Kay Wade joined her Lord and Savior Monday, March 4, 2019. She was 65 years of age – a devoted wife, mother, “Mimi”, and friend.
Funeral Service: 11:00 AM Thursday, March 7, 2019 at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kerry Groce and Bro. Joe Peebles officiating. Burial will follow at Moore Cemetery in Chalk Bluff.
Visitation: 6:00 to 8:00 PM Wednesday, March 6 at Lake Shore Funeral Home.
Kay was born on August 2, 1953 in Gatesville, Texas. She was the daughter of Bobbie Joe (Smith) Pruitt and Raymond Lehrmann. She attended McGregor public schools and studied accounting at MCC. Kay married the love of her life Steve Wade on January 30, 1982 in Waco.
Together she and Steve have built and operated their auto repair shop, Loop 340 Garage for over thirty years. Kay’s greatest joy in life was being a mother and grandmother. She raised two sons, Ronnie & Michael, and considers them her greatest accomplishment. On multiple occasions she opened her home to misfits needing the love and refuge that was so easily found in her giving heart. She was a great friend to many and never shy to help in any way she could.
She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond Lehrmann; brother, Daniel Lehrmann; sister, Tricia Bard; brothers-in-law Ed Wade and Gary Wade.
She is survived by her husband, Steve; son, Ronnie Wiethorn & wife, Kristi of Waco; son, Michael Wiethorn & wife, Penny of Crawford; mother, Bobbie of Waco; mother-in-law, Virgie Armstrong of Waco; grandchildren, Jackson, Connor, Mackensie, Marissa, Allie, Emily, & Jay; sister, Neta Wiethorn & husband Curtis of Valley Mills; sisters-in-law Paula Wade and Rachel Wade, both of Waco; and Fran Lehrmann of Grand Prairie; brother-in-law Scott Bard of Michigan; extended family, and many friends. Kay was dearly loved by many.
Serving as pallbearers are; Jackson Wiethorn, Connor Wiethorn, Mark Groce, Nolan Woodcock, Travis Petru, and Randall Harwell. Honorary pallbearers are Junior Kelley, & Darrell Hudson.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
Lake Shore Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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Steve I’m do very sorry for the loss of your loving wife. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I cannot express my heartfelt love and sympathies for Kay’s family. She was loved by us all and this loss in our lives will hurt for a long time. Please let’s just all remember how wonderull and bright and loving and caring and GENUINE this woman was, in all things. I will forever love her and cling to the great memories. I hope you will too. Until we meet again sweet Kay……
I was so sadden to hear about Kay. Such a beautiful lady inside and out.
So very sorry for your loss Uncle Steve.
Sandra Kay Wade of blessed memory. Memories of love, kindness, selflessness and happiness you brought to our lives and family. We will hold them dear to our hearts. Prayers of peace and strength to you Steve and family. We love you
Steve we are so sorry for your loss. She is now you’res and Gods angel. Your prayers are with you at this time.
I’m so very sorry for the loss of Kay. She was such a joy binger to everyone she knew!
Jackson, I am so sorry to learn of the death of your grandmother. You and your whole family are on my mind and in prayers this week. I know she was very proud of you. Mrs. Still
Steve, she will be missed dearly by so many people, family and friends. She was a very sweet woman and always happy and would do anything to help someone out. I pray that you make it through this ok and i will be praying for you and family.
We are so sorry for your loss. Kay was a special person. We hurt so much for her family. May our Lord & Savior carry each of you in the days ahead. Dee& Eugene Wiethorn
Your heart cared for many. Your smile lit up any room. You will be dearly missed by many. Prayers tto the Wade and Lehrman families.
Dear Steve,
So sorry to hear of your wife’s passing.
You and your family will be remembered
in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Larry and Kathy Moss
Kay was well loved and a wonderful woman ! Knowing she is home with our lord gives testament to her life as she lived it❤️I will miss her smile and that cute spark in her eyes ! I am blessed knowing her ????Steve , I will lift you up in prayers ❤️ Love Kathy & Mike Johnson,
So sorry for your loss. Will be praying for your family
I still can’t believe you are gone Aunt Kay. I love you and you will be truly missed by so many people. See you again someday, Uncle Steve I am so sorry for your loss. I love you!
Steve,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you and your family – that God would grant you His peace and comfort during this time of grieving.
Beta, so sorry about your sister, my love and prayers to you and yours.
Ronnie & family, Praying for you and your family, that God will hold you up and will walk you through this.
Psalms 34:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
Ronnie,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you and your family, that God will wrap his loving arms around you all, granting you his peace and comfort, during this difficult time.
Steve,
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am so sorry for your loss. I will always treasure her beautiful smile and her laughter. Kay loved you so very much. She was so GOOD to everyone.
We will miss Kay so much.
miss your warm hugs and beautiful smile.
I am so very sorry for your loss! May the good Lord bless your family and give you all peace of mind. ????????????????????????
Steve, Hey buddy, just heard about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time.
It’s so hard to believe that you left ya. You have finished your race & we are still in the relay of life.
Steve, you & Kay have been special friends & I am forever grateful for your friendship. I have fond memories of Kay in our growing up years. Kay’s contagious smile & quick wit will be missed.
May God hold your family close as they transition to life without you dear friend.
Forever loved!
Sympathy and condolences, Steve , family, and friends. I always loved getting to speak to Kay whenever I could while making one of my MANY trips to the garage. Steve,you and Kay have been so kind and wonderful to Jim and me and my family for which I am so thankful. … I pray that God will give you peace, comfort, and strength and that the wonderful memories will help ease the pain and sorrow.
With much love for all,
Melanie
Steve and family, I’m so sorry for the loss of your sweet loving wife. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Very sorry for your loss! Prayers and condolences to your family
Nick Pratt
Im so sorry for your loss, my heart and prayers are with you.