Donald Eugene Wade 1950 - 2011

WADE, BRUECK, STRAHN

Posted By: Deb (email)
Date: 1/6/2015 at 21:58:06

Donald Eugene Wade, 61 of Burlington, Iowa died on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington, Iowa.

Born March 19, 1950 in Burlington, Iowa he was the son of Delbert C. & Margaret A. Brueck Wade. On November 21, 1984 he married Sherry Lynn Strahn in Burlington, Iowa.

He was a 1968 graduate of Notre Dame High School.

Mr. Wade worked at J.I. Case Company for 34 years. He was a fork lift operator worked in shipping and receiving and as a welder.

He was a member of the Local U.A.W. #807. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and playing with his dogs. He was a devoted father and a friend to anyone in need.

Survivors include his wife; one son Eddie L. at home; one brother, James (Nancy) Wade of Burlington; one sister, Barbara (Joe) Stevens of Burlington; nieces and nephews, including Brian Wade & Amber Douglas.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Richard.

No formal services or visitation is planned. As per his wishes cremation has been accorded. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery at a later date.

A memorial has been established in his name.