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Lowell E. Wade

d. May 27, 2019

Lowell E. Wade, 86. Lowell was born a genius on December 25th, 1932 on a sack of potatoes in an old country store. He passed away peacefully May, 27th 2019. Lowell was preceded in death by his parents, Hayden and Elinor Wade and a son Lowell Scott Wade. Surviving family are, his wife, Jeanette H. Wade. His sister Freda Teel. His son Gregory Wade and wife Wanda. Grandchildren Elinor (Greg), Meaghan and Bryce ( Scott) a step daughter Laura and his 2 loving and biting dogs.
Lowell served in the army working on tanks in Germany and then graduated from VPI. After graduation he went to Chicago meat cutting school and returned home to work in his parents grocery business. He went on after taking over the business to grow the business to 6 supermarkets and 12 convenience stores. Lowell was one of a kind, a visionary and trailblazer in his endeavors during his time. He has left a legacy of kindness and respect as well as accomplishment in the New River Valley. Also brilliant, thoughtful, generous, never tiring, and educating . A great husband and father in his own unique way.
Lowell would appreciate some humor and satire in his obituary. With this said, in lieu of flowers, as Lowell never liked flowers, please stop by Wade's and have some of Wade's finest pinto beans or fried chicken. Lol.
Visitation is today from twelve until two with a graveside service after visitation ends.
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Thursday, May 30, 2019

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