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A Metropolitan Funeral Service Obituary for:
Juanita Ellen Dade
November 24, 1948 - December 9, 2024

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The following obituary was written by Juanita’s family.

Juanita was born to Leon Townsend.

Juanita was educated in the Philadelphia public schools, Bertram High School is where she earned her diploma.

Juanita was a devoted and loving wife to her late husband (James Robert Dade), she was
a dedicated and nurturing mother to her only daughter (Monique). Always encouraging her daughter to be strong, standing tall, believe in yourself,be positive, think positive of others and always keep the faith and exercise your gifts that God gives you.

Juanita worked over 20 years at the Heraeus Electro-Nite-Technology For Measurement in Molten Metals. A company that makes steel, iron and metals for companies.
Juanita developed many loving friendships with co-workers along the way that she cherished.

Juanita enjoyed traveling and cultivating relationships. She loved attending church—in recent years she was a member of Grace Baptist church of Germantown; she enjoyed the noon-day prayer services and the Sunday morning worship service made her happy! Juanita spent many years prior to Grace Baptist attending church at B.M. Oakley Memorial Temple under the leadership of the late Pastor Irene Oakley located in North Philadelphia where she served on the Fellowship Choir and serving on several other auxiliaries throughout the church. Juanita’s gift was serving others and supporting the church and the churches Mission of spreading Gods word and being loving, helpful and encouraging others.

Any who who new Juanita new she was fun, she was loving and kind and helpful with anything she had. She was always open to listening to a friend or family that needed consoling. Always enjoying a good laugh. She was an inspiration to many, and being a strong person of support to anyone who needed it.

Juanita will be missed among many; she leaves to morn her daughter - Monique Pettway, Son-in-law Darryl Pettway (husband to daughter) grand-daughter,Jade Monique Pettway, grand-son, Darryl Shane Pettway, jr), great-grandson Adream Cross-Pettway, and great-grandson Corey Brown-Pettway-daughter, God-daughter, Shana Tamara Bullock and many more nieces and nephews and family and friends that are all dear to Juanita.

Those who knew truly knew Ms. Dade always enjoyed seeking out her wisdom on life and godly living.

Ms. Dade was called home to be with the lord on the afternoon of Monday, December 9, 2024, after being ill. Ms. Dade lived saved, sanctified, holy and caring life. She a love for life, and other and a love for the Lord that she showed in her daily living. Ms. Dade is loved dearly. She will be truly missed, but will never be forgotten. She is now in her new home, resting in the arms of the Lord.

The family wishes to thank everyone who joined the journey of taking care of Juanita who was ill for a long time. The family appreciates your support during this difficult time and respecting their privacy as they put Juanita to rest administered by Metropolitan Funeral Home.

My Wonderful MomMom

We had a wonderful mommom
One who never really grew old
Her laughter was full of life and comfort 
And her heart was loving.
Her eyes were bright as stars and heart was full of love
We had a wonderful mommom
And that’s the way it will always be
But take heed, because she”s still keeping an eye on all of us
So let’s make sure she will like what she’s sees
Mommom fed us well, made us strong
She taught us right from wrong 
She made us feel like we belong
Mommom always had that special touch
We will always love you so much
You always knew how we felt
And she knew the right words to say
So that we could feel secure in every way
So we pray will see you again one day
We are left behind, not to be without but to look forward to the day we see you smile again 

Poem from Juanita dade to friends and family

            Weep not for me

Weep not for me for I have gone 
Into the gentle night
Grieve if you will, but not for long 
Upon my soul’s sweet flight
I am at peace, my soul’s at rest
There is no need for tears, please wipe those tears away
For with your love , I was so blessed to share space and time with you for many years
There is no pain. I suffer no more
The fear is all gone
Put these thoughts out of your mind
I am in a peaceful place 
In your memory I live on
Remember not my fight for breath
Remember not the strife
Please do not dwell on my death 
But instead celebrate my Lifeߤ

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Thank you to anyone for your care and support throughout the journey of me and my family caring for my mother. For over two decades we had the honor of caring for my Mother, one of God͢s previous gifts. We could not have made it to the finish-line without you.

We are forever grateful to you for your love and support.

Warmest Regards,

The Family

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