Joseph John

Wade, Sr.

Joseph John Wade passed away on April 11, 2025, at the age of 73. He was a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, but later in life moved to Mount Airy, Louisiana where he spent the remainder of his life. He was a hydraulics foreman in the dredging industry. He was also known for being an avid fisherman.

Loving father of Jarette Wade, and the late Joseph John Wade, Jr. Son of the late Walter Wade, Sr. and Annie Rodriguez Wade. Brother of Jimmy Wade, Lonnie B. Wade, Audrey Hymel, Marie Meds, Betty Templet, and the late Walter Wade, Jr., Wilmer Wade, Judith Cortez, and Darlene Curry.

According to his wishes, Joseph Wade, Sr. was cremated, and a private service was held.