Donnie Wade
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
Donnie is survived by his wife, Margaret; daughter, Alexandra; granddaughter, Georgia and five siblings. He passed away at home from complications of Parkinson’s disease. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas: Food Pantry Fund, 2780 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont, Texas 77703.
A gathering of Mr. Wade’s family and friends will be from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., Monday, October 29, 2018, at Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont. His memorial service will be 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 30, 2018, at Calder Baptist Church, 1005 North 11th, Street, Beaumont. A family committal was held at Broussard’s Crematorium.
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Memorial Service
Memorial Service
- 1005 north 11th street beaumont tx 77702
- 10/30/2018
- 9:30 am
- 2000 mcfaddin street beaumont tx 77701
- 10/29/2018
- 11:02 am
Comments
Lesley Zagone Diller
Joni and Toni I am so sorry for your loss. My brother has passed and it is so hard losing your sibling. My prayers are with all your family at this time.
Bethany
Oh Alex this just doesn’t seem fair. My heart is with and is broken for you. You had such an amazing dad. He always made things so much fun growing up whether it was dragging us around in a sleeping bag, crazy driving, happy meals and orange soda in his convertible after a sunny day at the Lamar pool, or teasing us about having a crush on the mythical Blaine. I can still hear him telling me “you don’t know what your missing” when I was being a picky eater and refusing to try maple syrup (one of my favorites at breakfast now). I’m sorry he is gone way too soon but grateful that you, my dear friend, were blessed to call him dad. I love you.
Mary Frances Chandler Wilson
Donnie was good to everyone and will be sincerely missed by all. Sincere sympathy to his family.
Paula Bertrand
Margaret and Alexandra, so sorry for your loss. We have known Donnie since we moved across the street from his family on Vermont Street around 1967-68. He wsd on collrge then. Reconnected with him in Sp Ed. while he,was a speech pathologist. Didn't realise he had Parkinson. He was a super guy and will be greatly missed. Prayers for the whole family.
Cheryl (Jones) Rinando
Margaret, Curtis, Dennis, Denise, Toni & Joni, I’m so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. When I think about Donnie, I can’t help but smile... so many memories growing up, especially when we were in college. He was a wonderful man, and friend, and will be truly missed.
Kathy Johnson Robinson
Went to school with Donnie. He was a fair, honest, and very funny guy- always enjoyed being around him! I am so sorry for such a great loss.
Randa Sfeir
I am so sorry for your loss Margaret and Alexandra. Donnie will be missed a lot. My prayers are with all of you.
Lisa Guyote
I worked with Mr. Wade at Orangefield Elementary and I have such fond memories of his love for the students. He was a truly remarkable man who will be missed by many. I am so sorry for your loss! You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Dayna Smith
My heart is so heavy today. The world has lost a great man. The students and staff of Orangefield ISD had the pleasure of this man for at least 10 years as he provided speech therapy services for us. He was so much more than a speech pathologist to us. He was the first to jump in and help when there was a need (cafeteria duty, hall monitor, car duty, etc). He LOVED our students and made sure they knew it. He was a beautiful soul, a beautiful sweet, kind force in this mean world. I am sad to know he has left us, but I have no doubt I will see him again in heaven one day.
Jennifer Durbin
My son was one of the many students at OES that Mr. Wade helped. He not only helped my child but he helped me and my husband also. We were just talking about him the other day and what a wonderful man he was. I am so sorry for your loss. The world will be a little less bright without him in it. Prayers.
Karen Johnson Stahl
Margaret, I'm so sad for your loss. We all had such fun times and I'm very thankful for the memories. Love you
Rebecca Best
Sending prayers to your family in your time of loss.He was a wonderful man.He helped my son Stuart so much I could never say Thank You enough..
Kim Lyons
Mr Wade was such a good man. He loved the kids at Orangefield. He made them feel special. The kids that didn’t get to go to him wanted to!! He was always there to help. He will be missed. We always compared stories about our pugs too! Your family is in my prayers.
Kerri. Arrington
Mr.Wade was such an amazing man! He truly blessed our sweet girl. He made a difference wherever he went! I was honored to work with him. He is greatly missed!
Ron Massengill
So sorry for your loss. Donnie was always a gentleman and a class act. He brought a fresh spirit with him and was loved by many.
Heather Harris
Prayers for strength and peace.. Mr. Donnie was such a sweet man with a wonderful heart.
Amber Wrinkle
My daughter loved her therapy with him. He always made our day brighter. Prayers.
Christine Haynie
Mr. Wade was a wonderful, kindhearted man. He helped my son in so many ways in therapy with him. He was also a gentle, caring and kind man in general to everyone he encountered. Heaven gained another 5 ? loving soul!
Christine Haynie
Mr. Wade was a wonderful, kindhearted man. He helped my son in so many ways in therapy with him. He was also a gentle, caring and kind man in general to everyone he encountered. Heaven gained another 5 star loving soul!
Brandon Prouse
Mr. Wade was such a great man and a great friend. He will be so dearly missed by many, He had such a great impact on so many people at Orangefield. I am so sorry for your loss. Love you Mr. Donnie Wade.
Deanna Rice
Mr. Wade was truly an amazing man. He will be dearly missed. I had the privilege of working with him at OES. He brightened my day every morning when he would pass my classroom door to say “Good Morning”. The students adored Mr. Wade. Your family will be in my prayers. ❤️
Christy Bradley
Donnie Wade is one of the greatest men I’ve ever known. He was genuinely a beautiful soul. My own children adored him and so did my students. His love for his wife was evident and he often talked of my daughter reminding him of his own sweet girl. No doubt he made a difference in many lives! My heart aches at the thought of no longer seeing him for now, yet I am grateful he is no longer in pain. Sending my condolences to the Wade family and leaving you all with one of my favorite Helen Keller verses- "What you have once enjoyed you can never lose...All that we love deeply becomes a part of us."
Josette Choate
Mr. Wade will be dearly missed. He was my rock during the most emotionally challenging times in my life with my hearing impaired son. He gave me the support and tools to help Clayson be the young man he is today. We both love Mr. Wade, and he will forever have a special place in our hearts. We pray for his family’s peace and comfort and appreciate them sharing such a fantastic husband, father and teacher with us.
Luanna and Will Wilson
Willie and I were so sorry to learn about Donnie. He was a sweet and kind person who also had the best sense of humor. He could always put a smile on your face. To his wife and daughter and Denise and Dennis, you are in our prayers.
Jenna Abshire Beach
I'm so sad to hear of Mr. Wade's passing. He was such sweet person and made such a difference in my son Brandon's life. He had a way of making each of his students ( and everyone) feel special. Peace be with his family and loved ones....he will be missed.
Clint Holmes
Mr Wade taught me at Forrest Park in the early eighties,he was a great guy,always concerned about all his students,I owe him a lot.,Im sorry for your loss,My prayers are with your family,and I know he will be missed.
Larry Haynes
I really don't know where to begin. Donnie was like a big brother to me. We worked together for a long time in Orangefield, and I can say without reservation that I am a better man/husband/father because my life intersected with Donnie's. He was kind and generous to a fault. I have known few others who were as compassionate and genuine as he was. He radiated pure joy to everyone he came in contact with! Donnie always ended our one-on-one conversations (and we had many) with the words, "You know I love you, man." I knew he meant it every word! He always spoke glowingly about the loves of his life, Margaret and daughter, Alexandra. I've always believed you could tell a lot about a man's heart by the way he spoke about his wife and children. Donnie loved them and everyone else with all of his heart. There's no doubt that Donnie left this world in better shape than he found it! Rest in peace, my dear friend!
NL
My sincere condolences to the family at this difficult time. May you all seek God for comfort, peace, strength and support (2 Cor 1:3).
Lisa McCall
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Mr. Wade was a wonderful person. It was a honor to work with him. He made the world a better place for all of the students in my class . He will always have a place in my heart.