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Wallace McKay Obituary
He was born March 13, 1917, to Hugh and Lilian McKay of Prince Edward Island, Canada. At a young age they moved to Haigler, where Wallace graduated from Haigler High School.
Wallace started a Chrysler/Plymouth dealership in Haigler in the late 1940s. He moved to North Platte in 1955 after buying the Chrysler/Plymouth dealership here, which he was involved in for 50 years.
Wally married Betty Foster in 1965 in North Platte.
He was a member of North Platte Elks Club, Tehema Shrine and Mason's. He enjoyed playing cards with friends and family.
He is survived by his wife, Betty, of North Platte; son, Ronald (Mary), of North Platte; daughters, Linda (Ron) Eggleston and Kathy (Tom) Gunderson, both of Phoenix, Ariz.; sons, Keith (Ronna) McCormick, of Casper, Wyo., and Mike (Shari) McCormick, of Coppell, Texas; grandchildren, Kevin (Amber) McKay, Shane (Stacy) Gunderson, Mike (Kelly) Gunderson, Chad (Erin) Gunderson, Kylie McCormick, Kelsey McCormick, Adrienne McCormick and Phillip McCormick; and three great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorials are suggested to the First Presbyterian Church and online condolences may be shared at adamsswanson.com.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, at the First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Polly Deppen officiating. Burial will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.
Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 29, with the family receiving friends from 6-7 p.m. at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home, which is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Wallace McKay
Kelli Gartrell
September 1, 2012
Kathy and family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad..Our deepest sympathy...
Matt and Kelli (Baker) Gartrell and family
Russ Hoover
August 31, 2012
To the family of "WALLY", I remember him well as they lived next door to my folks in Haigler. Wally gave me my first job as a grease monkey's helper. He was an excellent driver and recall a trip we made to Benkelman (23 miles) in 15 minutes,I saw 120 on speedometer. May he rest in peace.
Linda Monte
August 30, 2012
Kevin and Amber, May you find comfort in your memories. It was really wonderful he could share your special day. May God Bless you at this time.
Tom & Doris Sweet
August 29, 2012
Our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
ART & JO HETZKE
August 29, 2012
MAY THE GENTLE HAND OF GOD TOUCH YOUR HEART WITH PEACE WITH SYMPATHY.
Steve and Susan Kerr
August 28, 2012
Our sincere thoughts and prayers Ron, Mary, and family. May memories sustain you in the days ahead.
August 28, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. My deepest sympathy. Jane Hassel
Jeff & Stephanie Byers
August 28, 2012
May the love of family and friends sustain you in these difficult days. We & the Supper Club are here for you, when you return home.
August 28, 2012
May God shine his light upon you Uncle Wally..Jack and Amy
Rick & Claudia Baumgardner
August 28, 2012
Mike, Shari, Adrienne and Phillip, we send our sincerest condolences on your loss. Lean on us and the entire Supper Club if we can help during this difficult time.
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