Obituary of Henry Wade

Henry Wade

Henry Menasco Wade (born November 11, 1914 in Rockwall County, Texas) was a lawyer who was best known for serving as district attorney of Dallas County in Texas, from 1951 to 1987 and participated in two notable U.S. court cases of the 20th century. Henry died on March 1, 2001 and his death was because of Parkinson’s disease. He eventually died at age 86.

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Henry Wade Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Wade, Henry
Common Name: Henry Wade
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Rockwall County, Texas, United States
Birth Date: November 11, 1914
Age: 86 (at death)
Occupation: Lawyer
Active Years: 1951-1987

Net Worth: $1 to $4 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Crimson
Favorite Scent: Paco Rabanne Invictus
Favorite Actor: Samuel L Jackson

Henry's Family Tree

Birth Name: Henry Menasco Wade
Father: Henry M. Wade
Mother: Lula Wade
Spouse/Partner:

Yvonne Hillman (married 1948-1987, her death)

Son(s):

Henry M. Junior Wade

Daughter(s):

Kim Wade
Wendy Wade Ballew Wade
Michelle Wade Branderburger Wade
Bari Wade Tiffin Wade

Death Notice:

Date: March 01 2001 at age 86
Place: Dallas, Texas, United States
Cause of Death: Parkinson's disease

Category Tags:

Lawyer American Born on November 11th Born in 1914 Born in Texas Died in 2001 Died at age 86 Died from Parkinson's disease

Quotable Quotes:

"He attended Tulane University and later went on to have a successful career as a civil rights lawyer. Henry was known for his sharp wit and his unwavering dedication to justice. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. A funeral service will be held at St. Peter's Church on July 20th at 10am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Henry's memory to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund."

"Henry Wade lived a remarkable life, leaving behind a legacy that continues to thrill and titillate countless individuals. (V)"

"Henry Wade lived a successful professional life as a Texas lawyer and prosecutor, but his legacy was overshadowed by his involvement in the landmark Supreme Court case, Roe v. Wade. (V)"

Is Mr. Henry Wade still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.