William Wade

William Wade, 89, of Russellville, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. He was born on December 19, 1931. He was the son of William Armon and Laura Merrell (Cooper) Wade. On November 17, 1984, he married the love of his life, Vivian (Killion) Davers.

William was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Raymond Wade and Freddie Wade; a brother-in-law, John Price; and a great granddaughter, Kiralee Davers.

Survivors include his wife; one sister, Shirley Price, of San Antonio, TX; children, Regina Pendergraft (Lance) of Russellville; Chris Donnelly (Angela), of Russellville; Mark Donnelly of Ola, AR; Sean Donnelly of Russellville; Roger Davers, (Angela) of Vallonia, IN; Shelly Hedinger (Chris) of Medora, IN; Bob Davers (Beverly) of Brownstown, IN; and Teresa Wayman (Andy) of Norman IN; 19 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and his faithful chihuahua, Jasper.

He retired from West Tree Service in 2005 after nearly of 50 years of employment. He was a member of the Apostolic Gospel Tabernacle and served as deacon and worship leader for many years. His faithfulness & commitment to ministry service marked him as one of the "pillars of the church."

He loved deer hunting, camping and trout fishing at Heber Springs, as well as spending time with his family and friends. He will be remembered for his love of family, his great sense of humor, and his kind spirit. William leaves behind a legacy of love and friendship for all who knew him.

A family graveside service and burial held at Owens Cemetery in Dover on Monday, January 18, 2021, under the direction of Humphrey Funeral Service. Pastor Keen Shields will officiate.

Active pallbearers will be: Lance Pendergraft, Lance Pendergraft, Jr., Doug Wade, Dennis Wade, Andy Wayman and Kevin McCloud. Honorary pallbearers include: the employees of West Tree Service, the Men's Fellowship of Apostolic Gospel Tabernacle, and Jerry Baker.

Memorials may be made to the Apostolic Gospel Tabernacle, 2-144 Church St, Russellville, AR 72802. Internet obituary and online guestbook are available at www.humphreyfuneral.com.