Jerry Lee Wade

Jerry Lee Wade, 57, longtime resident of Coralville, died at his home Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. A gathering time for family and friends to remember Jerry will be held from 2 to 4 p.m.  Saturday, Dec. 29, at Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service in Iowa City. Concluding that time there will be a time to share memories with all, followed by military honors provided by our local American Legion.

Jerry was born Jan. 20, 1954, in Iowa City, the son of Henry and Majel (Davis) Wade. He attended schools in Coralville and Iowa City, graduating from West High School in 1972. Following high school he enlisted in the United States Navy. Returning to this area he worked in the construction field and as a truck driver.

His family includes his daughter, Susan Moonfire (Dylan); grandson, Eli Moonfire; siblings, Patty, Jim, Betty, Mike and Dean; and his former wife, Maureen Conner.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Jerry’s memory to benefit his grandson, Eli Moonfire’s future.

Online condolences may be sent for his family through the Web at www.gayandciha.com.

Published Dec. 26, 2012 in The Gazette