In Remembrance Of
Steve Wade
Steven Lee Wade, 69 of Smithville, MO, passed away, Thursday, July 7, 2022.
He was born on December 27, 1952, to Vernon Dwight Wade and Betty Jean (Wuttke) Wade in Excelsior Springs, MO. He grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School. Steve served his country in the United States Air Force.
On June 28, 1985, he was united in marriage to Lisa Marie Brown. After their marriage in Kansas City, MO and later Liberty, MO where they made their home.
Steve owned Pro Landscaping/Liquid Sod. He enjoyed his dune buggy, mushroom hunting and watching birds. Steve was always willing to help anyone in need and loved being with his family. He was a wonderful husband, father, and pahpaw who will be dearly missed.
Steve was preceded in death by his father Vernon D. Wade; his mother Betty McLaughlin Wade; and his brothers John Arthur Wade and Larry Dwight Wade.
He is survived by his wife Lisa Wade; children Kari McKinney, Erik Wade, and Jacob Wade and wife Miranda; grandchildren Keenan, Isabella, Lexi, and Riley; other relatives and many friends.
Celebration of Life Visitation: 12:00–2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 9th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville, MO.
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Ryan Wade
Sorry for your loss
Ronnie Bruce
Sorry for your loss. Prayers and comfort for the family during this difficult time.
Crystal Main Reynolds
So Sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad, Kari and Erik. My Condolences and Prayers.. Love you Guys..
Ron Swaney
Sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. Haven’t spoken to him in a while, always had a smile on his face. Thinking about him brings back good memories!
Jeanne Schroeder Epperson
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to all the family friends and loved ones.
Mathew Whitacre
Steve was my best friend throughout the 6,7, and 8th grades. I moved to Hamilton for my high school years.
Great memories of riding mini-bikes out on 92 Hwy in front of his house and in town. Rest In Peace old friend. May God hold you in His arms!
Elizabeth Warman
We are so very sorry for your loss and will be keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. Love, the Warman’s
Bob Davidson
Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Katrina Boss
My heartfelt sympathies for Kari and the entire family ❤️. Although it has been quite sometime since I was in the company of Kari’s dad – I remember him as a humble, caring fun, great sense of humor man. It was evident he loved and adored his family like no other. Rest In Peace
Brandon Parker
Sorry for the loss way to early
Gerrie Collier
So sorry. I remember you from high school when I worked in snack bar cafeteria.
Bill and Carolyn Forsyth
So Sorry
Mark Littrell
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for the family
Tom Hanks
Sorry to hear this sad new
Ben and Stephanie Redd
Lisa and family, we lived on McGee St with you guys when you were there. So sorry for your loss. Steve was always so helpful and kind. Many orator your family during this time and the future.