"My thoughts are with his family at this tough time. I knew Gary and his family when his wife would do babysitting for my kids. Lots of memories for us all. Joleen, brandon,chris and cheyenne"
In loving memory of
Garry Lee Wade
September 9, 1968 - January 15, 2017
Ladora- Garry Lee Wade was born September 9, 1968 in Marengo, Iowa, the son of Samuel Frank and Dorothy Maxine (Elick) Wade. He attended English Valleys Schools and graduated from Clear Creek High School in 1987. He has resided in Ladora for the last 20 years. On October 21, 2006 Garry was united in marriage to Kelly Jo Taylor at the American Legion Hall in Oxford. He worked for Pilot Flying J as a transport driver. Garry was volunteer firefighter with the Ladora Fire Department and a member of the NRA. He enjoyed working on his truck, 4 wheelers, fast cars, muddin', teaching his dog Jake to count and mostly picking on his wife. Garry died on Sunday, January 15, 2017 at his home in Ladora at the age of 48 years.
Garry is survived by his wife Kelly of Ladora; his children Krystal O'Kema Wade of Oxford, Elizabeth Lynn Wade of Cedar Rapids, Jessica Jo Chapman of Ladora, Jonathan Keith Chapman of Ladora and Jennifer Jo Chapman of Cedar Rapids; a grandson Perrin Louis Hudson and one on the way; his German shepherd Jake; mother Dorothy White of Ladora; father Samuel Wade of Oxford; four sisters Tonja Beckman of Ladora, Michelle Hamm of Mt. Pleasant, Malinda Wade of Des Moines and Melissa Wade of Oxford; his best friend Brandon Martinson of Ladora and many extended family members and friends. He was preceded by his grandparents.
Celebration of Life Service will be held 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at the Powell Funeral Home, North English. Pastor Luke Caster will officiate. Burial will be in the Piersol Cemetery, rural North English. Visitation will be held on Friday, from 4:00 -7:00 p.m. at the Powell Funeral Home, North English. In lieu of flowers a general memorial fund has been established. Messages and tributes may be left at www.powellfuneralhomes.com
Tributes
"I'm so sorry for your loss. We were classmates and I always considered Garry a friend, I will truly miss him. Keep the happy memories close to your hearts always."
"We are so sorry to hear of Garry's passing. We are thinking of all Garry's loved ones during this difficult time. Our deepest condolences to each of you."
"Met Gary at the pipeline in Coralville when he drove transport, he was a good driver and always a pleasure to deal with. I will see you again someday on the other side. Godspeed Gary"
"To the family of Gary Wade: I was saddened to read about Gary's death. I was a teacher at CCA and had Gary in class. He was a very nice young man and he always had a beautiful smile to share with me. I know those who loved him will really miss him. May God Bless each of you and give you comfort during this sad time. "
"So sorry to hear this, I know Gary from growing up in Oxford, School, and his girls. Gary was always ready to talk shop with you and made you feel welcome with his smile . He will be missed greatly by us all and his girls. Rest In Peace, may god guide you in your travels. "