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Wade Belcher Obituary
WADE DOUGLAS BELCHER
Peacefully passed on September 13, 2022. Beloved husband of Joyce Belcher; father of the late, Darryl and Paul Belcher. He is also survived by two sisters, Rosemary Wright and Sandra Aheart and a host of other relatives and friends. On Saturday, September 24, 2022, friends may visit with the family from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11 a.m. at Faith Outreach Community Church, 10301 Old Fort Rd., Fort Washington, MD. Interment Lincoln Memorial Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Wade Belcher
Helen Reynolds
September 12, 2025
He always remembered the Martinsville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.
We remember his love and generosity.
charlene heeter
September 12, 2024
i always enjoyed working with wade in the gsa central office in washington, dc (2 blocks from the white house). he was jovial and knowledgeable about his chosen career field. miss him.
Helen Reynolds
September 12, 2023
Remembering the love and generosity of Wade.
Jerard Butler
September 27, 2022
I am so sad to hear about Mr. Belcher´s passing. He was my first supervisor and mentor when starting my federal career at GSA. He was truly an inspiration to work for and such a kinda person. Sending my condolences to Mrs. Belcher and family.
Lois Carroll
September 26, 2022
I worked with Wade for many years at GSA. I enjoyed our many conversations and we were both surprised to find out that we were from Martinsville, VA. He was a kind man. Prayers and condolences to his family.
charlene heeter
September 26, 2022
wade, i remember you with kindness. you inspired those who worked alongside of you. i liked your sense of humor.
Jacquie O
September 24, 2022
I am honored and blessed to have known Wade. May the care and love of those around his family and friends provide comfort and peace through the days ahead. Stay under the wing of the almighty Lord.
My most sincere condolences.
Monica Parker
September 23, 2022
To my friend Joyce, you have my deepest condolences during this time. I am praying that God will bring you comfort and peace during this time. Your friend, Monica Parker
Cecile Belcher Rock
September 23, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with Rosie and Sandra and the rest of the family. Hugs and kisses to you all.
Cecile Belcher Rock
September 23, 2022
We will dearly miss our cousin Wade. He always sent our mother Christine Belcher cards or a call to check on us. We have fond memories of spending time with family. Our prayers are with Joyce.
Robert Hixon
September 23, 2022
Worked with Wade implementing the blast protection program in GSA following the Oklahoma Federal Building bombing. He was a great manager of that program.
Mark and Vicki Woltz
September 22, 2022
Our condolences on the passing of Mr. Belcher. He was such a nice guy and very low key. Enjoyed talking with him at services. Praying for your comfort during your time of grief.
Beverly (White) Butler
September 22, 2022
Dear Joyce, My deepest condolences to you and family. I had the pleasure of knowing Wade through the church we used to attend. Wade was always a very kind, pleasant, and happy man. May it bring you joy to know he is just one beautiful memory away. May God grant you peace. Amen
Mike and Michelle Josephs
September 20, 2022
The memories we have of Mr Belcher, a member of our church family while raising our kids are to be cherished. Our condolences to the family during this difficult time.
Mike & Kim Woltz
September 19, 2022
Our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers of comfort for the Belcher family. May peace of God bless you and keep you all.
Leah "LeLe" Harris
September 19, 2022
To my cousin Dobby who was a gentleman a lover of all family, friends and God. A great example of what a good man should be.
You will be missed dearly.
Helen Reynolds
September 19, 2022
My Deepest Sympathy. Love Helen Reynolds (MWFM)
Willie Mae Brooks Harris
September 19, 2022
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Wade Belcher. The Brooks Family of Martinsville Virginia
Peter and Willie Mae Harris
September 19, 2022
Joyce, Rosemary and Sandra, in times of sorrow, when words of comfort are needed most, it seems they are most difficult to say but just remember that you have friends that have you in constant prayer. Willie Mae and Peter Harris
Walter "Rocky" Reynolds III
September 19, 2022
My dear cousin, was always interested in my work. I was so happy that he was able to attend one of my performances in N.J. He always sent my Mom flowers on Mother's Day. Such a special guy. He will be missed. Rest well "Dobbie"
Otis Jordan
September 19, 2022
I remember the days at Albert Harris High when I met Wade. He always showed leadership and friendship. We developed a bond as well as being teammates. Sandra I know you will miss your brother but always hold on to those special memories. God bless you and the Belcher Family.
Sabena Carter
September 19, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Wade was the nicest person who was loved by all his classmates, class of 1965.
Stanley Belcher
September 18, 2022
My memories of Dobby go back many years to Hobson's Gas Station on Fayette St. in Martinsville, Va. He worked there and I picked up my papers there for my paper route. He was an imposing figure who was a bit older so I looked up to my cousin in more ways than one. Over time, we lost touch with one another, but when my daughter bought a house in NE DC, I somehow remembered that he too, lived in DC. Through the internet I found his number and he came over to visit me and my daughter. We immediately re-bonded and talked extensively about family and friends from back home. His easy going and articulate manner were consistent with my memories from long ago. He had a calming influence and personified knowledge, faith and wisdom. He would talk in a laid back rather quiet manner, but somehow would, in a subtle way, weave a joke into the mix, oft times referring to our Belcher family. He was proud of Howard, his sisters and his sons. He talked about how beautiful his wife is as well. Over the past couple of years, we would talk from time to time and I just thank God that I was able to reconnect with him. I even had intentions to visit and surprise him at his church but Covid perhaps prevented that. I knew that he had some health challenges and I also knew that his faith was strong. So Godspeed to my cousin whom I admired much for his intellect and wisdom. Rest well cuz.
Annette Jamison-Cross
September 18, 2022
The Albert Harris Class of 1967 sends our deepest sympathy. Sandra we know you will miss your brother and all the memories that you shared. We know that God will give you and his family comfort and peace. May you hold on to God unchanging hand knowing he never makes a mistake. God plucked a flower for his Rose Garden. May your family find comfort knowing that your friends are praying with the family. Submit by Annette Jamison-Cross
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