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Record #: R2013-816   
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
Intro date: 9/11/2013 Current Controlling Legislative Body:
Final action: 9/11/2013
Title: Tribute to late Don Wade
Sponsors: Burke, Edward M.
Attachments: 1. R2013-816.pdf
RESOLUTION
 
 
WHEREAS, Don Wade has been called to eternal life by the wisdom of God at the age of seventy-two; and
 
WHEREAS, The Chicago City Council has been informed of his passing by Alderman Edward M. Burke; and
 
WHEREAS, Don Wade was a legendary Chicago radio show host and the loving husband of Roma; and
 
WHEREAS, Don Wade was the much-adored father of Hunter and Heather to whom he imparted many of the fine and noble qualities that he possessed in abundance; and
 
WHEREAS, Don Wade ably served for fifty-five years in the broadcasting industry and graced the airwaves of WLS-AM-890 for twenty-seven years; and
 
WHEREAS, Known for his comforting presence and sharp sense of humor, Don Wade co-hosted the "Don and Roma Show" along with his wife; and
 
WHEREAS, Don Wade always placed a high priority on thoroughly researching topics and was admired for his intelligence and thoughtfulness; and
 
WHEREAS, The hard work, sacrifice and dedication of Don Wade serve as an example to all; and
 
WHEREAS, His love of life and ability to live it to the fullest endeared Don Wade to his family members, friends and all who knew him, and enabled him to enrich their lives in ways they will never forget; and
 
WHEREAS, Don Wade was an individual of great integrity and accomplishment who will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by his many relatives, friends and admirers; and
 
 
WHEREAS, To his beloved family, Don Wade imparts a legacy of faithfulness, service and dignity; now, therefore
 
BE IT RESOLVED, That we, the Mayor and the members of the Chicago City Council, assembled this eleventh day of September, 2013, do hereby commemorate Don Wade for his grace-filled life and do hereby express our condolences to his family; and
 
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the/amily of Don Wade.
 
 
 
 
 
Alderman - 14th Ward