Alton "RED" Lenard Wade, Age 67 was born in Bradenton, Florida, to the late Emilio Davila and Francis Lenard-Wade. He was educated in the Manatee County public school system.
Alton elevated up the ranks of life quickly working with Regional Engineering Inc. for over 25 years, where he established himself as a skilled and trusted Engineer.
Alton was affectionately known in the community of Palmetto for his loyal heart and genuine passion for always extending his hand to others. After retiring, Alton continued serving his community and dedicated most of his time to his passion for just being "RED", his family and an unbreakable bond with his grandchildren.
In the late summer of 1996 "red" began to establish a new union of his life's path with his wife, Wanda Oats-Wade while living in Palmetto. Red became passionate about the upward direction he was heading. Red established a commitment with his wife, that forever changed his life. The relationship wasn't perfect, but they loved each other and were determined to remain committed as the vows they had written and said on that blessed oct 21st day. Red's love for his family and grandkids was revolutionary, on red's last day he anxiously awaited for the arrival of his grandson, Myster's return into the country, but God saw differently. Red will forever live through each one of his loving family members
Alton will be deeply missed by his Loving Wife, Wanda Oats-Wade
Mother in law: (Preceded in Death) Geraldine Works-Oats
Daughters: Shardasha Wade, Shionte Branic, Shaunkita Branic
Son: Dwayne Keon
Bonus Son: Tyree Middleton
Brothers: (Preceded in Death) James Wade Jr., (Preceded in Death) Roger Whatley, (Preceded in Death) Robert Gates
Sisters: Delores Whatley, Angela Neicy Whatley, Martha Wade-Adams
Sisters in law: Elnora Lee West, Cathy Oates, Janice Truewell
Brothers in law: Ronald "bubba" Oats, (preceded in death) Leon F. Gilbert, Sr.
Grandson: Michael Taylor-Branic, Myster Taylor-Branic, Elijah Porter
Granddaughters: A'nyla Porter, Nova Porter
He also leaves to mourn a host of nieces, nephews and cousins, that loved him very well.
Special Friend: Ricky Reed
Special Cousin: Harriet Roberts
If you had the honor of knowing him, you were privileged. Remember, Alton "Red" Wade for his unwavering faith and dedication to the Lord.
