William Bradley "Brad" Wade, 63, of 606 John Street in Eden, went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, February 21, 2012, at his home. A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Friday, February 24, at Trinity Wesleyan Church at 186 East Aiken Road, Eden. Burial will follow in Overlook Cemetery. Brad was born July 20, 1948 in Leaksville, NC, son of the late Pete and Charlotte Hopper Wade. He was a Morehead High School graduate, class of 1966. Brad was a retired Patrol Lieutenant and 30 year veteran of the Eden Police Department. He was a long-standing member of Trinity Wesleyan Church. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Martha Hundley Wade of the home; daughter, Christi Wade Hart and husband, Jimmy; two sons, Joseph Wade and Bill Wade and wife, Jaime; grandchildren, Josh and Danielle Hart and Madison and Madilyn Wade; and sister, Cindy Wade Blackwell. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening, 6 - 8 PM at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence. Anyone wishing to make memorial contributions, they may be made to the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge #5, Eden, NC, of which he was also a long-standing member. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Martha and family, May God wrap his loving arms around you all at this very sad time. Please know that our love, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan and Bill Pace
Martha and family, we were so sad to hear of Brad's passing. We send our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Praying for you all, Joy and George Conner
Joy Conner
Martha and family, we have you in our prayers. Your faith in our Heavenly Father will hold and keep you during this loss.
Larry & Krisite Rorrer
Martha, Joe, and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. June & Donnie Wilson
June Wilson
Thoughts and sympathy in this time of loss. May God be with the entire Wade family during these times.
Bruce Lee
Martha, kids, grandkids, relatives, and friends; words cannot adequately convey the proper expression of true sympathy and condolences that we all feel, those who knew Brad. Brad was an outstanding individual and will always be remembered. May the Lord embrace all of you in his loving arms and grant you peace. Brad thank you for coming into all our lives while you were here.
Jeff Rodgers
Brad was a fine man and will be missed very much. God bless his family.
Lowell Hatcher
Martha, So sorry to hear about Brad. He was a very good person. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Myra and Charles Burgess
Martha and family, You are in my prayers.
Phyllis Brown
Martha, You and Brad and your children have always been like family to us. We are so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. May wonderful memories and friends and all of our prayers help you all thru this sad time.
Chuck & Lisa Watkins Rogers and Maxine Watkins
Martha and family..words don't begin to express how sorry we are for Brad's loss. He was a fine family man and a great Police Officer. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come. Also, Mama, Odessa Thompson, asked me to convey how sorry she was to hear such sad news and to let you know she would be praying for you all. God bless each and every one of you.
Debbie Thompson Horton and Myron Horton
Dear Martha and family You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time and the days to come. Look to Jesue for strength and comfort. Robert and Vicky Slaughter
Vicky Terry Slaughter
I would like to extend my condolences to Martha and Brads Family, my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.....
Larry Tucker
Martha & Family, I am so sorry to hear about Brad, he was a wonderful person and I truly enjoyed knowing him. My prayers are with you and your family.
Tonya Young
Martha and Family, Knowing this is a very difficult time we wanted you to know our prayers and thoughts are with you. No one can ever take away the wonderful memories of a loving marriage and family!! May God and those wonderful memories give you all the courage needed to get through this times. Your loving cousins, Gerry, Skip and Family
Gerry & Skip Baliles
Martha and family, I am so sorry about your loss. Brad was such a wonderful and thoughtful person. Prayers are with you.
Toni Carroll
To all the family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I grew up on Walter Chambers St.,that is how I knew Brad. May God provide the strength you need to endure your loss.
Donna Simpson Paschal
To all of the Wade family, I am so sorry for the lost of Brad. I know your family has many memories and keep those memories alive. No one can take those from you. May God bless each of you in the up coming days and months ahead. Carolyn
Carolyn Denny Dalton
I cannot believe I'm sending you and your family a message on this site.My heart will be broken for some time as will many many others.You set a Good example for others to follow.I will miss you,my Oldsmobile Buddy..See Ya in Heaven my friend !!!
Steve Baker
Although we for the last 10 years have lived a hundred miles away from each other Its very hard for me to believe that I wont be doing my usual daily chat with Brad through the wonders of the innernet anymore . Brad was my partner, we were kindred spirits, and I miss him . It was always a pleasure to run into my lifelong friend who's friendship spanned our lifetimes and it grieves the depths of my soul knowing he will not be there . at least on this side anymore in body , but I know his spirit lives in all of us . Go With God my friend and May You Rest in Eternally the loving arms of our Savior .
Sam Lewis
So sorry to hear of your loss,you and your family is in our thoughts and prayers, God Bless Bo & Tammy Truitt
tammy
Brad was a great man who could be tough and kind at the same time. He was very beloved and always had a big smile for all. I knew him from the Leaksville Graded days and he was always good to all. I understand that he was a great officer and helped many. I will miss him and pray for the best .I was a better man for knowing him. Roger Wilkes
Roger Wilkes
My heartfelt condolences go out to you all at this time, may the Lord be with you. Rest in Eternal Peace Brad.
Bernie Robertson Fischer
I am so sorry for your loss.Brad was a really nice guy.Praying for all of your family!!!
Martha Gwynn
So sorry for your lost, Praying for the Family
Jerry Epps
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Dana & Kristy Hussey
Kristy Hussey
I am so very sorry for your loss. Brad grew up in my neighborhood. My work schedule will not allow me to attend the family time or funeral but please know you are all in my prayers.
lynn dyer
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
Johnny & Kay Kimrey
Martha & Family, we are so sad to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers, God bless. Donnie & Terri (Long) Scott
Donnie & Terri ( Long) Scott
Dear Martha and family; I was sorry to hear of Brad's passing. I have such fond memories from working with him at Gant; as I quickly realized what fine folk the Wade's were! I know he will be missed especially by you all and by his relationships established throughout the county and community. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Take comfort in knowing that your loved one rests peacefully in the arms of Jesus. May you turn to Him for your source of strength and comfort. Love to you all!
Stephanie Roberson
I was deeply saddened to hear of Brad's passing. He always had a smile and good things to say to everyone. He will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tommy Craddock
Our thoughts and Prayers are with your family. May God help you throught this. May God bless you.
Paula & Jimmy Belton
Martha and Family, we am very sorry to hear of Brad's passing. Please know that we are keeping all of you in our prayers during this difficult time. The Rutledge Family
Angela Rutledge Haynes
Martha & family, We are so sorry to hear about Brad. We know how you all are felling right now. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord comfort you in the days ahead.
Benji & Martha Hannkins & family
Martha, We are so sorry to hear about Brad. You and your family will be in our prayers. Love in Christ, Carolyn Pruitt
Carolyn Pruitt
Dear Martha, Bill and I thought of Brad as one of our dearest friends. He was always so nice and kind and upbeat. I hope you'll draw much comfort in your memories that I'm sure you have shared through the years. You are in our prayers. Laura & Bill Horsley
Laura & Bill Horsley
What a sad time for Brad's family and many friends. I'll especially miss his Facebook posts about Dani's softball prowess, which must have made him incredibly proud and happy. He has rounded the bases and is now safe at home.
Sam Gwynn
Brad was a good man and I'm sorry to hear of your loss. I will pray for you all. Love, Tina
Catina Corum
Holding you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Connie Seal
To Martha and her wonderful family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Brad was a good man.He always had a big smile on his face. I pray God will wrap His loving arms around you and give you peace. He'll be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. Love and prayers.Elaine Epperly Cresenzo
Elaine Epperly Cresenzo
We are so sorry to here of Brad's passing. He was a good guy and always loved running into him when we were in Eden. He always had that great smile. Will keep his family in our prayers. God bless--Dock and Cheri Gilley
Cheri Horsley Gilley
Christi and family, Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Kathy & Marie Overby
Kathy Overby
So sorry to hear of Brads passing. Such a great person. Always a big smile and always positive. May God be with you Martha and family at this dificult time. Ed Fretwell
Ed Fretwell
Dear Martha and Family, I was truly sorry to hear about Brad's passing. No words can express how you feel at this time, I'm sure. Know that I am praying for God's comfort, strength and peace for your family. Sincerely, Alison Reid Michalove
Alison Reid Michalove
Dear Martha and family, We are so saddened by the earthly loss of a wonderful person. Brad was a kind, gentle soul and a good friend for many, many years. Our prayers and love to all of you. Dot and Jim Bush
Dot and Jim Bush
I knew Brad for many years. No one could meet a nicer guy. My condolence to family and friends. Rickey Howell
Richard "Rickey" Howell
Christi, Josh and the entire Wade family. So so sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for you all and although, our loss is heaven's gain, God be with you all now and the days and weeks that follow, full of grief and pain. Brad will be greatly missed by many many of us in Eden.
Eunice Rice
Martha and family I am sorry for your loss deepest sympathy
Sweet Talbott
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss seeing Brad at our ball games.
Terry Vernon
Martha and Family - Remembering each of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Curtis and Sarah Pierce
Martha, Bill and family, I am so sorry to learn of Brad's death. Please accept my condolences and prayers for your family. Your family were so good to Neel and I as you were growing up.
Ed Guest
I was so sorry to hear about your loss.he was a good godly man and we know he is in Gods care now.praying for all of you.
Arletta Stowe
Martha and Family - So sorry for your loss. Remembering you in our thoughts and prayers.
Kent & Lisa Tucker
Martha and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort in the days to come.
Pam Butler Robertson
our thoughts and prayers go out to the family,gods called another one home,barbara an johnny brown
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Martha, It was with great sorrow that I read of Brad's passing. You can be assured that Brad will be missed in the town. My condolences to you and the family.
C.D.
Martha, I was very sorry to hear that Brad passed away, I just saw you and him at lunch one day last week, very very sorry if you need anything please let me know.
Wendy Smith
We are sorry to hear of Brad's death. Our prayers are with all of you. May the Lord bless you with his comfort and peace as Brad rejoices in his presence. We remember Brad with good thoughts of our younger days in Eden.
Michael and Sandra Simmons
Martha, I can't express the depth of my sadness, but I know Brad will be missed and grieved by the whole community. He was such a great guy and had been my friend since 1st grade. He never changed he was the same smiling sincere person as he was a little boy. He was a good Christian man and there can be no better than that. I know he was a good husband and good father as his pictures and conversation prove. I will miss his visits at the beach. We never got to go flounder fishing. But I look forward to seeing you often at the beach and we can just sit and reflect if you want to. Keeping you and your family in my prayers. Love you, Jeanne
Jeanne Turner Horton
Martha, Christy and family. I am so Sorry, I have you"l in my prayers. I wish I could take all the hurt you are felling,But I can't. Brad, was a great Husband, and DAD to each of you.I know he will be missed so much. Martha I cannot come to see you, as soon I will be there to visit you. keeping you in my prayers allways. I God is with you. see you soon as I can Love you'l Boodie
Boodie Cochran
Martha and family, Our prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Brad was loved by many and taught so many of us so much. Brad passed on knowledge and experience to a lot of us, he will be missed greatly.
Clint & Angela Simpson
I'm sorry to hear of Brad's passing. I knew him since Jr. High. He was a great guy. Sonny
Sonny Sherrill
Martha, our hearts go out to you on this sad day. I understand that Brad is rejoicing being in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and we rejoice with him in that, but, we also know you and your sons and their families are hurting so badly. We continue to lift you all up in prayer. May HIS grace, mercy and love be upon you and yours during this very difficult trial. Brad will be sorely missed by so many people. God bless you all. Sincerely, Wade & Skippy Carter
Wade & Skippy Carter
Martha and Family, we are praying for you daily. Brad was a wonderful person and he will be missed by SO many. Thinking of you!!!!! Seth and Ashley "Bowman" Latham and family
Ashley Latham
Brad and I go back to our childhood days at Leaksville Graded School where we became good friends. I have many fond memories of Brad. He was always well liked and a good friend to many. Please accept my condolences as his passing is a great loss for everyone that knew him. Bob Lewis
Bob Lewis
Martha and family, we were so sorry to hear about Brad - he was so special and always so friendly - please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time...Marty and Doris Melvin
Doris Rea Melvin
Martha and Family, God blessed our town with such a great couple as you and Brad. The memories of Carolina Heights and Brad rolling through on his patrol car seem like just yesterday. You all will be in my prayers as you go through this time. I am so very sorry. The Bible says " we mourn; but, not as those who have no hope." It is that hope that I pray will bring comfort to you all in the times to come. Love and Prayers, Bernie.
Bernie Coone
Martha Jane, I am sorry to hear of your loss. Brad was a very nice person and I am sure that he will always be looking after you from above. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joan Light Strutton
Martha & Family, Our long time friendship with you & Brad have been so special in more ways than I can mention. May God wrap His loving arms around you & grant you comfort, peace & understanding as only He can. You are in our thoughts & prayers. "God Bless each of you".
Larry & Betty Joyce
Martha,Cindy and families, I am so sorry to hearn about Brad's paasing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
KAREN ROBERTSON
MARTHA, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND STREATHEN YOU. LOVE YOU,BETSY
BETSY WILLIS
Martha & Family:It saddens me so much to know how close of a family you are,just remember one day we will see him again! I was in the hospital & didn`t get to show my sincere condolences to you! Lots of Love & prayers, Reece-Anna Reece & Family
Reece Anna Reece
Martha, so sorry to hear about Brad, he was a sweet man and I know he will be missed by all who knew him. Our loss is heaven's gain! Martha Mabe ( former nurse at Dr Hasanaj's)
Martha Mabe
Martha, Our love , thoughts and prayers are with all of your family. Brad was such a sweet man and he will be missed. Ann Fair
Ann Cheek Fair
Martha and family, so very sorry to hear of Brad's passing. He was such a sweet and kind man and will be missed terribly by all who knew him.
Teresa Knight
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Born: Tuesday Jul 20, 1948
