Mr. Wade Hampton Smith Daniels
Wade Hampton Smith Daniels, was born to Joe and Lucretia Daniels on November 22, 1937 in Denmark, SC and departed this life on February 24, 2022 in Columbia, SC.
Affectionately known as WAHADA and Uncle Hamp, he was married to Mary Ellen Sanders Daniels for 57 loving years. To this union three children were born.
Wade attended public schools in Columbia, SC and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. Wade entered Benedict College and was awarded a B.S. degree in Mathematics. After graduating from college, he enlisted in the United States Army, traveled extensively, and was honorably discharged. After returning home, Wade taught math in Bamberg County, SC and at Webber High School in Eastover. While at Bamberg School, Wade served as a basketball coach and won several state championships. However, his love for the outdoors and interaction with people, led him to a career at the United States Post Office where he served as letter carrier for thirty seven years.
A lifelong member of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Wade served as a Sunday school teacher. He was also involved in the community where he was a member of National Association of the Advanced Colored People (NAACP), a 33 degree Mason of Prince Hall, the Shriners Temple, Post #4262 of Veterans of Foreign War (VFW) and the Benedict College Alumni Association.
As an entrepreneur and business owner, Wade owned and operated the WAHADA Bar and Lounge in Columbia, SC. An avid sports fan, Wade enjoyed cheering on the Miami Dolphins and his beloved Benedict Tigers.
Wade leaves to cherish his memory: his loving wife; his children Wade (Monica) Daniels Muhammad of Atlanta, GA and Lenita (Dr. Thomas) Davis of Madison, AL; his youngest son, James Daniels, preceded him in death.; He also leaves two sisters, Agnes Daniels of Columbia, SC and Burnell Daniels of Atlanta, GA; two brothes-in-law, Councilman Jake Bookard, Sr. of Denmark, SC and Renouard (Mary Ann) Sanders of Hope Mills, NC; 10 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews and other family and friends.
Sorry to learn of the transitioning of Mr. Daniels. May he rest in peace.
DEEPEST CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR MR. WADES’ FAMILY AND FRIENDS FOR GOD’S CONTINUOUS LOVE AND COMFORT UPON ALL OF US IN JESUS CHRIST NAME AMEN 🙏 A TRUE COMRADE AND FRIEND TO ME AND MY FAMILY. REST IN HEAVEN FELLOW COMRADE, AMEN 🙏 HOOHAH!!!
To a great math champion, RIP Mr. Daniels a Webber student.
My condolences to the family and friends he will truly be missed. From: Aaron and Sharon Hayes.
O behaalf of the Swygert Family we send our deepest condolences to the Daniel Family, i have knowing Mr. Daniel for aver 30 yrs. Mr. Wade was a good guy to meet from the valley park area. i worked with Mr. Daniels at USP Offices for about ten years, he allways call me young blood. Rest in Peace. Andrew & Marilyn Swygert
May the peace of the Lord be with the Daniel’s family.
We grew up in the same neighborhood. Wade was a friend of my older brothers. He was respectful and respected. He will be missed.
Mary, my deepest sympathy to you and the family.
To my Uncle Hamp, you will always be loved and missed, your neice Wendy.
My deepest, sincerest condolences to Aunt Mary and the family.
Thinking of you and family as you navigate through this difficult time. We share your sorrow and will miss Wade dearly.
Torrence & Barbara Davis
To : Mary, Lenita & Wade:
As time moves forward and changes comes, that see the transition of loved ones, we are thankful for their lives & the services they rendered during their period on earth
Those of us who knew Wade in the Waverly community, knew him as our Postal deliverer for many years.
We also remember the opening of Wahada on Millwood Ave. during its existence until it relocated.
Wade was always dependable & friendly as he delivered his bag of mail daily and just an all around good guy.
His legacy will live on in his children, Lenita, who was among my favorites at CAJ as well as her late brother, James, & certainly the eldest, son, Wade who I didn’t meet.
As you are surrounded by family & friends during this period, I’m certain that the memories of a life well lived, will be shared & retold for years to come.
Thinking of all of you at a time such as this. Be blessed in your doings!
Prayers and condolences for Lenita Daniels Davis, daughter and her family. A life and legacy well-lived.
“HAMP” AS WE ALL GREW UP WITH HIM. MY lifelong pal was a very real regular person. Would share without doubt. He was a big brother to me and my siblings.(he favored my sister Katie always) A hard working very educated man.REST Hamp for you have worked to earn eternal rest. Donnie
My prayer are with the Wade family He will be missed
Rest In Peace Wade, enjoy working with you cleaning your rental house.
Sincere condolences are extended to the family of Wade. I have fond memories of Wade as a Postman and entrepreneur from our old neighborhood ( Waverly).
RIP my friend.
May the Lord continue to Bless the family our prayers are with you. I’ll never forget those times in Atlantic City
Rest in Peace, Brother.
May, you Rest In Heavenly Peace
Rest In Peace Noble Daniels from
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Illustrious Potentate Willie Mickle
Rest in peace Wade! former coworker USPS
Lillywood Dillard