Andrea Wallace Obituary
She was born in Philadelphia on May 1, 1958.
Dr. Wallace had an optometric practice on Stuyvesant Street in Warrenton and was a member of the Virginia Optometric Association. She was an active member for over 20 years and a Past President of the Warrenton Lions Club. Through the Lions, she donated eye exams in the local community and with Remote Area Medical (RAM) in Southwest Virginia. Recently, the Lions bestowed upon Dr. Wallace its honor the Melvin Jones Award for her dedicated service to others.
Music was a very important part of her life, she played guitar and had a knack for learning new stringed instruments. With the Piedmont Symphony Orchestra, she played viola. At her church, St. Stephen's Episcopal, she shared her talents as a musician, music director and also taught Sunday School to parishioners of all ages.
Dr. Wallace loved to help others, especially her family; she was a wonderful wife, mother, sister and daughter. She is survived by her husband, Paul N. Wallace, daughter, Becky Wallace and stepson, Paul N. Wallace IV. Additional survivors include her mother, Flora Turchi, six siblings; John Turchi, Walter Turchi, Richard Turchi, Donna Turchi, Domenic Turchi, Jr. and Maria Turchi and two grandchildren; Jessie and Nathan Wallace. Her father, Domenic J. Turchi preceded her in death
The family will receive friends from 2-4 PM on Sunday, January 2, 2011 at Moser Funeral Home, Inc. followed by a time of remembrance.
Services will be held on Monday, January 3, at 12 PM at St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 8538 Greenwich Road, Catlett, VA followed by burial in the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Warrenton Lions Club, P.O. Box 1022, Warrenton VA 20188 or to the Piedmont Symphony Orchestra, P.O. Box 509, Warrenton VA 20188. www.moserfuneralhome.com
This obituary was originally published in the Culpeper StarExponent.
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Debbie Goisse
December 9, 2011
There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories.
Kathryn Ives
June 23, 2011
I am so shocked and saddened to hear of Dr. Wallace's passing. Even though I only saw her once a year, I treasured my visits to her and getting annual updates on her daughter, who she treasured and was so proud of. When I moved to Leesburg from Warrenton, Dr. Wallace remained my eye doctor because I trusted her implicitly to do right by my eyes. My heart goes out to her family and friends. She was a dear, sweet woman and an exceptional eye doctor.
June 23, 2011
I just called the office to make an appointment and was so shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. Dr. Wallace was such a caring person my husband and I felt such affection for her. Our prayers and sympathy go to her family. John and Christine Gaines
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Francis Sargent
January 28, 2011
I was just checking on Andrea's office hours and I am shocked to learn that she passed away on December 26th 2010. My wife, four daughters and I have been privileged to benefit from Andrea's excellent Optometric skills over the past twenty years. Although we moved from Warrenton to Falls Church ten years ago we continued with Andrea because we knew there was no one else we wanted to go to. She was a wonderful human being with an uplifting spirit, always upbeat and caring.
May God bless her and provide strength and support for her grieving family.
Ed & Rhonda Hendricks
January 8, 2011
We just learned of Andrea's passing this evening and we were shocked and saddened to hear that such a sweet, caring woman, so full of life, is gone. We met Andrea when she attended the Lutheran Church on 605, and then saw her for years at her office. She was so down-to-earth and always smiling. We will truly miss her, and our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Peggy Hayes Cartwright
January 5, 2011
As others have mentioned, Andrea was a person full of life. I will always remember her laugh and her smile. It was great to have her as a classmate and friend at Seton Hill. I am not surprised that she added joy and positive energy to what she loved.
Joyce Moore
January 4, 2011
Dr Wallace has been our family eye doctor for years. My husband just had a check up with her in November.my daughter also cut her mother's hair a while back. We were really shocked to hear of death and will be missed.
Holly Vanek
January 3, 2011
I'm very sorry to hear of Dr. Wallace's passing. She has been my Dr. since I relocated to Virginia in 1996. She was a great Dr. and a very nice person. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Val Donovan
January 3, 2011
I remember Andrea from our days at Seton Hill as someone who always had a smile on her face and something funny to share! She will be missed at our reunions. Sending much love and prayers to her family in their time of loss.
Robin Lanham
January 2, 2011
Dr. Wallace was a kind and friendly eye-care professional to our family for many years. She will be missed in our community. Our condolences to her family. The Lanham Family, Rixeyville, VA
ashley kerns
January 1, 2011
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diana cooke
January 1, 2011
she was a great doctor and will be very hard to replace ,she always made you feel comfortable
Kathy Mullen
January 1, 2011
My sons, Mikey, Matthew, and I met Andrea when I came back to Piedmont Symphony in '05. She was a very kind person with a very gentle soul. We really loved getting to know her. We were quite saddened and just blown away to hear of her passing. She was an angel on earth and will be very much missed by the Mullen/Crabill Family.
Bob and Jan Dooley
December 31, 2010
As every-one has already stated Andrea will be missed so much. She was as every-one stated a wonderful friendly and happy person and always made you feel at ease. She has been taking care of our eye care needs for years. She will leave a deep space in every-ones life....Rest in Peace Andrea.
Kathy Madigan
December 31, 2010
I have known Andrea since our days together at Seton Hill. Her smile could light up the world. She found good in everything and everyone. Knowing Andrea has been a gift that I will treasure always. Rest in peace my dear friend.
Trish and John Utz
December 30, 2010
Dr. Wallace, was the best optometrist I've ever been too. She has been my eye doctor for many of years. She was kind, caring and always took the time to talk and listen to me even if it wasn't related to my eye care. I'm sadded of hearing of her death. She laugh and smile and was just a wonderful woman. My prayers and thoughts are with her family and friends and the comunity. Dr. Wallace you will be missed deeply by all. May God bless the family and bring them comfort in this sad time. Truly, Patricia an John Utz
Christian Anderson
December 30, 2010
I knew Andrea when I was a teen. So many years later, it was still such a joy to see her every week and play music with her. Andrea was so beautiful and loving to everyone around her. She was always in good spirits, no matter what! You are greatly missed, dear friend.
JoAnn Ballengee
December 30, 2010
So sorry to hear of this kind and caring woman's passing. God bless you, family!
Glenn Quader
December 30, 2010
Andrea exuded life and laughter to all around her. I had the honor of getting to work with her closely over the last several years with the Piedmont Symphony, and feel blessed to have had her in my life. She is an irreplaceable soul, and is most surely in the safe and loving hands of God. We love and miss you Andrea.
-Glenn and Michelle Quader
Barry Morrison
December 29, 2010
I knew Andrea as a classmate at the New England College of Optometry and hadn't seen her in years, but I remember distinctly the very positive effect she had on me and on all who had the privilege to know her. My fondest memories include her joyfully singing in a school rock band and doing a fantastic job of it. She always made me laugh with her laugh and wit. She was so very bright and so very willing to help other students with their studies. I'm not surprised that she has been described as an outstanding optometrist and an outstanding person. I was very saddened to hear yesterday of her passing and may God bless her family, friends, and patients.
Barb Carusillo
December 29, 2010
I knew Andrea many years ago, when we were both at Seton Hill College (now University). She was so bright, and so talented. She wrote a song for the guitar, the "Daddy" song, that I forever remembered, and will always remember. Her light will live long, live bright.
Mary and Bob Pritchett
December 29, 2010
Andrea - You leave a huge void in our St. Stephen's family. You played the violin beautifully, and added so much to our church. Mostly I will miss your big smile and bubbly personality. Our deepest sympathies to Wally and Becky. May the memories of this special woman and the love of friends bring them some comfort.
Barbara Leach
December 29, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ashleigh Hawkins
December 29, 2010
"I will always remember how beautiful her personality was everyday and she let it shine like I have never seen anyone do before, she was truely an angel. I will miss her coming into the bank with that big smile and giggle she always had. You will always be in our Heart Dr. Wallace"
Terri Kerns
December 29, 2010
I will Miss the Little giggles and Laughter and Woman to Woman talks during My Eye exams. I will Miss a Great optometrist and an even Better Friend. Rest In Peace Andrea.
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