Lee Wade's obituary , Passed away on July 27, 2025 in Durham, North Carolina

Lee Wade

June 25, 1935 - July 27, 2025 (90 years old)

Durham, North Carolina

Lee Wade's obituary , Passed away on July 27, 2025 in Durham, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Clements Funeral Service

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Lee Wade Obituary

We are sad to announce that on July 27, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Lee Wade (Durham, North Carolina). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Lee Wade or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may Lee find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Frank Wade and Lelia Wade; his brother Learo Wayne Wade; his wife Virginia Ann Brooks; and his children, Sheila (Russell May), Cindy (Clay Gitter) and Michael (Tabitha Wade). He was also cherished by 7 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and 1 great, great grandchild.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 30th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Ridgecrest Baptist Church (1104 Milton Rd, Durham, NC 27712). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 30th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Clements Funeral Service



Wed

July 30

Visitation

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Ridgecrest Baptist Church
1104 Milton Rd, Durham, NC 27712

Wed

July 30

Funeral service

1:00 PM

Ridgecrest Baptist Church
1104 Milton Rd, Durham, NC 27712

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July 29, 2025

Earl & Sandra Davis lit a candle


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July 29, 2025

Earl & Sandra Davis sent flowers

“In loving memory of Lee Wade, With deepest sympathies.”


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