Obituaries

Marcus D. Wade, 74, of Erlanger, KY, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his family, after a long battle with intestinal lung disease.

Marc worked at Monumental Insurance company prior to his career as the circulation distribution zone manager for the Cincinnati Enquirer for 27 years. After he retired, he drove a bus for Kenton County Schools, and he drove a supply truck at St. Elizabeth. Additionally, Marc was a Freemason and US Navy Veteran during the Vietnam War and in the 80’s he was a volunteer firefighter and EMT for Gulf Manor.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Marcus and Dorothy Wade; and his siblings, Joyce Fudge, Bill Wade, Ora Schafer, and Jack Wade.

Marc is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Donita Ryan Wade (nee Williams); his son, Justin (Carrie) Wade; his step-children, Ron (Michele) Ryan and Laura (Andrew) Rigg; and his sisters, Julia Fleisch and Debbie Kuhlman.

He also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren, Myla, Madi, Gabby, Ashley, Paris, Mason, Cole, Cassidy, Vince, Julia, Gabe, Mia, and Ben; and his great-grandchildren, Scylar and Bentley.

A celebration of life for Marc will be on Friday, October 27, 2023 from 6:00PM-8:00PM at The Sterling Event Center in Erlanger, KY.

Memorial donations can be made to: Charity of Donor’s Choice.

To share a story or leave a condolence to Marc’s family, please visit: www.linnemannfuneralhomes.com.