Don Wade

Donald R. “Jake” Wade was born November 16, 1931 to Andrew and Lillian (Marty) Wade in Morris, MN. He married Carol McDonald on June 11, 1955 at St. Ann?s Catholic Church in Slayton, MN. Don enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid fisherman and hunter. He shared this love for nature with his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed many trips to Canada where he formed many lifelong friendships. Don found great joy in raising a beautiful garden and took pride in his well groomed lawn. He enjoyed visiting with his friends and usually had a twinkle in his eye, which led to some good natured kidding and laughter. Don accepted his illness and its outcome with dignity and class. Don passed away peacefully July 7, 2004, at home, surrounded by his loving wife and family, due to end stage renal disease. Don is survived by his wife, Carol, Dickinson; three sons: Bill (Teresa) Wade of Glendive, MT, Gary (Linda) Wade of Baker, MT and Andy (Cher?) Wade of Sparks, NV; two daughters: Cindy (Randy) Pisk of Fort Peck, MT and Traci (Doug) Schell of Miles City, MT and 12 grandchildren: Shaun & Corey Pisk, Mike (Tasha), Dan & LeAnn Wade, Matt & Mariah Schell, Ryan, Chad, Jason & Marni Wade and Eric Wade. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and one infant-sister.


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Burial Date: July 10, 2004
Funeral Home Baker, MT