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Ralph Wallace Obituary

Ralph Ray Wallace III Services for Former State Representative Ralph Ray Wallace III will be held at the chapel of the state cemetery Thursday, February 7th with a viewing beginning at 1:00 p.m. followed by services at 2:00 p.m. followed by burial in the state cemetery. Representative Wallace was born in Houston, July 27, 1949 and passed away February 1, 2008. As a youngster in Houston he founded the Texas Teen Democratic Party. Ralph was a graduate of Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas and was a member of the Sons of the Republic of Texas and a Knight of the Order of San Jacinto. Ralph was the long serving chairman of the house democratic caucus, chairman of the Harris county delegation and represented south east Houston for several legislative terms. Ralph spent the majority of his life working to the benefit of the citizens of Texas. He is survived by his mother, Kathleen Williams; sister, Kathy Hunt and husband Doc of Livingston, TX; nephew, Byron Dunaway of Clear Lake, TX; brother, Franklin Wallace and wife Beverly; nephews, Miles and Beau Wallace of Salado, TX; daughter, Jacquelyn Thomas and husband Michael of Dallas, TX; and son, Ralph Ray Wallace IV of Austin, TX. If you are unable to attend, but would like to express condolences or an interesting antidote concerning Ralph with his family, you can do so by emailing [email protected]

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Feb. 5, 2008.

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Jack Waldbewohner

February 6, 2008

I first met Ralph in the winter of 1964 at his grandmother's house. Then in 1966 I transferred to Ross Sterling High School. I was glad to renew my friendship with Ralph. I was active in the Teen Democrats with him. He became a part of my life for 44 years.His family even gave me a place to live when I was kicked out of my house by my mother. He was the best man at my wedding on February 14,1968.I always believed that Ralph would become "the Bill Clinton" of the Democratic Party. He was a good- looking man with incredible charisma. He would have been a great president of the United States. Thank God he was able to die near his beloved family. Ralph you left us much too soon. You never achieved what your destiny was. I cried after I heard the news. All my best to his mother Kathleen, his sister Kathy, his brother Franklin and his two children.

Nancy Norman Butera

February 5, 2008

Rest in peace my old friend. My deepest sympathies to your family.

Vickie Carlson (Arnold)

February 5, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ed Martin

February 5, 2008

First, I want to extend condolences to Ralph's close friends and family. I also have to smile when thinking back to the times when Ralph and I spent a lot of time together. He was willing to try to get things done when others wouldn't, loyal when working side by side, and he was there as my friend when I needed one. Through ups and downs, I know Ralph was always a Texan who was on the side of the angels, and there may we find our peace.

Billie Cooper

February 5, 2008

He was always quick with a joke and a smile. We knew each other in the very lean years when Dairy Queen was our main food source. My prayers are with his loved ones. He will be holding court in heaven when we get their.

Nancy Hale

February 5, 2008

I had the pleasure of knowing
Ralph Ray Wallace and his father, Ralph Wallace.
Both were very fine men, and they both will continue to be missed.
God Bless the family.

Laurie Bryan Larson

February 5, 2008

Dear Kathy and Family,
I managed Ralph's first campaign for State Rep in 1976 and went on to work in his legislative office in 1977.
I just heard about Ralph's passing and wanted to express my sincere sympathy to you. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts.
Warmest regards,

Bill Blythe

February 5, 2008

Ralph and I were suitemates in the State Capitol Building during his first term in the Texas House of Representatives. He was a gentle person dedicated to serving the State of Texas. I will miss him.

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