Joseph Rufus Wade, 70
Joseph Rufus Wade, the son of the John “Jack” and Bessie Gribbins Wade, was born June 14, 1944 in Taylor County, KY and departed this life on Thursday, April 30, 2015 in Taylor County as the result of an automobile accident. He was 70 years of age.
He was a lifelong farmer and worked planting a crop shortly before his death on Thursday.
He united in marriage to Maureen Jean Ward (Stamper), who preceded him in death on August 20, 2013.
Survivors include his sister: Ann Sutty of Campbellsville; his step-children: Michael L. Stamper of Radcliff, KY, Orlando Stamper, Jr. of Lawrenceburg, KY, Angela S. Brito of Wichita, KS, and Annette Webb of Milford, DE; six step-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
He was also preceded in death by three brothers: Robert, Ernest and William Wade and a sister: Shirley Blankenship.
Cremation rites for Mr. Joseph Rufus Wade were chosen. There will be no public visitation or funeral.
L.R. Petty Funeral Home in Campbellsville in charge of arrangements.
