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Loren Wade Obituary
Loren was an aircraft mechanic in the U.S. Navy from 1957 to 1960. On March 31, 1962, he married Carolyn D. Noblitt in Longview, WA. He received a college degree from LCC and became a computer programmer at Weyerhaeuser. They moved to Vancouver in 1972, where Loren owned and operated Wade's Auto Wrecking until his retirement in 2001. He was a well-known automotive enthusiast and expert, becoming an award-winning Nascar driver (1993-2001).
A beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, Loren is survived by his wife, Carolyn; son, Michael; daughter, Lori;
grandchildren, Amanda, Jordan, Colton, Jennifer, Cara and Bret; brothers, Ronald, Milton, Bryan, Robert, Gary and Rodney and mother-in-law Gladys Noblitt.
Viewing will be on Friday from 9am to 9pm at Evergreen Memorial Gardens Funeral Chapel, 1101 NE 112th Ave, Vancouver, WA. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2006 at 2 p.m. at Evergreen Memorial Gardens Funeral Home. A reception will follow at 4 p.m. at The Firstenburg Community Center. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Loren's name to the Ray Hickey Hospice House.
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Memories and Condolences
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WAyne and Suzie NAzelrod
April 7, 2006
Dear Carolyn and family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Loren. He was such a wonderful person. Whatever car function or swap me we were at, he always made sure he came over and said hi. He was one of the nicest guys you could ever meet. Sorry we missed the service, we have been in Yuma for the pass 2 months.Our thoughts and prayer are with you now.
Wayne and Suzie Nazelrod(Freiburger)
LOngview, WA.
Sandy & Alice Longview Washington
April 4, 2006
Dear Carolyn & Gladys & Family~
I guess Carolyn I have known you & your mother for over 50 years and even though we don't have the opportunity to see each other on a regular basis, when something like, this happens, I feel your loss. My husband & I visited my mother and heard the news and saw the newspaper notice. Loren was a great person, husband and father. My mother and I would like to extend our sincere prayers and thoughts with all of you at this very sad and tragic time in your lives. My husband & I are moving to Longview to be closer to our family, and in times like this, you can truly see how precious and what short time we have. Please if you need anything or just a place to come, talk & have coffee, please let us know.
April 4,2006
Milton Wade
March 30, 2006
Loren was a special brother,he was always the peace maker.It feels like a part of me has died.Most of my early memories it seems as if he was a part of them.
Kathy Olson
March 30, 2006
As a young girl I looked up and saw this tall goodlooking man with pretty eyes and a magical smile. Although I think the last time I saw Loren, I was about 14 and at Loris wedding. Yep, I still thought the same when I saw him. I always thought what a great Dad he is. Love, sympathy and respect to all Lorens family. Sincerely, Kathy.
Julie-Bud
March 29, 2006
Good-bye Loren,
Thank you for being a great softball coach. For taking me out to dinner with your family all the time and letting Lori and Me ride motorcycles at the Car lot :),all the diet pop we could drink,paying Lori and I to work at the Expo for you(we had great fun there).And Lastly thank you for getting up to see me when I came to visit. I know you were cherished by your family and were a great grandfather.
I'm honored to have known you.
My love and my Mother's (Ione) Love to you Carolyn , Lori , Mike and all the grandbabies and family :)
I will remember him always smiling with that big beautiful gap toothed smile :)
Love
Julie
Lower Columbia DAR Ladies
March 27, 2006
To the family of Loren Wade: Those who have died will never be forgotten. Their sacrifice will live on forever in the hearts of all who cherish freedom. Remembering your loved one. Condolences,
Daniel Schell
March 25, 2006
To the Wade Family I offer my condolences. Loren Had a great disposition and was easy to talk to.
I think of him whenever I go down 4th Plain Road and view the sign that says "retired out of business"
He was A large part of the Orchards community.
Earl and Barbara Floyd
March 25, 2006
You are in our thoughts and prayers today. Swap meets just won't be the same without Loren. I'll forever miss his special greeting "Hi Earl" he was a very special friend. A true "car guy" and yet a whole lot more. Sincerely Earl and Barbara
Bob Huffman
March 24, 2006
Dear Carolyn and family,God has taken another great one from us. Loren ,as I Know him, was/is, an exceptional man,I really, really liked that guy, he appeared in and out of my life, since I bought my first car at 15, I"m now 62. Now I am starting to teare up. Suffice to say,your love and sorrow, is shared by me, over Loren. Darn, I wish I could just see his pleasant smile ONCE more. HE WAS A GOOD ONE! Sincerely,
Ray & Donna Collins
March 24, 2006
I met Loren thirty some years ago,at his auto wrecking yard on forth plain he alway time to say
hi, help you with car & truck parts
or just some good friendly
conversation, he was real car guy.
We`ll miss seeing him at the carshows.
our sincerest condolences
Ray & Donna collins
Bob and Lynne Wade
March 24, 2006
Sis,
You and Loren have been such a major part of our lives, it's hard to believe he isn't with us any longer. We will always love and miss him, and we will always be here for you. We have shared so many car trips and adventures together, and we will continue that tradition with you. We know Loren will be watching over all of us and his spirit will be right there with us. We love you very much.
john gregg
March 24, 2006
RIP Loren
Rodeny Wade
March 23, 2006
Loren was one of the best brothers I had.I enjoyed working for him in my younger years. My prayers are with his family. May Gods'presence help you though your loss.
Paul Baker
March 23, 2006
My condolences go out to you, Carolyn, Mike and Lori. I'm so sorry to hear of Lorens death. Loren was always there if I needed anything or to ask question about cars. Carolyn, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Rollin Scoggins Jr.
March 23, 2006
Wades was my first Job In Vancouver. I had more fun working with Loren and all the Old cars than any Job I have ever had. I miss him and all the car's very much and Im sorry to see him go
DAN & BARBARA KIENOW
March 23, 2006
Dear Carolyn and Family-
We wish to share the happy memories that we have had of Loren as a neighbor and friend. His smile was always welcoming and gentle, along with his soft voice and quiet stance...walking Larry Bird, strolling with Gladys, helping with car questions, and making phone calls to find car parts. We could tell by the twinkle in his eyes that he dearly loved his Carolyn, his children and especially his grandchildren. Loren, you will be missed greatly by your family, friends, customers and neighbors.
Thomas (Sonny) Liston
March 23, 2006
I worked for Loren at the junk yard for a while. I always had the utmost respect for him. He was a good person and will be missed by all...Sonny
Dave and Becky McKenzie
March 23, 2006
Our condolences go out to you, Carolyn, Mike and Lori. We are so sorry to hear of Lorens death. We have many good memories from our time spent at the Ball Park. Loren was an especially good coach for Dave. We will always remember all of you in our prayers.
Kari Winther
March 23, 2006
Lori,
We went to some of the same schools and shared many mutual friends. I am so sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Those of us "old timers" have one memory or another reagrding "Wade's". I lost my Dad in November at the age of 70. There is never a right time to lose anyone, but I will tell you that time even as short as it has been for my family and I does take some of the sorrow and pain away. It will be a year of firsts for all of my family and yours. As you and I and all of our friends and classmates reach the age we are, all that we can do is be there for each other. We were not close friends, but I do know that when my Dad passed away I heard from people I had not even thought about in years. It made me feel good and their kind words, helped to make the pain a little less. I am not going to lie, there are times, when a song, a sight, a place I go brings me to tears. I miss my Dad, as I know you will too.
Take Care and again, I am so sorry for your loss.
EHS/MVHS 1983
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