Frank was born on May 4, 1932, in Canton, Ohio to Iva and Richard Wade.
Frank served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and as a volunteer firefighter for many years. He was a lifelong fan of the Chicago Cubs and the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Frank is survived by his partner, Christina Thorton; children Frank Wade Jr; Robert Wade, Donald Wade, and Ronald Wade (Cindy);and grandchildren Brett Wade (Annie), Matthew Wade, Alexandra Wade, and Caitlyn Agans (Vince). He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a funeral service is not scheduled at this time
