"To the family of Jim - you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. "
In loving memory of
James D. Wadle
November 4, 1946 - March 1, 2013
Funeral services for James D. Wadle, 66, of Knoxville will be Monday, March 4, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Melcher-Dallas. Family will receive friends Sunday from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Melcher-Dallas. A Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. Sunday. Interment will be at the Sacred Heart Cemetery.
James D. Wadle was born November 4, 1946 in Des Moines, Iowa to Claude and Betty (McLeod) Wadle. He grew up in Melcher, making his own fun and entertainment with his family and friends. Growing up he was known to be a little ornery and often pushed things to their limits. He was very athletic and earned the name "Golden Wings" because of his speed and agility. Graduating from Melcher High School in 1964; he went to California where he went to Junior College in Santa Cruz and played football until being injured.
He was married to Linda Gass in 1971; they were blessed with two sons: Anthony and Benjamin. Jim and Linda were blessed with 40 plus years together.
James worked at John Deere in Ankeny. Everyone respected him as a very hard worker. He was passionate about everything he did; he was self-taught in many things and was a perfectionist. Just as he worked hard; he played equally hard. He enjoyed golf, hunting, and his family. He loved golfing and golfing well. He loved hunting, but probably enjoyed the peace and beauty of the outdoors as much as the actual hunt. In the last few years Jim really began to appreciate life as he slowed down. This was probably due to the great love he had for his grandchildren and family.
Jim passed away March 1, 2013 at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. Preceding him in death were his parents: Claude and Betty Wadle and step father, Wayne Nolte; brother, Monte Wadle; father-in-law, Russell Gass; and sister-in-law, Marge Gass.
Surviving are his wife, Linda, sons: Tony (Angie) Wadle, and Ben Wadle; four grandchildren: Haylie Wadle, Andrew Maresca, Avery Maresca, and Olivia Wadle; siblings: Gary Wadle, Pam (Frank) Cacciatore, Madonna (John) Milburn, Laura (Chris) Conrad, and sister-in-law, Emma Wadle; mother-in-law, Jean Gass; and in-laws: Harry (Alonna) Gass, Ann (Bill) Miller, and Robert Gass; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Also surviving are special friends: John Carle, Dave Yarges, and Dan Fall.
Tributes
"I did not know Jim well. In the 1980's, I played golf in the Knoxville Amateur and I played with him a couple of times. Later, he and I got paired together in the Oskaloosa Amateur, about 10 years ago. He was a good man and talked about his family with pride. I also know that he was a great golfer earlier in his career. He was still very competitive, even in his 50's. You have my deepest sympathy on the passing of Jim and you are all in my prayers during this difficult time. "
"Tony, Angie and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Please know that you and all your family have been in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in your memories.
Todd, Melonie, Shelbi and Megan Spear"
"My deepest sympaythy to all of Jim's family. He was a good friend who left us much too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. "
"We wish to extend our deepest condolences to all of Jim's family and loved ones. There are many memories of times on the Grandpa and Grandma Wadle farm at big family gatherings and visits to Claude and Betty's home in Melcher and Des Moines. We are very sorry for your loss. "
"Thinging of Jim and the Family. Sorry to hear! Remembering all the fun memories we all had together! Hoping time will heal your loss and our memories will last a lifetime. Love to you all! Pat & Jim Ripperger "
"So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to your entire family."
"Dear Linda and family, I am so sorry to hear of Jim's death. Lean on family and friends for support. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Wadle family during this most difficult time."
"My thoughts and prayers are with you hoping the good memories will get you through this loss"
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"Tony, Ben & family, Very sorry for your loss. May your memories with your dad give you peace always. "
"Our thoughts and prayers for family members and friends. Class of 64, Don Chamberlain"
"My prayers are with the family a former classmate. "
"My condolences. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. He will be missed. Another Saint has moved to a higher place. "
"I am so sorry for your loss. Peace to all of you during this difficult time."
"Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time."
"My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May your memories see you through the days ahead."
"So sorry for your loss. Way too young! Hope that God will carry you through this tragic time & you find comfort in your memories."
" Sorry about your loss. I was a freshman when Jim was a senior. He took me on my first golf outing that year. After 3 or 4 holes I told Jim I thought I would just walk and watch. His favorite shot on the basketball court was from the top of the key. "
"Please accept our deepest sympathies! May Jim rest in peace and may all his family be consoled by wonderful memories of Jim and by prayers of family and friends."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories bring you moments of peace."
"My deepest sympathies to your family during this difficult time."
"My thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this time of great loss."