Wade Bynum "Little Randy" Randolph III

1957 - 2019

Wade Bynum "Little Randy" Randolph III obituary, 1957-2019, Baton Rouge, LA

BORN

1957

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Rabenhorst Funeral Home & Crematory - Downtown

825 Government Street

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Wade Randolph Obituary

Wade Bynum Randolph III, "Little Randy," a loving husband, father, and entrepreneur, passed away February 8, 2019 in Baton Rouge at age 61. Wade was born September 1, 1957 in Baton Rouge and graduated from Lee High School in 1975. He studied at Louisiana State University where he was a member of Lambda Chi fraternity and founded Riverside Limousine Service in December 1977. On November 8, 1996, he married Tracey Marie Eskola. They raised one son, Andrew Bynum Randolph, and two daughters, Audrey Marie Randolph and Ava Elizabeth Randolph. Wade was known for his constant atmosphere of positivity. Each room he stepped in created a mood of nothing other than infectious joy and laughter. He was a devout Christian, a member of First United Methodist Church, and was a perpetual donor to many area charities. Wade had numerous hobbies: music, boating, fishing, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. He loved his work as a business owner, and was actively involved with the transportation industry community. He was well known for his ability to forge lasting friendships and business relationships with others. He was also the Southern A.A.U. Olympic Weightlifting champion in 1973 and 1974. Wade was preceded in death by his father, Wade Bynum Randolph Jr., and step-father Maxwell Gerald Robinson Jr. He is survived by his wife Tracey, three children Andrew, Audrey, and Ava, mother Bobbie Sue Robinson, brothers John Michael Randolph and wife Tina, Mark Hampton Randolph and wife Rachel, a plethora of aunts, uncles, and cousins, as well as many many lifelong friends. Visitation will be at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government Street, Tuesday, February 12, 2019 beginning at 11 am until religious services at 1 pm in the funeral home chapel conducted by Reverend Brady Whitton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Pennington Cancer Center, 8595 Picardy Avenue Box 410, Baton Rouge, 70809.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 10 to Feb. 12, 2019.
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Mrs Bobbie Sue and family...I am so sorry for your loss. Know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. With the loss of my mom (Bobbie) and Uncle Everette I have learned that God will see us through. God Be With You All.

Pamela Angelloz Haynie

February 12, 2019

So sorry Bobbie Sue. Prayers are with you.

Ned Archer

February 12, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Belinda Doyle (ULS Family)

February 12, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Randolph family. Wade was the TRUE OG! A real gentleman. We knew him through the Limo family as well as Wade was one of our clients. Thoughts remain with the family during this sorrow time in your lives. Create-A-Card, Inc - New York

Arthur Messina

February 12, 2019

My deepest sympathies to the family. I always enjoyed collaborating with Wade on his advertising and he felt more like a friend than business associate. We always laughed as we worked. I am sad to hear of his passing and will miss him.

Cheryl Prats

February 12, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with this family. I am so sorry.

Suzanne Whitley

February 12, 2019

Stacie Oliver

February 12, 2019

May God bring comfort and peace to the family. I am a first cousin to "Little Randy" mother. Remember visiting with him and his family when he was a little boy.

Thelma Hughes

February 11, 2019

Wade was a great guy, a fantastic business man, and someone whom I'm glad that I got the opportunity to know. Rest easy my friend.

Jason smith

February 11, 2019

Tracey, my deepest condolences to you and your sweet family. I am so sorry. Stacey Moore

February 11, 2019

Kate Ihus

February 11, 2019

I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of a wonderful childhood friend. Our families were very close and we had many wonderful memories. Though I didn't see him often in adulthood I knew he grew up to be a wonderful husband and father and stayed very close to many of our high school friends. I know he's happy not to be suffering anymore and to be with Jesus and his father that he loved so much! Praying for all of the family especially Bobbie Sue because I know how very precious her children are to her! May God wrap His arms around you all and heal your hearts!

Debbie Roth

February 11, 2019

Sincere condolences to the family. RIP, Wade - you are one of the truly good guys. Bless you.

Paul LeBlanc

February 11, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with Wade's family. He was a great guy and will be missed.

Bob Williamson

February 11, 2019

Tracie, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Mary and Louis McGinnis

February 11, 2019

Many thoughts and prayers have and are going out to your family. I know you will miss Mr. Wade dearly.

Shelly McDonald

February 11, 2019

My heart and prayers are with Mr Wade's family, his Riverside family, and all who knew him. I am deeply saddened. I have never had an employer that made me feel as welcomed and appreciated as much as he and his family has. May we all keep him in our hearts and his family in our prayers.

Lydora Shuff

February 11, 2019

My prayers are there for all Wade's family and friends. He will be missed,

Ernie Cassimus

February 10, 2019

So sorry to hear of Wades' passing. We ran together as children when my family lived on Ferndale Ave. He was always driven in his endeavors. He will be missed by many.

February 10, 2019

Loved my Pal Wade, many good times. Great friend and family man.

Johnny Palazzotto

February 10, 2019

My thoughts are with his wonderful family. I will always remember Wade for his love of family and solid ethics.

Robert McBride

February 10, 2019

So very sorry to hear of "Randy's" passing. He was a positive part of a solid group of friends and every memory that I hold of him always puts cheer in my heart. Yours in ZAX Randy,
Robert Moffatt

Robert Moffatt

February 10, 2019

Tracey, I'm so sorry to hear that Wade has passed away. He was a fine man with a wonderful spirit.
We had a very close class in high school where he was loved by everyone. He will be missed by so many.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family.
Much love, Ruthie

Ruthie Allan

February 10, 2019

Robert McAllister

February 10, 2019

Audrey, my heart aches for you and your family. I am sorry about the death of your father. May you draw comfort from knowing you had a wonderful father. I will be praying for you and your family.

Janis Kile Roux

February 10, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.

Don and Karen Nelson

February 10, 2019

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