremendous loss of Donnie. Donnie was truly an upstanding, God fearing man who touched many lives and was truly loved and respected for the life that he lived. May he rest in perfect peace with the Lord and his beautiful memory lives on in our hearts and minds forever. Love, Norvel Dillard and Family
Debra Prewitt
February 25, 2021
Sorry for your loss, Wish that I could be with the family at this time, but know that you are in my prayers and thoughts at this time of sorrow.
Jon Travis
February 25, 2021
I'll miss this Man -- New him from wrestling at Brookville High -- He not only taught me skills that led me to a State Championship, He always Led with integrity, and commanded respect with his actions, and led others to do the same! The Good Lord shall welcome him!
Paula Dillard Shaw
February 23, 2021
I extend sincere condolences to Sandra, Charlie, Greg, Kellye, Ralph, the grands and all our other family members on the tremendous loss of Donnie. This is the death of the second 'first cousin' of ours, in as many months, and I pray for continued strength from the Lord for each of us. My Mother, Lois Dillard, often spoke of how she and Aunt Elsie were in the hospital at the same time (but in different rooms across from each other) when they gave birth to Donnie and me, and how they hung over the sides of the beds to talk to each other :-). I thank God for the close relationship they had to the very end and I praise God for the very full life that Donnie lived. Family, please take comfort in knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. I pray for continued comfort and peace to each of you. Rest in Heaven Donnie..rest in heaven!
EULA Diuguid Schnell
February 23, 2021
Sending my heartfelt condolence to the Wade family. So often we fail to keep in touch. I am indeed guilty of that. Donnie was a Wonderful school friend as well as a great person to sit by on the school bus. KIND in all cap's. God bless you all. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers today and for days to come. Eula Diuguid Schnell
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