Name: Calling hours for Harlan F. "Ike" Wade
Start: 2019-03-12T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-03-12T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Lynch Funeral Home

Harlan F. "Ike" Wade

Elmira,NY - HARLAN FOX "IKE" WADE age 83 of Elmira,NY passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday March 4, 2019. Ike was born on March 9, 1935 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late John L. and Eleanor Robb Wade. Ike was also predeceased by his son, Randy M. Wade, 2 brothers and 7 sisters, along with their spouses. He enlisted in the U.S.NAVY on July 1, 1953 and was a recipient of the National Defense Service Medal during the Korean War. He was honorably discharged on June 5, 1957. He married his wife, Arlene R. Mowry Wade on August 31, 1957, and together they celebrated 61 years of marriage. Ike was a retired school bus driver with The Elmira City School District. He also was a bartender at the Horseheads Elks Club , Corning Country Club , and Mustico's Restaurant for many years. In addition to his wife, Ike is survived by his children, Allison L. Harper, with daughters, Kaitlyn (Mark) Dittmar and Kristen Harper; son John L. Wade, with daughter Kaela Wade; son Sean D. Wade, with sons Joshua (Kayla) Wade and Kyle Wade; and daughter, Judy L. Wade, with children Briana Moore, Anthony (Cortney) Knight, Jr., and Alivia Knight; three great-grandsons, Courtney and Dashawn Gilmer and Oliver Wade, and two great-grandchildren on the way; two sisters, Barbara Hartman, with daughter, Patricia Robinson, and Cynthia Milton; brothers-in-law, Richard Mowry, Donald (Cindy) Mowry, and Curtis (Shirley) Mowry, Jr., along with several nieces , nephews, cousins , and a host of caring friends. He is also survived by former son-in-law Steven Harper and former daughter-in-law Becky Close. Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday March 12, 2019 from 2-4 PM at the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY. Ike's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 4 PM where Full Military Honors will be accorded Mr. Wade. Ike will be laid to rest in Woodlawn National Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to The Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66676-8517. Words of Condolence and Memories may be shared at www.lynchsfuneralhome.com .

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Published by Star-Gazette on Mar. 10, 2019.

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Gladys DeRico-Karam

March 14, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. Ike was a good friend and co worker. He was my bus driver for 6 years and he had quite a sense of humor. My deepest sympathy.
Gladys DeRico-Karam

Patrick Hannan

March 13, 2019

I am so sorry to hear of Ike's passing. I have a lot of fond memories of him and my Dad. God bless him and his family.

Mary Davenport

March 12, 2019

Allison,Kristen and Kaitlyn so sorry for your loss. Ike was a great person and had the wit and humor to go along with it. I'm so sorry I missed today. He 2as differently a great addition to the bus garage and all the children he transported. I'm really glad one of his last snacks was the Reuben dip I made for Steves party. He will be missed by many.

Colleen McLaughlin

March 11, 2019

I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing! Hold on to the memories and know that he will always be with you! Keeping you all in my prayers and thoughts.

Mary E Dallas

March 11, 2019

My condolences to Ike's family. I worked with Ike at the Elmira School bus garage and he was quite the character. We'd see that little silver PT Cruiser pull in and couldn't wait to hear what his wise crack for the day was. He was a good man and always had a smile.

Stu Morrison

March 11, 2019

We stretched a long ways together Ike. From our Navy days in French Morocco to just last month at the Cracker Barrel restaurant in Horseheads. Perhaps we'll meet again. Keep a spot open for me up there.

Stu

Michael Langford

March 10, 2019

I never had the honor of meeting Harlan in person. I only knew him through his son, John. What I have been told about him reminds me of my own father. They truly were the greatest generation.

John and family,

My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family.

Michael Langford (Staten Island)

March 10, 2019

My sincere condolences to the Wade family for your loss. May the memories of those days gone by, sustains you and warm your hearts in the days and years ahead. May the God of all peace and comfort help you cope during this difficult time l. Hosea 13:14 can bring much comfort to the entire family and friends. My deepest sympathies to all.