### Narrative Summary of the Obituary  
William James Wade, Sr., 70, of Smithfield, VA, passed away on 19 Aug 2013 at Duke Medical Hospital. He was predeceased by his parents, one brother, and two children. He is survived by his wife, sister, brother, two stepchildren, eight grandchildren, and others.

### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services  
A visitation was held on 21 Aug 2013 at Colonial Funeral Home. A funeral service took place on 22 Aug 2013 at Uzzells United Methodist Church. Burial details are not provided.

### Transcript  
William James Wade  

1 March 1943 - 19 August 2013  
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WILLIAM JAMES WADE, SR.  

SMITHFIELD, VA – William James Wade, Sr., 70, went to be with the Lord, Monday, August 19, 2013, at Duke Medical Hospital. He was predeceased by his parents, one brother, and his son and daughter, J.J. and Michele.  

James was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He leaves to cherish his memory his best friend and wife of 22 years, Connie; sister, Marilyn Kay Bracey; brother, Ben Wade; two stepchildren, Candi and Jody; 8 grandchildren; his special nephew, Buck Wade; numerous nieces and nephews; and his 3 beloved dogs, Bubba, Bo-Bo, and Miss Tillie. A visitation will be held Wednesday, August 21[2013], at Colonial Funeral Home from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.  

Funeral service will be held Thursday, August 22[2013], at 2:00 p.m., at Uzzells United Methodist Church.  

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Uzzells United Methodist Church, c/o Treasurer Kay Bracey, 15208 Bowling Green Road, Windsor, VA 23487. Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield, VA.  

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Newport News, Virginia  
Daily Press  
21 August 2013  
Page A9  
Obituary for WILLIAM JAMES WADE  
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[Birth: 1 March 1943 - Tyrrell, North Carolina, USA]  
[Death: 19 August 2013 - Durham, Durham, North Carolina, USA]  

### Vital Statistics Summary  

| **Name**   | William James Wade, Sr.                               |
|------------|-------------------------------------------------------|
| **Age**    | 70 years                                              |
| **Birth**  | 1 March 1943; Tyrrell, North Carolina, USA            |
| **Death**  | 19 August 2013; Durham, Durham County, North Carolina |
### Table of Relationships  

| **Name**                | **Relationship**         | **Place of Residence** |
|-------------------------|--------------------------|------------------------|
| William James Wade, Sr. | Decedent                 | Smithfield, VA         |
| Connie                  | Wife                     | Unknown                |
| Marilyn Kay Bracey      | Sister                   | Unknown                |
| Ben Wade                | Brother                  | Unknown                |
| J.J.                    | Son (predeceased)        | N/A                    |
| Michele                 | Daughter (predeceased)   | N/A                    |
| Candi                   | Stepchild                | Unknown                |
| Jody                    | Stepchild                | Unknown                |
| Buck Wade               | Nephew                   | Unknown                |
| Parents                 | Predeceased              | N/A                    |
| One Brother             | Predeceased              | N/A                    |
| 8 Grandchildren         | Grandchildren            | Unknown                |
| Numerous Nieces/Nephews | Nieces/Nephews           | Unknown                |
### Publication Details  

| **Publication Name**      | **Publication Date** |
|---------------------------|----------------------|
| Daily Press               | 21 August 2013       |
### Other Relevant Information  
Donations in memory of William James Wade can be made to Uzzells United Methodist Church at the address provided in the obituary.