William "Bill" Wade

Bill Wade, 48, of Fort Wayne, formerly of Churubusco, passed away on March 9, 2018, at his home. Born in Whitley County on June 15, 1969, the only son of Hilda M. Wade. Bill spent his formative years in Churubusco and graduated from Churubusco High School in 1987. He was employed at Trelleborg in New Haven for 23 years. He enjoyed watching Star Wars and reading. He also enjoyed visiting different wineries. Bill is survived by his daughter, Jes (Brandon Cheatham) Wade of Modesto, CA; and many cousins. He is preceded in death by his mother, Hilda Wade. Calling will take place at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Thursday, March 15, 2018 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Services will begin at 10:30 AM, at Sheets & Childs Funeral Home on Friday, March 16, 2018. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery, Allen County. Memorials to Bill Wade Scholarship Fund Online condolences to the family at www.sheetsandchilds.com.