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William James Wade, Jr. born September 22, 1972 and died at the young age of 31 from carbon monoxide poisoning on January 26, 2004.
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JJ's the beloved son, older brother, devoted single father of three wonderful children, and cherished friend of many...he will always be remembered for his charming smiles and love for his family. JJ's young sons, Brandon--11 and Jamie--10 (ages on 1/26/04), were devastated with the loss of their beloved Dad. They suffered another traumatic sudden death less than four months later. JJ's only sister, Michele Wade--27, was killed instantly on May 20, 2004 when an irresponsible driver crossed the centerline. My strong faith, family, and friends are the strengths the good Lord continuously provides for survival.
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"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal... ...Love leaves a memory no one can steal."
Pain and Grieving
When you hear me laugh one moment in time, Do you think...Oh great! she seems just fine.
The smiles you see, don’t reach my eyes.... Nor do you hear my silent anguished cries.
My heart is breaking, can’t you see.... Without my sweet children here with me.
My heart and soul have taken a big hit.... Yet some loved ones tell me, “get over it.”
Each new day is an emotional strain.... I pray none of them experience this pain.
Only another parent that is grieving too, Can understand what I am going thru.
My precious children have died...that is true, But why must I hide this pain from you?
Copyright 2005 Diane Craddock
In loving memory of my children JJ Wade and Michele Wade
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My dearest JJ, You will never know how much we miss you. It has been a long two years, three months, and nineteen days since we have seen your smiling face. Going to try to create a memorial garden or walking trail in memory of you, Michele, Lynn, & Thomas.... hopefully other families will add markers for their loved ones. Watch over us...we love and miss you all so much. Love, Mom May 19, 2006
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Celebration of Life Scholarships
Diane Craddock established two Angels' Arms Scholarships (in memory of her only two children, Michele Wade and J.J. Wade) at Paul D. Camp Community College. The scholarships will be awarded each year for the fall semester. Tax-deductible donations to fund the scholarships can be made payable to:
Paul D. Camp Community College Dr. Patsy R. Joyner, VP for Institutional Advancement 100 North College Drive Franklin, VA 23851 757-569-6791 FAX: 757-569-6795 pjoyner@pc.vccs.edu
First scholarships awarded July 2006!!!! Cindy Clements, Carrsville VA, won Michele's scholarship Elizabeth Ongor, Smithfield VA, won JJ's scholarship
Second scholarships awarded July 2007!!!! Stephanie Gray, Boykins VA, won Michele's scholarship Jamie Cotton, Franklin VA, won JJ's scholarship
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9/22/09 Your 37th Birthday / Diane Craddock (Mom)
Dearest son
We love and miss you very much. It has been five years eight months and twenty six days since we have seen your endearing face. Brandon has been back living with me since the first part of June as his mother refused to take care of him (...
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July 4th / Mom, That Loves And Misses You (Mom)
Dearest JJ....Brandon is not coping very well with all the struggles he has been through. I'm trying my best to keep him at home until he turns 18. His mother has not been to see him since November 2007 and she hasn't been to see Jamie at the hospita...
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In Washington DC / Mom, That Loves And Misses You Both (Mom)
Washington DC presentation on April 15, 2008 I'm Diane Craddock, a 54 year old grandmother from Carrsville Virginia that became a kinship caregiver in February 1996. We gained custody of two young grandsons (my son's children....ages 3 and 4), thinki...
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JJ's 4th Angelversary / Melody -. Angel Adam Hill (Diane's friend )
ANGELS ABOVEThe sky is filled with Angels.....with puffy, feather wings, The remnants of God's beauty, with treasures they now bring. Each one of them a Guardian, that travels in the sky, To watch throughout...
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Heading Home / Mom
It's Saturday morning at 7:30 am and we're pulling into the Port of Miami. Going to do a little sightseeing in Miami, as my flight doesn't leave until later today. Saw some beautiful sights while on my vacation but I know you both have the most beaut...
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Vacation / Mom, Loving And Missing You Both (Mother) Read >> |
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MEMORIAL DAY GFIT / BETH DICKERSON (JIMMY'S MOM ) Read >> |
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HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY / BETH DICKERSON (JIMMY'S MOM ) Read >> |
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TO YOUR FAMILY / Beth Dickerson (JIMMY'S MOM ) Read >> |
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Easter is proof of eternal life / Marguerite Ward Mom To Angel Brandi (Angel Mom ) Read >> |
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JJ's 3rd Angelversary / Melody ~. Angel Adam Hill (Diane's friend ) Read >> |
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Thinking of you and your family today JJ / Pam Johnston Colin's Mom (Angel Mom Friend ) Read >> |
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J.J.'s Photo Album |
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