Denise Wade
January 12, 1963 ~ January 20, 2025
Denise Padgett Wade, 62, of Perryville, died suddenly on January 20, 2025. Born on January 12, 1963, in Danville, Kentucky, Denise was a dedicated member of her community and a beloved wife, mother, and friend.
Denise graduated from Lincoln County High School, Class of 1981, and the Kentucky College of Business in 1984, where she earned her associate’s degree. She devoted her professional life to the people of Boyle County through her career as an administrative assistant in the Danville-Boyle County Planning and Zoning office.
Denise was a passionate volunteer, actively supporting the Danville Band, downtown Danville, and her Mayo Christian Church community. Her dedication to service and her generous spirit were recognized when she was awarded the Volunteer of the Year Award, also known as the Big Heart Award from the Heart of Danville.
Denise is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, James D. Wade; her cherished son, Nicholas “Nick” (Cody Polston) Wade; her sister Rose Durham, nieces and nephews Krystal Durham, Branden Durham, Elexis Durham, Grayson Durham and Trenton Durham. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her and her many friends and colleagues.
The funeral service will be 11 a.m., Monday, January 27, 2025, at Stith Funeral Home in Danville, with Rev Robert Hutcherson officiating. The visitation will take place from 3 – 5 p.m. on Sunday, January 26, 2025, also at Stith Funeral Home, Danville. Pallbearers will be Branden Durham, Rick McDonald, Berek Bodner, Shane Peck, and Riley Bodner. Honorary pallbearer will be Mark Todd. The burial will be in Bellevue Cemetery following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Danville-Boyle County Humane Society.
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Visitation: January 26, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Stith Funeral Home, Danville
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Danville, Kentucky 40422
859-236-2113
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My sister was the most caring and loving woman they was. She loved with her whole heart. She will be missed by so many, I do cherish the wonderful days and memories we have,
Rose, I’m so sorry to hear about Denise. She was always so good to me. Prayers for all of you
I love you,
Becky & Rannie Payton
Hugs and prayers to jimmy and nick love you guys
Love you Cuz.
I am just so sad to hear this news. I know how much she loved her family and community, and how much they loved her. My heart goes out to Nick and all of you. I hope you can find some peace at this terrible time.
Nick, I’m so sorry. I am thinking about you.