There isn't a day that go's by that I don't think about you. I miss you SOOOOOO much!

I can remember like it was yesterday, us suiting up for pee wee football. You were my best friend then and now. I remember always seeing that vibrant smile walking through the hallways. I could go on and on about the memories we made and share together. I guess it is like they really say the good do die young. Gone but never ever my brotha.

Not a day goes by that I don't wonder how you are. If everything is ok, if you are watching over us and seeing the pain I still feel for you in my head. I can still hear your laugh and see your smile. I really miss you so much. You would be so proud of Colton right now. Dude is straight up ballin like you did at QB. Emma is blastin away in softball. Everyone is getting old now we just talk about our kids. I just wish I could see you one more time just to say hi and I love you. We never said it much to each other because were "manly men" but I know we both did. It feels like yesterday when you passed. I thought I would move on more then this by now but every now and again it is really tough. I miss you and love you bro and will see you in heaven one day. Watch over and protect us.

I cannot believe it has been 2 years today, feels like it was just yesterday. You are loved and missed even more today than ever!!!!

Just wanted to say hey brad I love ya and miss you everyday. One of these days we will hang like we used to luv ya bro

I know you are up there watching over your Mother and the rest of your family - they all miss you terribly. You have brought so much meaning to others and left a huge void in their hearts. You were deeply loved. May God bless you Barbara and always keep you in his care. You have many friends who you can come to. I love you, Raelene

Bradley, if you are anything like your Mom, Heaven is celebrating your presence for the joy and goodness you bring.

Barbara, my heart goes out to you and your family,we can't understand why things like this happen, but we do know who walks with us and sometimes carries us, his name is Jesus and He will always be with you and never leave you!! Love you!! Debbie Williams

Whats up cuz! I think about you everyday. There are often times when I wish it was me rather than you. You had so much positive things going right in your life. You had a great wife and everything seemed to be falling in place. Then God takes you away from all of us. Only God knows why but I don't agree. I miss you and love you Brad!!

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Don always spoke so highly of you I wish we could have met. You will be deeply missed...

"Bradley I never got to meet you but I know your mother loved you so much and I know you made a hugh difference in her life.  I hope Barbara will be comforted in knowing that you are now walking with Jesus. I pray for you, your wife, children and parents. You were so important to them all and you will be missed...

My prayers go out to your wife, your children and your mother. You were loved by many and you left this world too soon. Even though it is only a temporary seperation, the pain in our hearts is still there. Until we meet again.

Bradley, 
Although, I never had the opportunity to meet you, I know your Mom loved you more than anything. The two of us spoke many times about our children and shared many laughs about the joy children bring to a Mom. You will be missed by those who knew you personally and those who knew of you. May those you leave behind find comfort in our Heavenly Father's promise, we will see our loved ones again.

You were loved by many Bradley and your Mom spoke so highly of you so very often....you are missed and loved by so many - May God keep you in his care and watch over your Mother with all of your love...

Bradley.....the world is a better place because of you. You touched the world with your soul. Your mother Barbara whom I have known half my life raised you to be a fine young man. She will missed you and know that she will think of you often. Bradley your light will always shine on earth. 

Tawana Couch

Bradley... You touched the world and the world is now a better place. You left behind wonderful memories. I watched you grow up and have the honor to know your mother for half my life. You were blessed to have a loving mother who took care of you all your life. Barbara faith and love for you will always remain in her heart. Love you Bradley.

Bradley...I did not know you and I barely know your Mom. But being a mother myself of an exceptional young man my heart aches for your family. I can see you were dearly loved and such a special person. However, I know with every breath I take you are in Heaven and at peace. I also know your loving spirit wraps around those who loved you and you will always be with them.
My thoughts and prayers reach out to your family that time will help heal some of the pain.

You were dearly loved by your mother Barbara whom I have the honor to call my friend. You will be missed by her more than you could ever imagine.

Dearest Bradley- Thank you for loving and taking care of Nikki and Tatelyn,Please watch over them daily. We all miss you so much.

Thank you to everyone for being so supportive and showing us how much we are loved.  My son is in HEAVEN now, he is not here to tell you, so I will tell you for him --- THANK YOU TO EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU --- FOR BEING THERE AND FOR ALL WE HAVE SHARED IN THIS LIFE.  My son, if you could have only seen all your friends at the funeral and how much you are loved.  I miss you more than words can express, the emptiness can't be filled and my heart endlessly aches for you.  You know if I could I would have traded places with you in that moment to give you more time here with your family.  I guess that is selfish of me to say knowing that you are in Heaven now and you wouldn't want to come back or trade places with any of us.  You are now with JESUS and with two of the people that love you so much, your MamMaw and PawPaw Wade, and also little Sammie and other friends and relatives...I just miss you...your wishes were carried out to be buried close to your MamMaw and PawPaw.  Your other wishes were and will also be carried out too...I will see to that.  Nikki and Tately have the love and support of the Wade family, other family members and friends.  Thank you my son for all the wonderful memories and the great love that we have, for being the person you are, for being a loving husband to Nikki and dad to Tatelyn...just as was read at your funeral, you are a person that is compassionate, loving, giving, thoughtful, respectful and of a humorous nature.  A young man spiritually blooming, with athletic ability, physical strength and mental toughness that was beyond amazing.  A man that you would be glad to have stand by you in the heat of a battle and if need be carry you along the way...and with a smile that only you have..Bradley Don Wade you are a inspiration to so many of your friends and to me.  You are my hero!  Thank you for showing your love for me and wanting to take care of me when I get old.  I will long for the day when I can look at you eye to eye, see your smile and hear your voice.  That day will come...one day. Thank you God for both of my children.  I love you both, Crystal Ann and Bradley Don.  Love, Dad

Don, Mel, Crystal and Barb
I am holding you all in my thoughts and in my Heart.I am so thankful for the time I was blessed to have spent with Bradley and have nothing but wonderful memories. All of us who grew up together just considered him a part of our extended family and we are all saddened by the loss.

Dearest Bradley, I love you with all my heart and  miss you more than words can say.  Our lives will never be the same without you.  We will love you, think about you, long for you every day for the rest of our lives. There is a special place in our hearts that only you can fill.  I know without a doubt you're with Jesus and we will all be together again in paradise. You always told your Dad you were going to take care of him - I promise you I will love and take care of him until we can be with you again in heaven.  Can't wait to see you - I know you'll be waiting on us . . . I love you.

Bradley and I became friends when Bradley was a young man.  Bradley was the same as a young person as he was an an adult; a man of few words with a smile and disposition that everyone enjoyed.  Bradley could make your day better with just a smile and a nod. Most of all I will miss our one-sided conversations, where I talked and Bradley just nodded his head.  I am most thankful that Don and Barbara set you on the path that led you to your relationship with Jesus Christ as your accepted Savior. So I will not say good-bye but instead I will look forward to when we are all together again.

Well its real hard to make words say what your heart feels.so i will limit my words.My sons became friends with Bradley when Don and I played flag football together.I saw where Bradley got his speed from his dad who was a great open flag player and according to David Houser was also a great high school quarterback.Bradley was enjoyable to be around.When he would come spend the night we were in awe of his atheletic God given abilities that Id get all the local red oak kids to race him.Our friend Billy Rogers was a fast kid too so they had a little race in our back yard.Anyhow our family always had a special love for our friend Bradley.Oh yea our little AIR IT OUT flag team won their division in a huge tournament with over 100 fields going at once.Bradley also won a team triathlon with the boys too.We all loved to go to the Wade house and ride motocross,shoot baskets,and most of all eat.I believe each of us has only a limited number of people that God puts in our path during our short lifetime. Our family is eternally thankful that Bradley and his family were among the handful of people God chose for us.May God bless all of us.    joe davis

hey brad just thinking about you today and some of the fun memories we had....

*you putting tiger on the treadmill and making her run into the wall (not cool)

*thanksgiving when i asked tatelyn if she had a boy friend and she started freaking out and crying because you have her scared to death of boys.

*When you called a week before the accident and had to listen to Don preach for an hour! (Didnt get to thank you for sparing me the lecture, soooo thansk! =) )

Don is decorating a room for you and wants me to make you a blanket to put in it.... We havent decided on what colors yet.

Hope your having fun in heaven and not getting into trouble! 

love you

Dear Wade family, I am so sorry about your loss.  Thru the stories I have heard from Don I know that he was a great person who will be greatly missed. I hope you can find comfort in all the good memories he left behind and know that he will always be smiling down on us.

Barbara , I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts, love and prayers are with you and your family.  Mark Davis Dallas

Wade Family,We just heard about Bradley,I did not know him but I am sure he was a reflection of Don whom I have known for 12 years and Iam a big fan,so that makes me a fan of Bradley's. God Bless to all the Families.

We are truly sorry for your loss.  Although we did not know Bradley, I am sure he was a quality young man.  God Bless your entire family during these tragic times.   Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

To my son n law... Bradley, Thank you for taking sure great care of Nikki and most of all Tatelyn! Harry and I could not have asked for any one better then you. Always know that we loved you so much. Nikki, Don, Mel and Crystal we are here to help in any way we can. We love you all!

Brother Don I am so sad for your loss. I witnessed the love between you two. I pray God pours his love over you and your familys. 

I love you brother.

In His Grip

Hondo.

Words seem so useless at a time like this... I pray for the calmness to come quickly for the Wade family. God was short an Angel, so he called Bradley home. The void left will never be filled. My heart, prayers, and anything I can do go out the Wade family. Look to the stars... Bradley joined them....

I may not have known bradley but i know his dad and if hes as crazy and warm-hearted as his dad i known so much already. I wished that it didnt happen this way. He is going to greatly missed by me. All my blessings go out to his family and daughter. Hes in heaven where its more beautiful.

I have known Bradley since elementary school and Kristen has been such an awesome friend to me all my life. I also went to Awana's with him when we were younger too. I can remember his parents being very involved in church and always leading their chidren to serve God. I know your heart aches right now but I hope you find comfort in knowing Bradley is looking down on everyone and waiting to be with you again someday. My heart aches for your family. He was a really good guy and comes from an awesome family. My prayers and thoughts are with all of your family during this difficult time.

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss..my heart goes out to you and your family. Bradley will be greatly missed.

Bradley was a good guy who loved his family.  I remember growing up with him and Crystal.  He has great parents and family that love him and he will truly be missed.  Bradley is looking down from heaven watching down on his loved ones.  Love and prayers coming your way!  Until we meet again.
Jennifer Stanford Hernandez

My prayers are with you all during this time.  I am so sorry this has happened. Thank the Lord you can lean on each other.  Love and prayers, Cindy Jenkins

I only knew Bradley from my 2nd parents, Don and Mel, and my good friends, Kristen and Kendal. He has truly touched my life. His entire family is in my prayers. He was so loved by everyone. And i know, that even though he will be greatly missed, he will live on in our hearts forever.

"Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy." -unknown

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.

Barbara and Chrystal I havenn't seen you in many years but I just want you to know that you are in my prayers. Just remember God has a plan for Bradley. We don't understand but by now Bradley does

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Our prayers for strength and peace go to the entire family. So sorry for the loss.

This is in celebration of the fun filled, action packed life of a strong, loving, and faith filled man. (Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4) Husband, Father, Son, Brother, Friend are a few titles he held high.  A dutiful Christian (Motivated by duty rather than desire).  Bradley let his light shine.  He let it shine bright.  Full of love and faith for his savior Jesus Christ.
Larger than life, Bradley had a contagious spirit, full of heart and determination.  (Definitely NOT going to beat him in a foot race!)  With Bradley you would never stand alone.  He'd give you a leg to stand on.  A shoulder to lean on.
We got to witness his love for his wife Nikki and daughter Tatelyn.  He was proud of the beautiful family you created and the life you 3 shared.
To Don: You raised a good Christian man with strong integrity and moral beliefs, that inspired so many others.  Stay strong and know that you have an army of Wade's, Smith's, Eddy's, Rodgers, Hanks and Harper's standing behind you.  We love, love, love you very much!  (I have told you all this so that you will have piece of heart and mind.  Here on earth you will have  many trials  and sorrows; but cheer up for I have over come the world. John 16:33)
To Bradley:  Thanks for the love and "GET YOUR WEIGHT UP, SON!"

One more rep!!

My prayers are with you and your family crystal. I didnt know you as well as others in high school,but my heart aches with what you are going through. If you need anythingat all please dont hesitate to ask.

Im so sorry Barbara, my prayers are with you and your family.

To his family and friends,
I had the great honor and opportunity to train a young Bradley Wade when he was 8,9,10 yrs. old in the martial arts. He was a great student and an excellent fighter. He was a natural at it and had great skill at such a young age. I truly loved watching him fight in class, one of our best. You never know what God and life has in store for you.You never know who will cross your path and for what purpose. You never know your length of time on this earth, but for a short time I knew a great young man who then grew into a great man,husband,dad,son,brother, friend and so much more. I believe God takes some early for he has a greater purpose for them, he tapped Bradley on the shoulder and called him home. From all of the instructors and students of the  Waxahachie Karate Academy, we salute and bow to you Bradley Wade. It was a true honor.

Nikki,
   No words can heal the hurt and pain, but God is watching over you and he will get you thur these diffucult days. All your friends here at Renfro are thinking about you and your in our prayers.  We love you. 
            Susie Nair and the Renfro Gang

Dearest Barbara,
You were a joy to fly with... you ALWAYS oozed great love for your babies. I adored your energy & passion when showing Bradley & Crystal's photos to us in the galley. You beamed & I knew they were your entire life. With a heavy heart, I lift you and yours up to God & pray for His strength to support you through all of this. We'll see your son on the other side... Praise Jesus!

Love, 
Cathy

Dear Nikki, Tatelyn, Barbara, Ron, Don, Melanie, Crystal, Jason, and family,
We want you to know we will continue to pray that God will wrap you in His arms of comfort and supply your every need.  Bradley really preached His own funeral...it was obvious by the out pour of family and friends and the many wonderful tributes given in his honor.  May God Bless and Keep you. Lamentations 3:32, 33

Dear Wade family, 
I am deeply saddened by your loss. Don, and Barbara you raised wonderful son. Crystal, Brad always looked up to you and I remember when we were growing up him always saying you never let him get away with anything. Nikki, Brad loves you and Tatelyn more than anything. Just remember, it's not a goodbye its I'll see you later. We will all see him again one day.  Brad was like the brother I never had.  I will cherish all the moments we had. I'll never forget how much we would compete with each other in everything we did growing and the brotherhood we developed.  I'll never forget that goofy laugh of his and that big smile he always had on his face.  He will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.  My prayers go out to you all.

Im so sad for all the family and I really did like Brad so much.He had an awsome Smile and he always had a good laugh! I will remember those Things about him forever.Maybe He and David are walking in Heaven together now! Lve in Christ to you,Tonja Davis(Chase Davis mom)

Barbara, I am so sorry for your loss.  I hope the love of all your friends and family will help get you through this very sad time in your life.
God bless~~
Jeanna Jackson

I'll always remember Bradley as that cute faced kid from church. May God's arms wrap around his family during this difficult time. My thought and prayers are with you and yours.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.  May your memories bring you comfort.

Don and family,
I am so sad to here of your loss.  You are in my thoughts and prays.

Your friend

Bradley was a great person and god called him home so soon. But he left memories and joy all in Red Oak. He will be missed and loved from many years. Nikki times will get better. I love you and i will be praying for you. Think of the good times and let them show you the good times.

Nikki, no words can heal the hurt you are feeling right now. I pray you find more of the moments where you feel the calm, than you do the pain. So many people love you and here are for you and your family. Bradley was a great man, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. If you need anything, do not hesitate to reach out.

Bradley, You always had smile on your face that could brighten up anyones day. You will be missed by so meany.

Barbara & Ron, 
Praying for you and your family. May God's peace and love fill you and keep you. Becky Hand

My deepest condolences to you aren your loved ones. May your rest in peace.

Wade Family, 

My heart and prayers go out to you.
I have such sweet memories of Bradley from High School. God called home an angel. May His love comfort you during this time of great sadness.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. May God bless you!

I knew Brad in High School and he was a great friend to have, he always had your back and that smile on his face. Brad, I know your in a better place so now you can watch over your family and friends and you will never be forgotten. Nikki, Iam so sorry for your loss. I know it is hard, But remember to keep your head up and stay strong for you and your family. May God bless and comfort you and your family in this difficult time. I know it as been a long time since I have seen yall, But if there is any thing I can do please let me know. Brad was taken way to soon and will be greatly missed.RIP Brad

Bradley,  You will be so missed!  Your smile could brighten any day!  So glad I got to share so many fun times with you!  I will never forget you!  Tori

Barbara please know you are in everyones thoughts and prayers, there really are no words. Lean on your faith, family and friends, we love you! Jeannette Brown

We were so sorry to hear of your loss.  Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Sweet Barbara... I am so very sorry for this loss in your life. I am praying for you and your family.Love you...

Crystal, thinking about you and your family during this time.  Sending many prayers and much love your way.

My heart was broken when I got word of Little Bradley's death.  My prayers will be with you thru this very had time. My prayer is that God will carry you and all his loved ones thru this very hard time.  I have very fond memories of you and all your family in the years that Bradley and Crystal attended Apple Tree Christian Academy.  May God be with you.  Love, Cathy Haney

Our prayers are with the entire family and friends!  God will comfort you, just let him embrace you with his love!

My heart is heavy, but my mind is clear..you all are in my thoughts and prayers today and always.
always missed, never forgotten.
Much love, anna and Sallie

May your soul be at peace.  My prayers are with you and your family.

Bradley, I love you so much and always will, You have showed me and Tatelyn so many things and most of all what love is. I will never forget you. I need you and just want you to come home! You will always be in my heart. Please watch over us!!!!!

We love you! Nikki & Tatelyn

My thoughts and prayers are with Bradley's family and friends. (Wade and Drew McKee's Mom)

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this time. Sending our deepest condolences.

I remember Bradley from high school he would laugh and crack jokes on people. It just so sad to see him go all so soon but he will never be forgotten by those who knew him and those who love him. To Nikki be strong everyone is here for you if you need them to help you through this and to the Wade Family my prayers are with you. This was a shock to me in so many ways but I want to say is I will miss him as friend and as a classmate.

we were so sad to hear the news of Bradley, i'm glad you got to tell him you loved him one last time, your in our thoughts and prayers, love janet and steve

Barbara, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.  I pray that God will pick you up and carry all of you throught this very difficult time.

Words cannot express how sorry I am for this horrible loss.  Please know that my prayers are with you Nikki.  Brad was truly a blessing to know.  I will never forget his smile and zest for life.  He will forever be one of my favorite students.

I knew Brad in high school and he was such a funny person. We always cracked jokes and made class a good time. His family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

May God be with you all! I can't imagine the feeling y'all are going through. My prayers are with y'all.

Bradley, Cody and I will miss you very much! Nikki, I am so sorry for your loss. I cant imagine. Please let me know if there is anything we can do for you! We love you! I will be praying for you.

Barbara, my prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and your family. May God's grace and love surround you all and may you know His peace that surpasses all understanding.

Kay Hogan ( Dal F/A)

Dearest Wade Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved one. I, too, lost a son at age 28. My heart goes out to you all.  Please accept my sincere condolences and know you are and will be in my thoughts and prayers. I know he will be terribly missed by all of you.

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Bradley Don Wade

June 26, 1982 – February 5, 2011

Grove Hill Funeral Home & Memorial Park

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