Wade Flack (WTF)

Wade Flack, 52 years young, of Rock City IL unexpectedly passed away on November 25 ^th , 2022.  He was born on May 13 ^th , 1970 in Woonsocket, RI, the son of Donald Flack and Terri (King) Murrell.

Wade's words as a young man 'I'm going to marry you one day', came to life on November 7 ^th , 1998 as he took the hand of Denise Fox into the promise of marriage until death do them part, 24 years later. Wade had an unwavering love for his wife and dedicated himself to his pride and joy – Big O and Tweety.

He was a former member of the Rock City Fire Department; former coach of Dakota Youth Football, D&D baseball and softball, and coordinator of the Rock City Tap dart league.  Wade thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors that included camping, morel hunting, meat fest, and maintaining his beloved yard.  Through the cooler months it was Monday night dart league and card nights with friends.  He was a staple in the community and a 'yes man' to anyone needing a helping hand.  He prided himself in that his family were his friends and his friends and neighbors were his family.

All knew Wade as an honorable hardworking man of strong character who had a love for music (except rap), was outgoing and sociable with a vibrant and humorous personality.  But Wade was best known for his giant hugs, I love you's and this loud contagious laugh that would light up the room.

Wade is survived by his wife Denise, son Wade (Orion) of Rockford IL, daughter Chloe of Rock City IL, and bonus daughter Tonya Orshall of Lake Mills WI; mother Terri (John) Murrell of Lena IL; brother Jason (Jake) Flack of Rock City IL; sisters Jessica (Darin) Peight of Lena IL and Jenni Hepler of Nashville TN; mother and father in-law Paul & Shirley Fox. It goes without saying that Wade's brotherhood extends to Shane (Stacey) Flack of Freeport IL and Doug Ireton of Rock City IL; many sisters and brothers-in-laws, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.  He will be greatly missed by 'not his dog' Luka; cats Jozie, Dash and the infamous Steve.

He was preceded in death by his father Donald Flack; grandparents Helen and Robert Flack, Gene and Trudy King; Uncle Roger Flack; Cousin Jana Olsen and beloved animals Rusty, Newman, Cooper, Belle, Lucky, George, and Oliver.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, December 4 ^th , 2022 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Daughenbaugh Funeral Home in Dakota, IL.    Cremation rites have been accorded.. A gathering will immediately follow until 7:00 p.m. at the Rock City Tap to raise our glasses in honor of Wade. A celebration of life will be held in the spring.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Rock City Fire Department.

The family was assisted by Daughenbaugh funeral home and condolences may be shared at www.walkermortuary.com