Wallace McGolden Obituary

Wallace T. McGolden

Wallace T. McGolden (Wally) died December 2, 2012, at his home in Seal Beach, CA. He is survived by his brother, Richard; his wife, Virgie, and two daughters, Mali and Marci. Wally and Virgie celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary on November 14th. Born July 26, 1943, in Sutherland, Nebraska, Wally had a passion for his family, golf, and sales. After graduating from Borah High School in Boise, ID, he went to Boise State University and worked hard in many different facets of sales. His career began on the ground level of computer software development and sales in business. He completed his sales career at Boulevard Cadillac in Signall Hill, CA, and loved the opportunity to meet new people every day. He was a gentle giant and a friend to many. He will be missed by all whose lives he touched. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Cancer Society. Please sign the guest book at www.presstelegram.com/obits.

Published by Press-Telegram on Dec. 6, 2012.
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Happy 70th Birthday Wally. We love and miss you very much. John & Mary Jane

July 26, 2013

To my wonderful father-in-law...You will always be an inspiration to me and to our family. You made me laugh on so many occasions. I'll always cherish you as a golf buddy, and will miss our times on the 19th hole. I will do my best to care for your family as you watch over us. Rest in Peace Wally.

Michael Sheets

December 25, 2012

Farley Granger

December 8, 2012

Wally was a great person I met many years ago and loved to talk sports and his football playing days. RIP

Paul Mittan

December 7, 2012

Wally was a former neighbor, and special friend. If you had a problem he would always listen, sometimes his advice was good and sometimes not but he always cared for people. He was funny and would say thing just to get a reaction out of you. I always enjoyed talking to him. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May he rest in peace.
Sandra Lind-Parsons

December 7, 2012

Wally was very kind alway to me I worked with him at Massey Cadillac and Boulevard Cadillac he was always helpful and very funny he will be missed I am proud to call him my friend

Farley Granger

December 6, 2012

Someone as special as Wally will never be forgotten here at Boulevard Cadillac he was a great person to work with He will remain in our hearts forever.

Karina Martinez

December 6, 2012

Wally will be missed by everyone who had the honor of his friendship. Wally was a wonderful person and a friend.

Steve Mitchell

December 6, 2012

Virgie, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart is broken,Wally was a great guy and one of my very best friends. I wish I would have known he was ill so I could have visited him. I loved that big jovial man and will miss him forever. All our love to you and your family.
Wally and Sharon Lowe

December 6, 2012

Virgie, Rick, Mali & Marci,
Wally was a wonderful person and a good friend. He will be greatly missed and we will always cherish our memories of him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love John & Mary Jane

John & Mary Jane Ricard

December 6, 2012

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