Son of David and Nancy Wade, whose burial locations are unknown.

Robert Wade and his brother, Dr. William Wade, were first married to sisters, Mary Fowler and Elizabeth A. Fowler, respectively. Born in Schuyler County, they were the daughters of George and Sarah Fowler and both died young.~Mr. Wade was born in in Schuyler County, Illinois, not Hancock County as stated in the following obituary.

The Quincy Daily Journal, page 6
Wednesday, November 30, 1904

SUDDEN DEATH AT PLYMOUTH

ROBERT WADE, A PROMINENT STOCK SHIPPER, AND NATIVE OF HANCOCK COUNTY.

Was Widely Known and Highly Thought of--His Demise a Shock to His Friends.

PLYMOUTH, Ill., Nov. 30.--Robert T. Wade, a well known citizen, died at his home here at 4 o'clock Monday morning. He awoke and got up and drank a glass of water, and told his wife he did not feel well, and complained of a difficulty in breathing. His wife got up and lit a lamp and when she went to him, found him dead. He was on the streets during the day before and seemed as well as usual.

Deceased was born near here October 10th [sic], 1838 and resided here or in the immediate vicinity all his life. He had been actively engaged in stock shipping for many years, and perhaps has shipped as much stock to the Eastern markets as any man engaged in the business. He enjoyed an enviable reputation as an upright, honest dealer.

Dr. Wm. Wade, who died here about a year ago, and Jas. S. Wade, a merchant of this village, were his brothers. His hosts of friends will be shocked to hear of his sudden death.

He had been twice married. A widow, and two daughters by his first wife, Mrs. Alfred [sic] Adams, of Texas, and Mrs. Jean [sic] Ellis, of McDonough county, survive him.~Contributed obituary, unknown original source.

Sudden Death.

Early Tuesday morning it was reported upon the treets [sic], that Robt. T. Wade a well known resident of Plymouth had died suddenly at his late home at two o'clock in the morning. When Mr. Wade retired Monday night he seemed to be in his usual good health. About two o'clock he got up to get a drink of water, and remarked to his wife that he was not feeling well. Later, Mrs. Wade noticed him breathing hard and tried to arouse him and failing to do so went to procure a light, but when she returned to his bedside, he was dead. The Coroner [sic] was notified and came in the afternoon when an inquest was held. After the jury had heard the testimony, they brought in a verdict that death was caused by Apoplexy [sic]. The funeral was held at the Christian Church Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Storar, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Plymouth Cemetry.

OBITUARY

Died at his residence in Plymouth, Nov. 29, 1904, Robt. T. Wade, aged 56 years, 1 month and 10 days. He was married to Mary Fowler, Feb. 2nd, 1860, who departed from this life April 15, 1887. Seven children were the fruits of this union of whom all but two daughters have preceded him[.] He was married to Lucy Cameron, on the 30th, [sic] day of Oct[.], 1889. A devoted wife, two daughters, a grand-son [sic] and a wide circle of friends remain to mourn his departure.

CARD OF THANCS [sic]

We desire to express our heartfelt thanks to the kind neighbors and friends who so kindly assisted us in onr [sic] late bereavement of our husband and father.

MRS. R. T. WADE.
MR. and MRS. F. E. ADAMS.
MR. AND MRS. GENE ELLIS.