Kenneth Poe Funeral Services

Funeral Director

Josh Wade joined the Ken Poe team in March of 2025. Before entering funeral service full-time, Josh spent 17 years as a music pastor in Raleigh, where he developed a deep commitment to supporting individuals through life’s most meaningful moments.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Liberty University and an associate degree in Funeral Service from Fayetteville Technical Community College. Joshua brings a unique blend of pastoral experience and professional training to his work, helping families navigate loss with empathy, respect, and personalized support.

Outside of his professional calling, Joshua is a devoted husband to his beautiful wife Anne and proud father to two grown sons, Autry Jackson and Joshua Dennis. He and his wife attend First Baptist Church Indian Trail and find great joy in singing in the choir. Josh enjoys music, cooking, playing cards, and savoring a good bowl of ice cream.