Vernon Ralph Wade 1944 ~ 2016Vernon Ralph Wade was born on February 28, 1944 in El Paso, Texas. He died in a tragic automobile accident on October 20, 2016. He is preceded in death by his beloved mother, Vivian Louise Crosby Spencer.Vernon served in USMC, USAR, and retired from the Air Force. Life member of the V.F.W. D.A.V., Marine Corp. League, and American Legion.He is survived by his daughter, Libby Wade; sons: Curtis Zemljak (Melissa), Jason Wade, and Ryan Wade. He is also survived by his 6-year-old granddaughter, Zoe. Also survived by his sister, Janet L. (Jim) Sumner; brothers: Roy Richard Franklin (Helene), Finis Elwin Franklin (Barbara), and Gordon Eugene Spencer (Susan).A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 28, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. at the Utah Veterans Memorial Park, 17111 South Camp Williams Road, Bluffdale, Utah. A celebration of his life will be held at V.F.W. Post 3586, 2920 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah following the service. Share online condolences at www.jenkins-soffe.com