OBITUARY
Bettie Jean Wade
May 19, 1937 – February 10, 2021
On Wednesday, February 10th, 2021, Bettie Jean (Dickson) Wade, loving wife and mother of three daughters passed peacefully at home at age 83.
She was preceded in death by an infant son, Edward Glen Wade, her parents William Mason Dickson and Allie Dee (Newman) Dickson, and the love of her life, Raymond Edward Wade, whom she married on June 20th 1953 in Corinth MS. They raised three beautiful daughters, Deborah Gail Green (Johnny), Beverly Ann Smith (Robert), and Rebecca Jane Voss (Steve).
Bettie was born May 19th, 1937 in McKenzie TN. Bettie was a charter member of Bethany Baptist Church in Lansing, MI. She was able to enjoy her dream job of being a letter carrier for the USPS, retiring in 1992. Never one to rest on her laurels, Bettie immediately started her new career, her second dream job, as a realtor for Coldwell Banker/Prudential Hubbell.
One of Bettie’s proudest moments was returning to Mason High School to graduate with a diploma in 1983. She enjoyed fishing, showing her and Ray’s antique cars, games with her family and generally life itself. Bettie had a great love for family and a special sense of humor. She always had a smile ready and a remark at hand. In addition to her daughters and son-in-laws, surviving are her grandchildren Johnny Jr and Roxanne Green, Nick Schaffer, Jennifer and Katlyn Welch, Kevin and Kyle Smith, Cassy and Amy Voss, 6 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are brother-in-law Billy Wade (Joan) of North Fort Myers, FL, brother Roger Dickson of Harrisburg, PA, and many nieces and nephews.
She will truly be missed by all!
Visitation will be held at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home in Mason, MI on Monday February 15th from 4 pm to 8 pm. Funeral Services will begin at 1:30 pm Tuesday February 16th with the Reverend Richard Rogers officiating. Interment to follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Mason, MI. Pallbearers will be Johnny Green, Robert Smith, Steve Voss, Kody Juhas, Roxanne Green, and James Tinerva.
Donations may be made in Bettie’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association.
PALLBEARERS
- Johnny Green
- Robert Smith
- Steve Voss
- Kody Juhas
- Roxanne Green
- James Tinerva
DONATIONS
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Alzheimer's Association
2111 University Park Drive, Suite 200, Okemos, Michigan 48864
Services
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Visitation
Monday, February 15, 2021
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Funeral Service
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
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Funeral Service
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Memories
Bettie Jean Wade
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ADD A MEMORYDebbie and Kim Currin
February 16, 2021
As neighbors and friends we are all so sorry for your loss. She was a sweet person to us when we would get to see her. Her dog, Alex would always come over to our yard for a visit with our Lady Girl! I think he was her boyfriend!! 😊🐶💙. So glad that she is not suffering anymore!! You all did a great job of taking care of her and your love shined through! ❤️ Kim, Debbie and family.
Marilynn Anderson
February 15, 2021
My family and I wish to express our deepest sympathy for your loss!
We remember the good times and the shared laughter and
stories of days gone by. Aunt Betty is loved and will be missed.
Deborah Green
February 15, 2021
Bettie Wade and Debbie Green 8-26-2016
Deborah Green
February 15, 2021
Raymond, Debbie, Bettie, Beverly, and Becky Wade 1972
Deborah Green
February 15, 2021
Bettie Dickson Wade and Deborah Wade - 1954
Deborah Green
February 15, 2021
Bettie Jean Dickson and her Grandmother, Sarah Elizabeth "Bettie" Bonds Newman - before 1953
Dennis Munn
February 14, 2021
Prayers out to Bev and family for their loss of their mother Bette. We was all neighbors for a long time.
Deborah Green
February 13, 2021
Bettie Dickson and Raymond Wade abt. 1952
Carolyn Schmidt
February 13, 2021
I grew up spending much of my childhood with Aunt Bettie and the rest of the family. I was pretty much an only child, my siblings were much older and already on their own, was nice to be around a family with mom, dad and kids. So much energy. My favorite memories are those around the breakfast table eating oatmeal or waffles with ice cream and strawberries.
Aunt Bettie always had a confidence about her, said exactly what was on her mind.
So many fond memories. I loved her and I know she loved me.
Praying for the family as they begin the coming days adjusting to life different, without her.
Much love to you all.
Carolyn
Beverly Smith
February 12, 2021
Mom had the best sense of humor and could play “Cards Against Humanity” with the best of ‘em. We sat around the table laughing so hard that quite often we couldn’t even talk! I am so fortunate to have her humor passed on to me, which I passed on to our boys. They, more than once, thanked her for having passed her love of laughter down the line to them. My Mom and I had a relationship that not many people get to have. There was nothing we couldn’t talk about. She could shine a light on my darkest times, reminding me to get my big girl panties on and do what must be done. Thank you Mom for loving me and teaching me to be strong and to stand up for what is right. You pretty much taught me all I need to know to navigate this life, except how to do it without you. Her fur-babies gave her so much joy and comfort, Alex and Toby (d.2019). She leaves her “guards” Shadow, Yogi, Molly and Lady to miss her. Sleeping during the day without Mom/Gramma to lay on is just not going to be the same.
Mom, I will miss you until the day I die. I’m so lucky you were my Mom! Forever - Bev
Sue Alvera
February 12, 2021
Bettie will always be remembered for her quick wit, southern hospitality, her love for her coffee, the twinkle in her eye, her great love for her family, and her deep faith in God.
I loved singing hymns with her, praying together, and listening as she shared her life’s memories with me.
Bettie was “rich” in so many ways....she knew the love of her family, their dedication in caring for her, and how proud she was to call them her very own.
Lifting prayers for all of you!
Heaven has new Angel in their choir.....
her name is ”Sweet Bettie”
Carol Tinervia
February 12, 2021
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you. Cork and Carol
Kay Anderson
February 12, 2021
So sorry for your loss of Bettie. So many fond memories of all of you. Thankful for being a part of your family. Bettie will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sorry I can’t be there. Love you.
Patty Lane
February 11, 2021
So sorry for your loss My memory is eating Aunt Betty good cooking and making home made ice cream.
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