Donald Lee Wade 81, of Energy, passed away October 5, 2016 at Herrin Hospital. He was born December 3, 1935 in Herrin, IL to Glen and Mildred (Hall) Wade.
Donald worked in the construction field until he became ill and was placed in Helia Nursing Home in Energy and resided there until his death.
Donald enjoyed watching the Price is Right and was an avid fisherman.
Survivors include his children Mary Le’Donna Wade-Edmonds of Herrin, Marty and his wife Tabitha Wade of Zeigler, and Melissa Wade of Herrin. One sister Phyllis (Wade) Barham of Herrin, and two brothers Ray Wade of Herrin and Roger Weiman of Freeman Spur. Also survived by several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers Fred Wade, Bob McGee, Percy Wade and one granddaughter Eco Edmonds.
Donald’s wishes were to be cremated. Burial will be at a later date.
Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser is in charge of arrangments.
Donations can be made to the Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.
For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com.
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