John Wade Obituary John Roosevelt Wade October 11, 1935 － February 26, 2024 Sedley － John Roosevelt Wade passed away early Monday morning, February 26, 2024 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital surrounded by his family. As he passed from his life into the loving embrace of his Lord and Savior, we find comfort in knowing that he has been welcomed into his everlasting home in Heaven. Though he is no longer with us in body, his presence will forever reside in our hearts and minds. Born October 11, 1935 in Southampton County, he was a son of the late Samuel R. Wade and Elma Newsome Smith. He is survived by his wife, Edna Branche Wade; daughter, Sheron W. Ross (Cleon); son, John Randolph "Randy" Wade, Sr. (Janet); grandchildren, Jamie W. Elliott (Ralph), Wade Williams (Jessica), Jalyn R. Wade and John R. Wade, Jr.; great-grandchildren, Ralphel "Ralphie" Elliott III, Madelyn R. Elliott, Isaiah A. Elliott, Emaline R. Williams and Cooper J. Williams; and sister, Sylvia Henson (Fred). He was preceded in his death by his brother, William "Billy" R. Wade. John was a long-time member of Sedley Baptist Church. He attended Courtland High School and after high school, he met his wife and they were married in December of 1958. John and Edna were married for 65 years. He farmed for many years and worked for Burgess Trucking until he retired in 2005. John enjoyed mechanical work and gardening. He was a caring and loving son, father, grandfather, great- grandfather and husband. A Funeral Service will be held at 2PM Wednesday, February 28, 2024 in Wright Funeral Home with Pastor Jim Foreman officiating. Burial will follow in Rosemont Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the funeral home and suggests that memorial donations be made to Sedley Baptist Church, Sedley Fire Department, or Rosemont Cemetery. Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory － Franklin on Feb. 27, 2024. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/John-Wade 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/john-wade-obituary?id=54476573 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative summary of the obituary: John Roosevelt Wade, 88, of Sedley, passed away on 26 February 2024 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Born 11 October 1935 in Southampton County, he was a longtime member of Sedley Baptist Church. John farmed and worked for Burgess Trucking until retirement in 2005. He enjoyed mechanical work and gardening. ### Narrative summary of funeral services: A funeral service was held at 2 PM on 28 February 2024 in Wright Funeral Home, with Pastor Jim Foreman officiating. Burial followed in Rosemont Cemetery. The family received friends one hour prior to the service in the funeral home. ### The Edited Obituary John Wade Obituary John Roosevelt Wade October 11, 1935 February 26, 2024 Sedley John Roosevelt Wade passed away early Monday morning 26 February 2024 at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital surrounded by his family. As he passed from his life into the loving embrace of his Lord and Savior, we find comfort in knowing that he has been welcomed into his everlasting home in Heaven. Though he is no longer with us in body, his presence will forever reside in our hearts and minds. Born 11 October 1935 in Southampton County, he was a son of the late Samuel R. Wade and Elma Newsome Smith. He is survived by his wife, Edna Branche Wade; daughter, Sheron W. Ross (Cleon); son, John Randolph "Randy" Wade, Sr. (Janet); grandchildren, Jamie W. Elliott (Ralph), Wade Williams (Jessica), Jalyn R. Wade and John R. Wade, Jr.; great grandchildren, Ralphel "Ralphie" Elliott III, Madelyn R. Elliott, Isaiah A. Elliott, Emaline R. Williams and Cooper J. Williams; and sister, Sylvia Henson (Fred). He was preceded in his death by his brother, William "Billy" R. Wade. John was a longtime member of Sedley Baptist Church. He attended Courtland High School and after high school, he met his wife and they were married in December of 1958. John and Edna were married for 65 years. He farmed for many years and worked for Burgess Trucking until he retired in 2005. John enjoyed mechanical work and gardening. He was a caring and loving son, father, grandfather, great grandfather and husband. A Funeral Service will be held at 2 PM Wednesday 28 February 2024 in Wright Funeral Home with Pastor Jim Foreman officiating. Burial will follow in Rosemont Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the funeral home and suggests that memorial donations be made to Sedley Baptist Church, Sedley Fire Department, or Rosemont Cemetery. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | John Roosevelt Wade | |---------|----------------------------------------------------| | Age | 88 | | Birth | 11 October 1935; Southampton County | | Death | 26 February 2024; Sentara Norfolk General Hospital | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |-------------------------|---------------------|--------------------------------| | John Roosevelt Wade | Decedent | Sedley | | Edna Branche Wade | Spouse | Unknown | | Samuel R. Wade | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Elma Newsome Smith | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Sheron W. Ross | Child | Unknown | | John Randolph Wade, Sr. | Child | Unknown | | Jamie W. Elliott | Grandchild | Unknown | | Wade Williams | Grandchild | Unknown | | Jalyn R. Wade | Grandchild | Unknown | | John R. Wade, Jr. | Grandchild | Unknown | | Sylvia Henson | Sibling | Unknown | | William Billy R. Wade | Predeceased Sibling | -- | ### Other Relevant Information 1. John was a longtime member of Sedley Baptist Church. 2. He attended Courtland High School. 3. John and Edna were married in December of 1958 and were married for 65 years. 4. He farmed for many years. 5. John worked for Burgess Trucking until he retired in 2005. 6. He enjoyed mechanical work and gardening. 7. John was described as a caring and loving son, father, grandfather, great grandfather and husband. ### Publication Details | Place | Name | Date | |----------|-------------------------------------------------|------------------| | Franklin | Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory | 27 February 2024 |