Richard Wade, 61, of Plainview, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Nov. 24, 2009. Husband of Virginia. Father of Christine Avery, Michelle Diaz, Kelly Torres and Kevin Wade. Brother of Elizabeth Dunican, Francis and Louis. Grandfather of five. Arrangements were made by Arthur F. White Funeral Home. Funeral Mass was held Nov. 28 at Maria Regina RC Church. Cremation was private.