Patrick L. Wade Obituary

Well Happy Angel Birthday dude. I remember celebrating with you in EOD Assistant school back in 88. So today I will raise a glass of good ole Captain Morgan for ya.....and next week will be grand to have your family and some friends celebrating you. Never forgotten Wade-Dro!!!!

On Saturday, May 28 I ran in the Cpl Christopher G. Scherer Memorial "I Did the Grid" Run/Walk in East Northport, NY. Each runner had the names of four Fallen Heroes on their race bib, and we were asked to reflect on these warriors who had made the ultimate sacrifice while running the four mile course. Patrick Wade was on my bib. To his loved ones, I want you to know that I was thinking about his service and sacrifice on Saturday and today, Memorial Day. I just read his obituary on the EOD Warrior Foundation website and I am in awe of all of his accomplishments and bravery and his steadfast service to our country. God Bless and thank you. - Polly P.

This year was a little different Patrick. We were all scattered and couldnt get together this year. But you were honored and remembered by so many that love and miss you. Noelle and Esme were here last week and you would be so proud of the young ladies they have become. Noe even drove us around the park. Lol. Keri couldnt make it this year and was missed. Love and miss you so much.

Miss you Patrick! Thinking about you, and Keri and the girls.

Thinking of you today buddy!!!

Remembering you today Patrick.

We Remember. You are missed by so many Patrick.

EOD Day 2016....Remembering you today my friend! Never will forget you Wade-Dro!

We Remember.

Thinking of you always!

Thank you for your service. You will always be a Hero to us.

Never Fogotten!

Wade-Dro I find myself today about to move out of California and head to Texas. I can't help thinking more about you than my own move and career change today though. Tonight I raise a glass of captain and cheers to you my friend. I leave saying I pray your family is well and your girls know that their daddy was one hell of a dude!. And when I hear Luke Bryan sing "Drink a Beer" I one day hope to be in your home town on the trail named after you having "a captain" since I always hated beer. Thinking of you and your family today my friend!

You are never forgotten for your service and bravery although we have never met. Your family is also remembered in my prayers.

He did his duty it's our duty to remember him and his loved ones. Remembering him on this day as well as his family. God Bless!

Never Forgotten Wade-dro.....Having a captain Morgan in your memory tonight

" Give honor to whom honor is due" never forgotten always with us

WE REMEMBER! Thanks Craig.

Never Forgotten!

Well EOD Weekend is here again. I can only think about how after all these years there is still a deep sadness this world can't hear your laugh or that other young EOD Techs would be getting their butts kicked by your PT Sessions my friend. Tonight I will be toasting to you and be thinking of your true legacy Wade-dro. You will never be forgotten!

I was remembering Patrick the other day and visiting this site reminded me of why he came to mind. My family has all great memories of our time with the York Family and knowing Patrick. God Bless All, Ray IV, Ray V, and Audrey Smith

Hi

Well Patrick it's been another year and at times it still seems like yesterday. Just had Noelle & Esme stay with us for 2 weeks and they are growing up so fast. You would be so proud Keri and the girls. Love and miss you.

BLUE SKIES BROTHER!,NEVER FORGOTTEN!

To the family of Chief Petty Officer Patrick L. Wade:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Christian Memorial Day Remembrance worship service at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, 26 May 2013. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the bordering states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 300 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars of our nation's history and give honor to all who have served in the United States Armed Forces and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each 8-foot cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of America's conflicts.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “Freedom:Free, but Costly.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and there place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of the Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the Memorial Garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel. The Memorial Garden will remain until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, 27 May (Memorial Day).

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/286-7296) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans' name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/286-7296) or email the office ([email protected]) and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Saturday 25 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sunday, 26 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one's cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

Chief, I think of you often and I will never forget the short time we spent together in Iraq. I always remember you as a loving father. I remember you talking to your youngest on the satphone. I don't understand why I wasn't on mission with you on that fateful day. I won't ever forget you and Jeff. We shared so many moments joking in the chowhall, on mission, and in the dayroom. What hit me so hard on that day was that loving father is gone and till this day I can't get the voice of your daughter out of my head. I can her say Hi Daddy! I Love you Daddy! like it happened yesterday. Knowing that she is without you hurts me inside brother. I hope all is well for your family. I can't believe it has been over 5 yrs. I still can't believe you're gone.

Happy Belated Bithday Patrick! You were in all of our thoughts and prayers on Monday. You are missed by so many and we sure see you in your beautiful daughters! Till we meet again...love you.

Patrick woke up this morning thinking of you on this day, what would have been your 44th birthday. The hummingbirds showed up early and stayed most the day. Ten or more flying around keeping busy an reminding me of you.

Pat, we had some good times together at MU-3. I will remember you, your sacrifice and your family Brother. You will never be forgotten! You are the man and I will see you again my friend. Rod.

July 17, 2012
To the family and friends of Chief Petty Officer Patrick L. Wade:
Always remembering Patrick. "Some gave all."

You are far too young brother to be leaving the rest of us down here. You will be, and are, deeply missed by many. Never forgotten.

Thinking of you today Patrick with a very heavy heart. You are deeply missed by so many. Just know that as I told you before you left for Iraq that I will always be there for Keri, Noelle & Esme. Oh how we you see you through those 2 beautiful daughters of yours.:)And Keri is such an amazing and strong woman!Thank you for all of the goodness you brought into my life. I love and miss you.

Bob

Wade-dro you are missed. You are remembered. You will forever be in my thoughts.

Missing you!

Loving Lord, bless him forever in Your eternal peace.
Let the sounds of strife, the cries of battle, the wounds of war
be calmed for all eternity in Your loving and endless grace.
Let these great warriors find rest at last,
Ever reminded that we who are left behind
Cherish their spirit, honor their commitment,
send them our love,
and will never forget the service that they gave

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Patrick Wade. I attended EOD School with Patrick in '92 and I still remember him well. He had a unique charisma and everyone enjoyed being around him. Although I didn't know him well, my heart aches for those who endured a great loss; my thoughts and prayers to all who knew him well.

Chief petty officer Wade. You were N amazing person and ee thank you for everything you did for our country. You wife and children will always be in my prayers.

To the family of Chief Petty Officer Patrick L. Wade:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Christian Memorial Day Remembrance worship service at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday 27 May 2012. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the bordering states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 300 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars of our nation's history and give honor to all who have served the United States and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of America's conflicts.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “Lest We Forget Freedom's Cost.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of the Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the Memorial Garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/456-4410) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans' name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/456-4410) or email ([email protected]) the office, and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Saturday 26 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sunday 27 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one's cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

We want to Thank You, Chief Petty Officer Patrick Wade and your Family for your Service and Sacrifice for our Country and Freedoms. May God Bless and Keep you all in His arms.

I really miss you today Patrick! I miss everything about you! I hope that you look down upon us often knowing that we will never let your legacy die! I promised you I would always take care of your girls and I will alway live up to that promise! I love skyping with the girl because we get to make funny faces at each other and that is something I know you would of loved about skype. I still sometimes wish this is just a bad dream and I am going to wake up. What I miss the most is how you didn't talk a talk you walked your walk, I am trying so hard to do the same. You truly were a very special person and you made a huge difference in this world in a very short time! I LOVE YOU PATRICK AND AM SO THANKFUL FOR ALL THE LOVE YOU GAVE ME! XOXO Melissa

I've thought about Pat off and on for more than 20 years, wondering how he was doing and how his career was going.
We served together in MK VI, at MU FOUR, Key West. He was always smiling and never took anything to serious. Always ready to lend a hand without being asked.
When we were working and bored we'd make stupid noises back and forth from movies and TV shows, and he almost always pegged where they came from. One day he was checking the electricity in an outlet in one of our conex boxes on the water front, I quietly reached in grabbed him and made a loud electric noise. He jumped and started laughing. The rest of the night while we worked the animals, he would just start giggling out of no where.
Pat always gave 110%, a true "Team Player".
I'm truly sorry at his loss, but he will not be forgotten.

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest in peace, you will not be forgotten

Happy B-day Bro!, We miss you!!!!!!!!!!!

To the family and friends of Chief Petty Officer Patrick L. Wade:
Please accept my remembrance of Patrick on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Wade Family,

I've been thinking about Pat this entire Memorial Day weekend.

I first met Wade ("The Wadesta") back in 1990 when I was assigned to EODMU Four, Key West, Florida. I had the priviledge of being his room mate in the barracks. He also helped train me as a mammal handler. Right away, I knew he was a "one of a kind" guy. Genuine, FUNNY, thoughtful, and unpredictable.

I'm compelled to write down all of the cliche thoughts that are running through my head, regarding the loss, and the sadness that goes with it, but those thoughts don't add up to the feeling of anguish that I have for your family.

I've been to this website a few times since Pat died, and I just couldn't bring myself to write anything. I was deeply hurt when I got the news.

After we both left seperately to attend EOD school in Indian Head, I would still ocassionally cross paths with Wade. He would always give me a smile and a nod, and we would speak as though we had just seen each other the day before, though it may have been years. I regret taking that for granted.

Just know that today, and on every Memorial Day, your son, husband, father, is in my thoughts, and in the thoughts of many like me.

The world was a better place with Pat Wade in it.

Words can't explain what the world has lost and Heaven has Gain. You are missed and never to be forgotten.

Sincerely,
A great Friend
Robert Evans
Artist.

To the family of Chief Petty Officer Patrick L Wade:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 29 May 2011. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 200 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one. The Memorial Garden’s perimeter will be manned by members of the Patriot Guard and a honor guard from AMVETS Post #1 of Mendota will be posted at the entrance.

The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars in United States history and give honor to all who have served their country and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of our nation’s wars.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “A Believer’s Look at War.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the memorial garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/456-4410) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/456-4410) or email ([email protected]) the office and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat 28 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun 29 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

I know that this would have been your 8th Wedding anniversay (April 19th 2003) , and I just wanted to say how much your loved and missed, but were very grateful for those years you and Keri had together and your precious children we adore. The Wisconsin Wade Family

?"At the going down of the sun, we shall honor and remember them" We miss you Wade-dro. Hope you are having a Captain and Coke watching over us my brother.

To the Wade family and to Wade-Dro...Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Pat, we are all still thinking of you. Have a beer in Heaven with our EOD brothers and smile upon us!!!! You will never be forgotten my friend!

I am proud to have served with Chief Petty Officer Patrick Wade during my
career in the EOD community as Supply Department's LPO ,SK2 at EOD Mobile
Unit Nine,Mare Island,CA. 1993 - 1995
Back Then I remember Petty Officer 2nd
Class EOD Tech Patrick Wade as an always cheerful and cool person.
He was one of my best customers.
I always went of my way to make sure that he and his EOD team members were issued the proper gear that they needed for the mission.
I am deeply sorry to hear of his passing.He was one of my favorite EOD friends and shipmate.
Please accept my condolences and my
sympathy is out to his family and friends.

Sincerely,

Gerald Valdez SK2/PJ/CC United States Navy Retired

I am proud to have served with Chief Petty Officer Patrick Wade during my
career in the EOD community as the LPO of Supply Department, Moblie Unite Nine 1993 -1995.
I remember then Petty Officer 2nd Class
EOD, Tech, Patrick Wade as one of my favorite customers. He was always cheerful and cool. I always went out of
my way to make sure that he and his EOD
team members were issued the proper gear that they needed for the mission.
Especially boots and Gortex.
I am deeply sorry to hear of his passing. I feel that I have lost a personal friend and shipmate.
I feel for your lose.
Please accept my condolences.

Sincerely,

Gerald Valdez, SK2/PJ/CC United States Navy Retired

Thinking of you on your birthday Patrick. Not a day goes by that I don't think of the sacrifice you made for our country and our freedom. Love and miss you. Bob

To the family and friends of Chief Petty Officer Patrick L. Wade:
Remembering Patrick on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Your pictures are all around us ,your smile fills our rooms,we can hear your snicker of a laugh as we remember your prankish ways. Three years it’s been and the pain is always there, but remembering your spirit and love of life and all its joys to give reminds us all to live and enjoy, for life can be short, but lived.
Looking at your children and watching them grow; you’d be a proud father at their beauty and glow. Smart and quick witted like their mother of course, you’d enjoy their humor, like their father for sure. Let us not forget they can be feisty and joksters themselves we love them and will guide them when ever we can.
We miss you and keep you close to our hearts and memories!
Love Gary & Ann Wade Family (Ashley,Heather.Derek)

To the family of Chief Petty Officer Patrick L. Wade:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 30 May 2010. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.

The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses to represent all of the wars in United States history and give honor to all who have served their country and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today.

I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled “A Day of Remembrance.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. An honor guard squad will be on hand to fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the memorial garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception; weather permitting will be outside of the Chapel.

As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (612/970-7866) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (612/970-7866) or email ([email protected]) the office and leave your name and contact information.

Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat 29 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun 30 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.

If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.

Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org

Theresa Betti-Kasprytzki March 9 at 2:02pm
Hi Keri,

I knew your husband Pat when he was stationed at Mare Island in Vallejo California several years ago. I only knew him for a short period of time, but remember that he was such a great & funny guy. He had such an energetic personality. He always kept you smiling and laughing all the time.

I just recently found out about your loss. I am sooo sorry for your families loss. I know that it has been a couple years now, but for you it may seem like only recently. I am praying for you, your girls and the rest of your family as you heal from this tragic loss. He truly will be missed.

I wish you all well,
Theresa

Dear Mrs. Wade I just want to express my heart felt condolences to you and your family.
I didnt know Patrick but I was a very good friend of Roberts (Bob) back when he was stationed in Arizona.
In any case I just wanted to say although Bob was a quiet man he spoke highly of his brothers especially Patrick and their combined loss is just un-imaginable. I hope this finds you at a time when strength has returned in your heart and life doesnt seem so unfair.

Best wishes, a friend from a far...

Pat Wade Family,
I loved Pat, we worked together in Key West. He is one of the most genuine, interesting, and fun-loving persons I've been priveledged to know. Although we never saw each other again after 1992, He was thought of often, living in my mind, and always will until we meet again. I only discovered the news a month ago. Just in-case you don’t have this picture, its been on my wall for 20 years. Thank You for the sacrifices given by Pat, and his wife and children, so that our families and our country are safe.
Sincerely,
James Johnson

Merry Christmas Wade Family!!! As long as there is love, Pat will live on.

We will never forget!

Dear Wade Family,
Patrick Was a great friend and shipmate. We had a great time in Rota, Spain and we always helped each other when times were tough with a joke or a trip to the Irish Bar
My condolences,
Michael Ciaverelli.

little brother , wed. sept.23 there was a trail dedication (running/walking)for you in your home town,you would have been proud and i,m sure you where while you looking down on us with a smile! always loved/missed, "the wade family"

Hello Mrs. Wade, I am the guy at Costco in San Bernardino that spoke to you about your son. I read about your son and what a brave man he was. I will keep him in my heart forever and I hope to see you soon. Please look for me at Costco. Steve Remy

Happy Birthday Wade-dro....you are truly missed and always will be remembered!

Happy Birthday Patrick. Forever in our hearts.

happy d-day brother 8-13-09 ,

To the family of Patrick Wade. I just wanted to share my thoughts with you and to let you know that your son touched people in a positive way. I did not know your son personally, I was stationed on the USS Carl Vinson and know him only in passing and in the things that he did for the ship and the crew. He led a PT program that was awesome! He was a good guy who always had time to talk with others and had a positive attitude that was contagious. In the couple times that I talked with him I found him to be a person to be that had great integrity and pride in what he did. He was and is a person to be admired for who he was and what he stood for. I am sorry for your loss but hope you can take comfort in knowing that Patrick Wade is remembered by family, friends and people that he touched ever so briefly.
GM1(SW) Bryan Amantea

To the family of Patrick Wade. I am lost for words regarding your loss. I had the distinct pleasure of working with Pat at EODMU 4 Key West fl's. Marine Mammal program. He called me "Mush" I was the only non-diver of the bunch to be a primary handler so they thought that nickname would suit me fine. Pat was a class act, so fun to be around and I will miss him. I'm so sorry. The video is beautiful and so was he. HTC (SW/AW) Mark Francalangia USN Active.

To the family of Chief Petty Officer Patrick L. Wade:
Patrick gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

I woke up this morning thinking of the days in EOD school when Pat would wake me up blasting "80's Hairband Music" on his lil green boom box. I wanted to say I simply miss him...and Bob York-I have to agree with you, if any of us can be half the man Wade-dro was...we would truly be a success. I will never forget as I am honored to have known such a man, a PT god and along with EOD Style he was an Entirely Outstanding Dude!!!

Tomorrow is the 2 year anniversary of one of the darkest days in my life. If I can be half the man Patrick was I will consider my life a success. He left behind a wonderful family. His loving wife Keri and 2 beautiful daughters Noelle and Esme. Please support our troops both those that are serving or have served and also the Heroes that have paid the ultimate price or have returned wounded. Especially remember those they leave behind. "OUR FREEDOM ISN'T FREE!" Rest in Peace Patrick. You are missed every day. I love you. Bob

Always in our hearts and minds. We love and miss you more than words can say! Keep watching out for us--as we know you will.

THE BURNSIDE FAMILY

HONORABLE AGE DOES NOT DEPEND ON THE LENGHT OF DAYS, NOR IS THE NUMBER OF YEARS A TRUE MEASURE OF LIFE. (WISDOM 4-8). ALWAYS LOVED AND NEVER FORGOTEN!

I'm a reporter with 9News, and wanted to pass along something interesting. A bracelet for Pat Wade was found about a year ago up in Loveland, Colorado. A news tipper just got in touch with me about wanting to get it back to its original owners. I wanted to know if any of you might know of when or where his family could have been in Colorado, as we would like to return this bracelet to its rightful owner. Please send me an email at [email protected]. Thank you folks.

Hearing his story makes my heart swell and ache. It is an honor as a retired EODC to have worked with him. Sincerley

EOD...not forgotten. Thank you.

How could anyone ever forget Wade-dro...he was too high sprited and one PT GOD to ever forget a man like that!!! I gave him a shot of Captain Morgan Rum today at the Memorial in Santa Clara, CA where a brick is for Pat. Always thinking of you Wade-Dro!!!

To Kerry, Noelle, and Esme. Today is a very special day. A day in which Americans honor our heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Along with honoring them, we continue to think of them, and the impact they made on our lives. Patrick left an indelible mark in our lives, and we are truly grateful for that. But even more grateful for his sacrifice. Something we can't take back, but will never forget.
Patrick, you know we still think about you and your quirky smile! We miss you my friend.

As we head into this Memorial Day weekend I hope that everyone remembers the sacrifices of our true American Heroes. Patrick you were, are and always will be my Hero. Thinking of you this Memorial Day weekend and always. Love and miss you dearly. HOO YA!!!

Pat and I served together at EODMU THREE and although not a Tech he never treated anyone less. We were all a part of the command and he treated you as a shipmate. I was shocked today to have heard and read of your passing and having served in Iraq you never think it is going to be a person you know and respected. Rest in Peace and my prayers to Pat's Wife and Children.

Just thinking about you this morning Patrick. I miss you each and everyday.

Bob

HI LESLIE, THIS IS ALICE. REMEMBER ME?

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we miss you my little brother!

Keri and Family,

I am sorry for the loss of such a good man. I always think back to the times spent with you and Patrick in Rota. From day one when we went through base indoc, and throughout my time in Rota, he was a good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family this holiday season.

Jeffrey

EN ESTE PRIMER ANIVERSARIO FALLECIMIENTO DE PATRICK QUEREMOS QUE TENGAS NUESTRO MENSAJE DE AFECTO PARA TI Y TUS HIJAS.
CARLOS Y PIKIKA

Patrick,
Just wanted you to know as we go through this Christmas season how much and often I think about you. Everytime I talk to Noelle and Esme I think about how much they remind me of you. Noelle's mannerisms on the phone and in person remind me of talking to you. Must be all that time she spent talking to "Daddy". Esme is getting to be quite the talker too. Keri is still the strong woman you loved and married. They all bring so much joy into my life. If only you could still be here with us life would be so much better. Know that you are loved and thought of often.
Bob

Keri,

Hope all is well with you and your children. Sister? Just want to drop a note and let you know each time I do pull-ups, I always push myself for one more. I say to myself "One more for Pat Wade".....and I am able to push myself over the top. Pat will always be there during my pull-up routine for the rest of my life.

v/r Lee

P.S. I will never FORGET!

Keri & Family,
I just recently found out about Patrick. I am so sorry for your loss. I was stationed with Patrick in Key West many years ago. He was a great friend he even invited me on a trip with his parents to Disney World. We had many adventures and misadventures during that time I spent in Key West.
After reading the many memories people have of Patrick it is easy to see that he turned out to be a great Father, Husband, Man and EOD Tech.
God Bless,
Stephen Beam (Beamer)

Can't believe a year has gone by already.Your spirt is felt more than ever.Keri & girls know you are always in our thoughts and payers especially on the 17th. Had a really hard time revisiting this site. Love ya Kare Bear!

Keri & the girls,
You are definately in our thoughts and prayers today. You have a very special angel to watch over you

Patrick,
You will live in our hearts forever. We are all up on Lake Shasta remembering you on this 1st Annual Patrick L. Wade Family Fun Day.
Keri, Noelle, Esme, Melissa, Gary, Ann, Ashley, Heather, Derek, Ken, Kyle, Jessica and me. Your girls are so like you it is so reassuring that they will be ok. We stopped at the Memorial that Kyle, Jess, Matt, Lindsey, Doug, Jeananne & Dad left last year and it had survived a fire caused by a lighening strike. All the manzanita & pine had burned but that oak it is in front of stood strong like you. Imagine that. I miss you and think of you most everyday. I can't believe it has been a year. Love you always.
Bob

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Patrick, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

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The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b