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Richard WALLACE Obituary
Richard was a lifelong resident of York County. Richard was a Navy veteran and was a survivor of the sinking of the USS Indianapolis during WWII. He was an active member and pilot in the USAF Civil Air Patrol for more than 50 years. He retired from Civil Service at Langley Air Force Base as Superintendent of Roads and Grounds in 1971 with more than 30 years of service. After his retirement he started and operated a successful business with his daughter Cindy, where they established many long lasting relationships.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Paul Wallace; and a sister, Helen Wallace.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Betty J. Wallace; a son, David Wallace and his wife, Lisa of Yorktown; a daughter, Cindy Adcock and her husband, Elvis of Yorktown; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, in the chapel of Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 11835 Canon Blvd. Suite A-102, Newport News, VA 23606; or to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23508-5216. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard WALLACE
Darrell & Rosemary Tulloch
January 21, 2010
Dear Wallace Family: We are so sorry for your loss. May God give you strength to move forward. Waterview will never be the same without Richard and all the devotion to the neighbors and neighborhood that he so generously gave. We ALL lost a good friend and neighbor.
JD Brooks
January 17, 2010
Dear Betty, David, Lisa and the Wallace Family,
I was sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. I am very sorry that I missed the service. I heard this sad news at the JGG airport late last week.
Richard was a dear friend and truly loved to fly. I always enjoyed “hangar-flying” with him and our trips with his “180 hp” Skyhawk (with the added 10 hp booster). When he got that muffler put on, he made me fly it over the airport so that he could hear it from the ground.
I remember flying to Petersburg one Saturday when we flew formation. After a while, I called him and praised his flying skills for altitude hold and steadiness. He replied back: “JD. I have an autopilot”.
He was always fun and helpful. He often offered those sardines that he kept in his hangar too. I would go anywhere with him but I could not handle that.
I remember the beautiful fall trip to the Shenandoah Valley in the fall. What beauty.
This man was a true gentleman and friend.
Take care,
JD Brooks
January 15, 2010
Richard, It has taken me a while to come to grips with you being gone. You and I have shared a lot of time together over the last 32 years, they were awesome years, we laughed, we cried, we learned from each other, mostly me from you. I will miss you my brother, you will always be in my heart and you will be in my daily thoughts.
Bob
JW & Jeannie
January 12, 2010
Betty, David, Lisa, Cindy & Elvis:
JW and I are going to miss Richard so much. JW thought of Richard as an older brother. Our prayers and thoughts are with you always. Love, JW & Jeannie
"The Lord is my pilot, I shall not go adrift; He lighteth my passage across dark channels; He steereth me through the deep waters, He keepeth my log. He guideth me by the evening star for my safety's sake. Yea, though I sail mid the thunders and tempest of life, I shall fear no peril for Thou art with me. The vastness of thy sea upholds me. Surely fair winds and safe harbors shall be found all the days of my life; And I shall moor, fast, and secure, forever. Amen
Kevin Posey
January 11, 2010
Dave,
You have my prayers and thoughts in your time of grief and sorrow. If there is anything I can do please let me know. Everyone here at the brewery are praying for you.
David Barry
January 11, 2010
I was 7 years old on V-J day and the soldiers and sailors of WWII were the heroes of my youth. I stand in awe of the survivors of the Indianapolis disaster and thank your family for the suffering you endured for me and all other Americans. Thank you and may God bless you.
Celeste & Larry Pratt
January 11, 2010
Dave & Cori,
I want you both know how much I love you both. It is wonderful to have such a wonderful Grandfather, I know I had one & he was great! Know God will always watch out for your Granddaddy & he will always be watching over you both. May he rest in peace.........
All My Love, Momma
Amanda Martin
January 11, 2010
Dave,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I know you are in the thoughts of all of us here at the brewery. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help. God bless.
January 11, 2010
The Wallace Family,
I send my deepest sympathy to all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Kelli Craig
January 11, 2010
Dave & the Wallace Family,
I am extremely sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Please don't hesitate to contact me for anything you may need. My cell phone number is 757 561 6052.
Jeff Jones
Ross & Tricia ( Tom & Carolyn Wilson's daughter) Humphreys
January 11, 2010
To The Wallace Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Mr.Wallace passing. He & Mrs. Wallace were like another set of grandparents to myself & sisters as he would make sure that we would get on the bus in the morning & allow us to play in the field. He was such a wonderful man & will be missed by many, but never forgotten.
Brandon Randall
January 11, 2010
I send my deepest sympathy to the Wallace family. David, I know I speak for all of your co-workers at the brewery when I say that our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
January 11, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.Richard was one of our brothers,and he will be missed.
Yorktown Lodge #205
January 10, 2010
Richard, you have brought so much joy to our family in the short time we have known you. My husband always had the utmost respect for you he will always remember your genorosity. I will always remember the great hugs and lets not forget the jet ski ride you gave me. That day I was holding on so tight not to let go, that is how I will hold on to the memories.
Clint, Elaine, Nicole and Matt
Cindy Adcock
January 10, 2010
Hi. Daddy, I know you are on the Internet. I enjoyed the years I worked for you. You taught me a lot, thanks. I guess we taught each other. You are my sun shine, and off you go into the weld blue yonder. I love you Daddy. Your baby girl Cindy.
January 9, 2010
Grandaddy,
You may be in heaven now although you will never be forgotten. It is a wonder that your heart could even fit inside your chest because it was so large and filled with so much love. You were a true role model to your grandson Doug...from race cars, to running heavy equipment, your love for flying, and never giving up on anything you put your mind to (I now know where my husband gets this from). Thank you for giving me a special place in your heart when we met over ten years ago. It is an honor to now be a Wallace. I am so happy that our son Dylan had the opprotunity to know his great-grandaddy! You were giving him high fives up to the day before you passed. You forever had a smile on your face...especially when "the ladies" were around. We are sad that you have passed but are happy that you are no longer in pain. You will forever hold a special place in our hearts.
All our love,
Doug, Kristy and Dylan Wallace
Elvis Adcock III
January 9, 2010
Richard was my Father-in-law, but he always treated me as a Son. When my Father passed in 2004 he stepped in and filled an empty void in my life. He was a very Loving and Giving man and he was a true Patriot in every sense of the word. He loved life, and lived it everyday, his faith was well founded. It gives me comfort to know now he is no longer in pain, and is with a higher Authority.
Elvis
January 9, 2010
I did not know Mr. Wallace nor any member of his family. However, when I read of his survival of the sinking of USS Indianapolis in World War II, I wanted to acknowledge and honor a true Naval Hero. To have survived such a terrible ordeal, when so many of his shipmates did not, is surely a tribute to his courage and determination. I can believe that his experience affected him throughout his life and made him a better man.
Fair Winds & Following Seas, Shipmate.
David A. Spriggs
Captain, USNR (Ret)
Norfolk VA
Tom and Carolyn Wilson
January 9, 2010
Richard was one of the most decent and kind men we have known. He and Betty loved their family, and also took care of their friends and neighbors. He will be sorely missed by all that knew him. Our sincerest condolences go to Betty,David and Cindy, and their spouses, Lisa and Elvis, who Richard considered another daughter and son, and to his grandchildren and great grandchildren. We will miss our dear neighbor and friend.
January 9, 2010
Helen Ostrowski Pruitt & Charles Pruitt, Williamsburg VA
Tim & Jennie Keesee
January 9, 2010
David, Lisa and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Wallace. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Scott & Tina Williams
January 9, 2010
We are very sorry for the family's loss. Mr. Wallace was an extraordinary man and we feel lucky to have known him. He will be missed by many.
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