Wade Privratsky
July 2, 1960 ~ July 6, 2025
Born in:
Williston, North Dakota
Resided in:
Fargo, North Dakota
Wade Klee Privratsky, age 65, passed away unexpectedly at Fargo Elim Care Center on July 6, 2025. He was born on July 2, 1960, to Charles and Ellen (Klee) Privratsky in Williston, ND. Growing up, Wade excelled at sports, setting many records in football and baseball. After graduating high school in Williston, he was invited to a baseball training camp in California, then later began studies in Dickinson, ND.
In 1987, Wade met Shaunna Hunt, a college girl who loved libraries and interior design. They went to several Twins baseball games, and she even tricked him into riding The Zipper…once!
Wade and Shaunna were married June 1, 1991, and moved to Fargo, ND. He was a Warehouse Manager at Builder’s Square, Fleet Farm and several other businesses. They welcomed a daughter in 1993 and a son in 1996.
On June 23, 2003, Wade suffered an anoxic brain injury and was permanently disabled. Shaunna became his full-time caregiver and was able to care for him at home for 20 years. They raised two beautiful children, Erica and Alex.
Wade enjoyed going to the Lake, spending time with family and friends and the kitties at home. A favorite activity of his was watching the Twins and the Vikings play…and win every once in a while.
Wade is survived by his wife of 34 years, Shaunna Privratsky, his daughter Erica Privratsky (Brennen Klover) of New Hope, MN, his son Alex (Hannah) Privratsky of Fargo, ND and his brother Wynn (Lori) Privratsky of Williston, ND. Wade was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
Wade could lift anyone’s spirits with his smile and positive attitude. He was an amazing husband and a wonderful father. He will be dearly missed more than words can say.
Services
Visitation - Friday: July 11, 2025 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Funeral Service - Friday: July 11, 2025 10:00 am
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
To Shaunna Erica, Alex and our Hannah,
What a beautiful tribute to your sweet husband and father. Not getting to see him often, I enjoyed him and his company various times we were together. Wade was very fond of our daughter Hannah who would soon be his daughter in-law, and she was very fond of her father in-law. He had tremendous spirit and lived his life with no expectations, was genuinely kind gracious and happy! I won’t forget the feelings I had when I first met him several years ago. We are very sorry for your family’s loss and we will miss him along with you. Love to you all.
Shaunna, Erica, Alex/Hannah. Please know of our deep sorrow for your loss of this gentle man who fought the good fight, and to his caring family. “May the Angels Welcome Him to Paradise” he so well deserving of. Our Deepest Sympathy.
So sorry to hear of Wade’s passing. We were WHS classmates.
Sorry to hear of Wade passing .. Steve & I were classmates of his & have many great memories from our high school years! Cherish his memories may they always bring smile to your faces & joy to your hearts . Sending prayers for peace, comfort & strength in the days ahead! Rest in peace Wade!
Steve & Tamy Monson class of 78
So sorry to hear the passing of a classmate. Great athlete with lots of friends. RIP Wade.
Our deepest condolences. Helen and I were high school classmates with Wade. I met him through baseball in grade school and played baseball and football through high school. A lot of laughs and fun over the years hunting, fishing, and just hanging out with “the guys”. Rest easy Wade.
Hearts and prayers go out to you Shaunna, also to Erica and Alex. Concentrate on all the good times you had together as a family. And always remember that the Lord will see you through this rough time. So happy to hear that the service is a celebration of life, because that is what the emphasis should be. Love you all, and God Bless! Cameron and Wayne Hunt
Shaunna, Alex, Hannah. Erica , I’m so very sorry for your loss, words come hard today. Rest in peace my brother you will be missed every minute of every day
So very sorry for the families loss. I knew Wade way back in middle school but loosing another class mate is sad.
Wade was a lot of fun and I remember his great athleticism in high school. Rest in peace and my condolences to his family.
Shaunna, Alex, Erica and Hannah. May God Bless you with Peace at this difficult time.
To Wade’s Family, Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all at this difficult time. Sincerely Dave & Janice Arnson -Williston ND
Thank you all for your kind words and support! It means so much to me and my family to see how many people knew and loved Wade.