Kevin Lynn Wade, 74, born in Reading, Pennsylvania to Dorothy and William Wade, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026.

Kevin graduated from Reading High School and continued his education at Penn State Berks before earning his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Delaware.

Kevin’s professional and family life were filled with exciting adventures. He began his engineering career by accepting his first professional position with DuPont and relocating to Delaware in 1974. Creative and entrepreneurial by nature, Kevin eventually founded his own engineering consulting firm specializing in control systems, where he built a respected career and lasting community presence.

While returning from one of his many business trips on a shuttle bus, Kevin met the love of his life, Gail. They married in 1978 and began a lifetime of adventures together. Over the years, Kevin and Gail shared countless travels with family and dear friends, creating memories across the country and beyond. Kevin embraced life fully and never stopped exploring. In March 2026, he completed what became his final and perhaps most meaningful journey — returning with Gail to the place where they had honeymooned 48 years earlier.

Family was Kevin’s greatest joy. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who treasured every moment spent with those he loved. His daughter, Lauren, and his three grandchildren — Keira, Owen, and Grayson — were among his greatest blessings. Together, the family traveled by car, plane, train, and ship to all but two U.S. states. Kevin especially loved sharing history and experiences with his grandchildren through those travels.

In his later years, Kevin enjoyed engaging with his community through talk radio, sharing his perspectives and listening to the voices of others. He believed strongly in contributing to conversations about community, country and faith.

Kevin is survived by his loving wife, Gail Holland Wade; daughter, Lauren Haley Wade (Anton Kolodziej); grandchildren, Keira, Owen, and Grayson; sister, JoAnne Wade Pepe; brother, Gary Wade (Gale Wade); and sister, Cheryl McCallum.

A viewing will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a funeral service beginning at 11:00 a.m. at RiverCross Fellowship, 77 McCullough Drive, Suite 2, Southgate Center, New Castle, Delaware 19720. Burial will follow at Gracelawn Memorial Park.

For those unable to attend the service, RiverCross Fellowship will be live streaming the service. Please visit the links below:

https://www.youtube.com/@rivercrossfellowshipdelaware

https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=rivercross%20fellowship

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to:

Gastrointestinal Research Foundation- giresearchfoundation.org

Rivercross Fellowship- seeyouattheriver.com/give

To offer condolences, please visit:

Gebhartfuneralhomes.com

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