DaNita was born on November 6, 1942 in Canton, IL to Lawrence and Jeanette Whites. She Married James N. Wade, the love of her life on November 7, 1958. They moved to the Phoenix area in 1963. During their 40 year marriage they had three children.
DaNita is survived by their children, son, Dale Wade (Jenifer) and daughters Gayle Noback and Jill Ortiz (Tim). DaNita is preceded in death by her husband, her parents and her brother Arland Whites. She also leaves behind seven grandchildren, James, Bryanna, Amanda, Aaron, Salina, Clint and Logan along with 10 Great-Grandchildren. DaNita will be greatly missed by her family and friends. DaNita enjoyed crocheting, reading and time spent with her family and friends. She spent many years researching and studying genealogy and enjoyed learning her family history. Along with the hobbies she enjoyed, she was proud of being a past business owner and spent many years as a part of the Business and Professional Women’s Club in Tempe, AZ.
A graveside service is scheduled for 10:00 am Monday May 10, 2021 at East Resthaven Cemetery located at 4310 E. Southern Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85042. All are welcome to attend and celebrate DaNita’s life. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to either Arizona Care Hospice (they cared for DaNita through her passing) or Wounded WarriorsProject.org.
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