Passed peacefully away at the Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital, Clarenville, on February 19th, 2026, Wayne D. Slade of Arnold’s Cove, originally Spencer’s Cove, at the age of 81 years.
Predeceased by infant son, parents Captain Nathanial and Effie Slade, parents-in-law Captain Fred and Sarah Eddy,
Left with a lifetime of fond and loving memories, his wife of 57 years, Linda, and children, Blair (Jill) and Mark (Jolene), and grandchildren, Ella, Claire, Paige, and Katie; sisters Ruby (Frank dec) Slade, Sandra (Edgar dec) Warren, Dawna Slade (Wally dec), Sisters-in-law Kay Eddy, Joan (Joe) Cavaco; brothers Max (Vera), Ira (Linda Aubin), and Brother-in-Law Max Eddy (Sherry).
Adopted as an infant, he maintained close ties with his stepsiblings and was grateful for them.
Predeceased by biological mother Mabel Masters, stepfather Jim Masters, and stepbrother Terry Masters (Melina Benson).
Left with fond and loving memories are stepsisters Beverly (James dec) Dougherty, Elaine Swyers, Jane Ann Masters (Frank Green), and Monique (Kevin Wareham), along with stepbrothers Ken (Kay) Masters and James (Clarice) Masters; dearest lifelong friend, Tony Ryan; numerous nephews and nieces, who he held close to his heart, as well as cousins, friends and work colleagues, all cherished relationships from which he drew great meaning and value.
His love of people and life on the water led him to a career as a marine engineer. One that spanned over 60 years, covering all points of the globe, touching many lives along the way. He was a man of faith who believed in a higher power and held an unwavering trust in people. He believed that individuals would choose to do what is right by considering others before themselves, all while maintaining a sense of modesty.
An excerpt from an Ella Wheeler Wilcox poem was often found with an accompanying sketch on a scrap of paper tucked away in a pile or pinned to the cabin wall.
“One ship sails East,
And another West,
By the self-same winds that blow,
‘Tis the set of the sails
And not the gales,
That tells the way we go.”
The family wishes to thank Dr. Douglas Skirving and the staff at Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital Palliative Care Centre for their compassion and comfort during his brief stay.
Cremation to take place with a celebration of life to be held at a later date.
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George( Junior) Connors says
February 20, 2026 at 11:36 amSo sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our sympathy to Wayne’s entire family. We have many fond memories, mostly childhood in Spencers Cove. May he rest in peace.
Garry & Pauline Guy says
February 20, 2026 at 11:39 amOur deepest condolences to you Linda, Blair & Mark on the passing of your dear husband/father, thinking of you & all the family!
Doreen and Ed Loder says
February 20, 2026 at 12:21 pmSorry to hear of Wayne’s passing thinking of you during this difficult time. Hold unto the precious memories ye have I’m sure there are many. Take good care of yourselves because Wayne wouldn’t want it any other way. Rest in peace Wayne
Thomas Ryan says
February 20, 2026 at 12:54 pmSorry to hear of Wayne’s passing.
Condolences to his family.
Worked with Wayne the tugs in Come By Chance and Whiffen Head..
Lori and Paul Hollett says
February 20, 2026 at 1:36 pmSo sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Sending our deepest condolences to you all.
Dennis Fitzgerald says
February 20, 2026 at 6:31 pmLinda and family so sorry for your loss Wayne was a Gentleman and a great shipmate. Fair winds and following seas old friend, rest easy.
Len Newman says
February 20, 2026 at 8:00 pmSorry to hear of Waynes passing condolences to all his family, i worked with him on the tugs in Whiffen Head.
he was the same at four in the afternoon as he was at four in the morning a pleasure to work with.
Rest in Peace Wayne.
Sherry Giles says
February 20, 2026 at 8:02 pmSorry to hear of Wayne’s passing, sending my deepest condolences.
Stella/Don Combden says
February 20, 2026 at 10:14 pmLinda & Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. Our sincere condolences to you and all your family.
Stella & Don Combden
Nellie Lewis says
February 21, 2026 at 12:31 amLinda and family. I am so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Walter Butler says
February 21, 2026 at 9:17 amLinda and family, Sincere condolences on the passing on your dear husband. I have fond memories of him visiting the office in past years and remember you both from back then. May he rest in peace.
Robert Watts says
February 21, 2026 at 12:54 pmSail on, sail on young man, it will be a fine journey for sure. Smooth sailing
Phil And Ada Hollett says
February 21, 2026 at 2:16 pmSorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our condolences to the family
Glenn & Gladys Berkshire says
February 22, 2026 at 4:12 pmSincerest Condolences to Linda, Mark, Blair and all the family. Wayne was an amazing Gentleman who will forever be fondly remembered in the Hearts and Minds of all who had the pleasure of knowing him!
Leeland Marshall says
February 22, 2026 at 6:39 pmVery saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing worked with Wayne on the tugs at oil refinery he was a great man to work with a pleasure and always smiling and happy .One of the best engineers I’ve ever sailed with deepest condolences to all family and Linda 😞
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