Wade Funeral Home and Crematory

11/05/2025

Christiana Ngozi Adenaike

In Loving Memory of Christiana Ngozi Adenaike: April 6, 1954 – October 22, 2025

Our hearts are heavy, but our memories are full as we celebrate the beautiful life of our beloved Christiana Ngozi Adenaike — a devoted wife, mother, aunt, sister, nurse, and true woman of God who touched every life she encountered with love, compassion, and faith.

Born on April 6, 1954, Christiana lived a life dedicated to serving others. She began her journey as a home health aide and later became a nurse, a calling she faithfully fulfilled for more than 30 years. Caring for people wasn’t just what she did — it was who she was. She gave of herself freely, treating every patient with kindness and dignity. Often, she would care for those who couldn’t afford it simply because her heart wouldn’t allow her to turn anyone away. Her hands were healing, but her heart was the true source of her care.

In 1974, Christiana married the love of her life, Johnson Adenaike, and together they shared 50 wonderful years of marriage. Johnson always said he knew she was the one from the moment he saw her — even though she laughed and told him he was crazy! Their love was built on faith, humor, and deep respect, standing strong through every season of their lives.

Christiana was a woman of unshakable faith. She loved God deeply and lived her life according to His word. She was funny, outspoken, and honest — she told it like it was, but always with love and wisdom. Her laughter was contagious, and her presence could light up any room. She loved to attend parties, share jokes, and enjoy life to the fullest.

When Christiana first came to the United States, she and Johnson devoted themselves to working hard and exploring the world together. She loved traveling, learning about new cultures, and embracing every adventure.

She found joy in life’s simple pleasures — tending to her garden, where she grew everything from okra to tomatoes, or cooking her famous okra soup and turkey necks that everyone adored. Her daughter especially loved her egusi soup and hen stew, recipes passed down from mother to daughter through hours of laughter and cooking side by side. Christiana also enjoyed music, movies, and being outdoors, but above all, she cherished her family.

Her daughter Monique was the center of her world. The two shared an incredible bond — from movie nights and laughter-filled conversations to watching their favorite show Sista's, they were truly best friends. Christiana also shared a very special relationship with her niece, Marcelina, who was like another daughter to her. Marcelina came into her life ten years before Monique, and Christiana loved and cared for her as her own. Inspired by her aunt’s compassion and dedication, Marcelina followed in her footsteps and became a nurse — a true reflection of the legacy Christiana leaves behind.

Christiana’s love was limitless. She poured it into her family, her friends, her patients, and everyone who crossed her path. Her strength, faith, and humor carried those around her through life’s challenges, and her memory will continue to do the same.

She leaves behind her devoted husband of over 50 years, Johnson Adenaike; her cherished daughter Monique; her beloved niece Marcelina; and a host of extended family and friends who will miss her dearly.

Christiana is also survived by her loving siblings'. Donatus Iriele, Roselyn Iriele Iwuh, Ferdinand Iriele, Kate Iriele, Sylvia Iriele, Phylicia Iriele, Bart Iriele, Stanley Iriele, and many more brothers and sisters who will continue to honor her memory with love.

Though she is no longer with us in body, her spirit lives on — in every life she touched, every seed she planted, and every heart she helped heal.

Rest peacefully, our beautiful Christiana. Your love and light will forever guide us.

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11/05/2025

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Martha Jo Stiebing

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Sherilyn Sims Conn

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11/05/2025

Steven Gerard Gattorna

Steven Gattorna entered into God’s eternal kingdom on November 3, 2025, at the age of 63. He was born on June 1, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois, to Larry and Annette Gattorna. In second grade, Steve moved with his family to Niles, Illinois, where he met a close group of friends who would remain a cherished part of his life for decades to come.

As a child and young man, Steve found joy in playing baseball, listening to music, and performing on the electric guitar with his band, Contender. His passion for music endured throughout his life and became an expression of his faith when he began playing guitar in worship at his church, an outpouring of his deep love for the Lord.

In 1984, Steve met the love of his life, Pam. They were married on October 21, 1989, and together they built a beautiful life centered around faith, love, and family. Steve was a devoted husband and father who found great joy in supporting his children’s interests and cheering them on at countless games and events.

He cherished life’s simple pleasures: a good cup of coffee, cooking for his family, fishing, camping, and family board game nights. Proud of his Italian heritage, Steve delighted in decorating for the holidays, filling his home with warmth, laughter, and a spirit of celebration. A lifelong fan of baseball and football, he especially enjoyed sharing those passions with his family.

Steve will be remembered for his compassion, kindness, and quick sense of humor. He lived his faith daily and served as a shining example of Christ’s love to all who knew him.

Steve is survived by his beloved wife, Pam Gattorna; his daughter, Olivia Wallroff, and son-in-law Corey Wallroff, and their three children, Milo, and twin girls Alice and Edith; his son, Daniel Gattorna, and daughter-in-law Margo; his son, Samuel Gattorna; and his brother, John Gattorna, and sister-in-law Lori. He was preceded in death by his parents, Larry and Annette Gattorna.

Steve’s legacy of love, laughter, and faith will continue to live on in the hearts of his family and friends forever.

“Enter his gates with thanksgiving; go into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation.” Psalm 100:4–5

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Calvary Bible Church using the link below.

Calvary Bible Church

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11/04/2025

Dennis Allen Butson

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BJ Richmond III

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11/03/2025

Garnet Eugene Prater

Garnet Eugene “Gene” Prater, 89, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 31, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Hominy, Oklahoma, on September 30, 1936, Gene was the son of the late Garnet and Lucy Prater. He was preceded in death by his two sisters, Vanita McElhanon and JoAnn Weaver. In 1952, the family moved to Arlington, where Gene attended the “old” Arlington High School, graduating in 1954. Shortly thereafter, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy Reserves, proudly serving for eight years.

At the age of 21, Gene became the owner and operator of Prater’s Texaco Service Station, which he successfully ran for six years while attending Arlington State College. He initially pursued a degree in Dentistry before beginning a long and successful career with Bell Helicopter in 1962. His dedication and strong work ethic spanned nearly three decades with the company.

In retirement, Gene and his beloved wife, Frankie “Shug,” of nearly 68 years, enjoyed many wonderful adventures traveling in their motorhome and spending cherished time with family. Gene’s greatest joy was being surrounded by his loved ones: his three children—Rodney, Paige, and Frank—and their spouses, Kourtney, John, and Megann; his seven grandsons, A.J., Cameron, Zack, Kelley, Lunden, Kyce, and Nathan; his granddaughter, Avery; and his granddaughter-in-law, Rita.

Gene’s legacy of storytelling, love, hard work, and integrity will live on in all who were blessed to know him.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to AlevCare Hospice for their compassionate care.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity in Gene’s memory.

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11/03/2025

Christian Thomas Richardson

Christian Thomas Richardson was born on April 6th, 2000, in Bedford, Texas and passed from this world at age 25 on October 26th, 2025, in Euless, Texas.

Christian grew up surrounded by his large loving family. He was the devoted son of Matt and Michelle Richardson and a cherished brother to Jaden, Ireland, Liam, Piper, Kyla, River, Scarlett and Atlas.

Christian’s life was marked by ambition for his education, scouting, his career in the tech industry, and adventures with his family.

He loved camping which he was first exposed to through the Boy Scouts.

Christian earned his Eagle Scout making activity sensory boards for special needs students.

Christian graduated from Trinity High School in Euless, Texas in the top 5 percent of his class. He later attended Tarrant County College graduating with an associate’s degree.

He loved the Nintendo DS and Switch playing Stardew Valley, Animal Crossing and Super Smash Bros with his siblings. He also loved Minecraft, which fostered his love of computers, specifically Linux and scripting. He would sit for hours demonstrating his latest scripts to any of his siblings or parents.

During college, Christian worked for QuikTrip. Later Christian worked for Target, Infosys and finally as a data administrator for CVS Pharmacy.

Christian touched and impacted everyone he encountered with his outgoing personality, larger than life smile and infectious laugh.

He valued people most in his life, loved his family, games, and independence.

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Steven Reddell

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11/03/2025

Jayce Ryan Moore-Lee

Our precious baby, born on October 4, 2024, in Arlington, Texas, Jayce Ryan brought joy and love into the world. On October 22, 2025, our little fighter passed away, gaining his angel wings and leaving behind a legacy of happiness and affection in his short but impactful life.

Jayce had the cutest chubby cheeks, he was a sweet, happy, and loving baby who always had a smile on his face. He loved to snuggle, be close to and look at his mommy Derrionna, who was truly his whole world. Jayce also loved being talked to and sung to, enjoyed sucking on his tongue, and was fascinated by his reflection in the mirror. Handsome and full of sass, yet incredibly sweet, Jayce had a personality that charmed everyone he met. He was, in every sense, an amazing baby.

Jayce is deeply missed by his mother, Derrionna; his father, Dijon; his sister, Raeleigh, age four; his brother, Leighton, age three; his beloved grandmother, Nuna and family. His hobbies included tummy time, looking in the mirror, and engaging with anyone and everyone around him. The funeral service will be held on November 5th at 10am at Wade Family Funeral Home.

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