Christal Wade

Christal Wade was born on May 18, 1981, in New Orleans, Louisiana. After fighting colon cancer for 11 months with courage and admirable positivity, she passed away on April 4, 2026, in Garland, Texas.  

Christal graduated from Oliver Perry Walker High School in 1999. She went on to attend Delgado College and the University of Phoenix. She enjoyed a career as an auto claims adjuster. 

Among many hobbies, Christal was a lover of animé and an avid reader. She most enjoyed spending time with family and friends.  

She will be fondly remembered for her hilarious, independent, quirky, and assertive nature. Her loving spirit will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Those left to cherish lasting memories include daughters, Jael Wade and Niah Wade-Garden; a host of relatives, including Cassandra Johnson, Hannibal Johnson, Dontrell Wade, Indya Norryce, Austin Norryce, Kylah Wade, Sophia White, Ronald Pierre, Quinton Wade, Charlene Palmer, William Palmer, Jr., Michael Palmer, Rachael Pegram, Phyllis Cole; and a host of dear friends.  

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