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David James Wade
Officer David James Wade of the Logan County Sheriff's Department was
killed in the line of duty on the morning of April 18th, 2017. He was 40
years old.
David was born September 7, 1976 in Guthrie to Gerald
Thomas and Sharon Faye (Gallaway) Wade. He passed away Tuesday, April
18, 2017 in Oklahoma City, OK.
A native of Guthrie, David
graduated from high school in 1995 and continued his education at the
University of Central Oklahoma, graduating with two degrees in criminal
justice and forensic science. His natural instinct to serve as a
protector continued to guide him to law enforcement where he faithfully
served until his untimely death.
David began his career in the
Oklahoma National Guard, serving not only the state he grew up in, but
also answering the nation's call when his unit was deployed to Bosnia as
part of a global peacekeeping mission. His brother, Jerry Wade, was also
a member of the 179th infantry division and deployed by his side.
David was an avid firearms enthusiast, skilled model hobbyist, and
shared an interest in history along with his late father, Gerald Wade,
who held a master's degree in the subject. In his down time, David
enjoyed watching a wide range of films and television, from the works of
Spielberg, John Carpenter, and James Cameron to the sci-fi series of
Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, and historical dramas such as Band of
Brothers. Above all, he loved nothing more than spending time with his
three remaining sons: Tristan Redding-Wade, (little) Jerry, and Solomon.
He is also survived by his wife, Emily Wade; mother, Sharon Wade;
brother, Jerry Wade; sister-in-law, Andrea Wade; one remaining
grandparent, Clara Ketch of Guthrie; close friend Jason Tauer, and
countless other family and friends. He is preceded in death by his
father, Gerald Wade; grandparents Hazel and Morris Wade of Guthrie, and
grandfather Floyd Gallaway of Mulhull.
David had an unwavering
pride to wear the uniforms of both soldier and officer of the law. He
demonstrated relentless dedication to helping others by serving his
community, state and nation with an unconditional love of those he held
dear. His faith in God, country, and family made deputy David Wade a
true hero. He will be sorely missed.
Funeral services for Deputy
David James Wade, 40, of Guthrie, OK, will be held at 1:00 P.M., Monday,
April 24, 2017 at the Lazy E Arena. Interment will follow at Summit View
Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Smith-Gallo Funeral Home,
Guthrie.
Visitation will be held Sunday, 1:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.
There is a benefit account set up, to help the family, under David's
name at the BancFirst in Guthrie, OK.
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