Donald Wade Algeo

Donald Algeo ObituaryVisit the Bauknecht-Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory - Powhatan Point Chapel website to view the full obituary."Death Leaves a Heartache No One Can Heal, Love Leaves a Memory No One Can Steal"Donald "Wade" Algeo, 69, of Powhatan Point, Ohio, passed away at home on March 4, 2026. He was born June 8, 1956, and was preceded in death by his parents Patricia (Massie) Algeo and Donald "Duck" Algeo of Powhatan. A graduate of River High School, class of 1974, Wade was a lifelong coal miner and a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. He was a man with a kind heart and was loved by many.A proud retired coal miner from Powhatan and a natural "Mr. Fix-It," Wade's daughters affectionately called him "The Legend." He enjoyed Sunday sports and was an avid Steelers fan, loved live music, and had a great sense of humor. He especially enjoyed slow days on the porch swing with Kelly, watching their bluebirds, and a good game of chess with Levi. Wade had a strong faith in God and lived his life with quiet strength and dedication.He is survived by his wife, Kelly, of 45 years; three daughters, Tara (Trent) Potts of Columbus, OH, Courtney (Christopher) Doerr of Emerald Hills, CA, and Witney Algeo of Wheeling, WV; and three grandsons, Hudson and Harrison Potts and Levi Algeo; a sister Debbie Algeo (Jamie) Littleton of Lowell, OH and a brother Jim (Sabrina) Algeo of Lebanon, TN.Wade was very proud of his family, his grandsons and was blessed with wonderful sons-in-law.Per Wade's wishes, he will be lovingly remembered by his immediate family at a small, private gathering. Those wishing to honor Wade's memory may make a contribution to the family by going to TMC Funding.Read The Full ObituaryTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.