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Peter Wallace Obituary
Peter G. Wallace believed that being a grandparent was a better deal than being a parent — all of the love and almost none of the work.
"We get a second chance," said his wife, Charlotte. "We may not have the energy, but we have a lot of patience." Mr. Wallace had five second chances — Andy, Zachary, Kristen, Lauren and Benjamin. They called him "Opa" and "Pa."
Mr. Wallace, 66, still worked as a vice president at Marsh & McLennan, but he always had enough time to read to his grandchildren. The titles he read were the same enduring Dr. Seuss classics from his daughters' childhood — "The Cat in the Hat" and "Green Eggs and Ham." When one grandson wanted a story read, he would pull the glasses out of Peter's shirt pocket and hand them to him.
A few days after Sept. 11, Zachary, 5, looked up and exclaimed that he saw a star against the daytime sky. His skeptical father looked up, and surprisingly enough there was a shimmering white speck fixed against the blue. What could that be, asked the father. The boy responded confidently, "That's a star from God to show that we miss Pa."
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September 14, 2016
Remembered. May God bless your family with peace and comfort - and joy, from memories of precious times shared.
Jess G
September 11, 2016
I still see Peter as he was that Sunday before the 11th a happy man with a glint in his eye, a wonderful wife, and beautiful children and grandchildren.
Yvonne Walters
August 9, 2010
To the Wallace Family
You will always be in my prayers. I am Mr. Wallace old Administrative Assistant from A & A. It's not a day that goes by that i don't think of him. Mr. Wallace was the best bosss i ever had. I would love to attend the next ceremony. My number is 718-406-1810. May god bless and keep you.
Doug Abraham
January 22, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
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YVONNE D Walters
July 3, 2008
Hi this is Yvonne Walters the Administrative Assistance of Peter Wallace. I justed wanted the Wallace family to know that I still keep them in my prayers and would love to attend the next memorial ceremony. My new e-mail address is: [email protected]. My number is 718-406-1810. Please keep in touch. God bless
Doug Abraham
January 22, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
P Tabbernor
April 13, 2007
In memory....
Donald McClaugherty
September 18, 2006
To the Wallace Family,
I am chair of the Department of Chemistry at The University of Texas at Tyler. The university had a day of rememberence for the victims of 911 on September 11, 2006. We had numerous programs remembering the victims during the day. Our Bell Tower tolled all day for each of the victims, and small U.S. Flags were displayed throughout the campus for each of the victims of 911. Students, faculty, and staff wore yellow ribbons each with the name of a victim. I wore the yellow ribbon all last week in memory of Peter G. Wallace. I extend to the Wallace family my sincerest sympathy and am proud to have worn his yellow ribbon!
Don McClaugherty
Professor and Chair
Department of Chemistry
The University of Texas at Tyler
Yvonne Walters
April 26, 2004
Good morning,
Mrs. Wallace and family. I jsut wanted you too know I still keep everyone and their families in prayer. This March made 1 year ago my mother passed away and I miss her so much. Mr. Wallace was also the man who always smiled and gave everyone he knew respect. I know I will never ever have a boss like him. He was always there when I needed someone to talk too and most of all when I got divorced and had to raise 4 children on my own. I was lucky to have him to understand and to aloud me the time to take care of my business. Mrs. Wallace God is watching over you and the family. Just keep praying and leave everything in Gods hand and you will see all the wonderful things God has in store for you and your family. If there is anything I can do please e-mail me, even if it is just to talk. I am there. God Bless.
Yvonne Walters - Former Co-Worker/Administrative Assistant of Mr. Wallace
Steven Smith
January 22, 2004
Happy Birthday Pa!
I wish we could take you to dinner and watch you enjoy a Houlihan's "stir-fry". Then we could fight over the check.
We miss you.
Love,
Steve
Yvonne Walters
October 1, 2003
To The Wallace Family,
I want you to know that not one day goes by that I don't think of him. I spent so many years working with him, that I would looked up to him for guidance. Mr. wallace was always there for me through hard times and now that both my parents are gone, I realize how special parents really are. I know if Mr. Wallace was here today he would of loved to see how grown the kids are. I still remember a card that I gave him that he posted on his wall in his office for Boss Day. I use to have a group picture of the sales staff and Mr. Wallace but lost it in moving. I would love to have another picture of him to add to my album. If there is anything I can do please e-mail me at let me know. I am the Sales Assistant - Yvonne Walters, who worked with Mr. Wallace the longest. If there is ever another memorial given for him I would love to attend and show my support. Mr. Wallace was the one who helped me with the way I spoke, due to the fact I had a slight Jamaican anicent, he would just laugh and say Yvonne that's not how we say that and give me that smile. I worked also with Pat Fagan, Bob Giamo, Mr. Greyson and many others. May God Bless and keep you.
My e-mail address is - [email protected].
Celesta Carlson
September 14, 2002
To the Wallace family,
Allison, we go way back to elementary school at P.S. 120 and all the way through H.S., and I so vividly remember your dad. He had such a wonderful sense of humor. I will never forget that. You definitely inherited his sense of humor, you could make me laugh like no one else I have ever known. Charlotte, I always remember that whenever I saw you you had a smile on your face, and you were probably the first person I ever met that talked with a southern accent. Now, look at me, living in the south, surrounded by southerners. I know the pain you all must be going through is unfathomable, my heart just aches that such a wonderful, kind man could lose his live in such a horrible way. You all have been in my prayers since I found out. May your wonderful memories of your husband and father comfort you as you continue to grieve his loss. God Bless you all.
Eva Bose
September 11, 2002
You may remember me or not but I remember you. I live in 6H in the building you lived in for so many years in Flushing. I always saw you and your husband going places, grocery shopping, going to visit your children and your grandchildren and wanted love like the two of you shared. Peter Wallace was a man of great strength and integrity. You could tell that by just speaking to him or even looking at him. I hope you know that for the last year you and your family have been in our thoughts and prayers.
Marilyn
September 8, 2002
Peter and Pat Fagan were the nicest co-workers and made my time at A& A the best all those many years ago. I remember Peter telling me how much he enjoyed kayaking so long ago in VT. I didn't know til today he was still there until I read another obituary and saw his name....I am so sorry
Patricia Eisert
July 10, 2002
Ever since September 11th, I have wanted to show my support to the families of the victims of this horrible tragedy. I sent several donations, but I wanted to something more. One day I read about the Mercy Bands that you could order with one of the victim's name engraved on it. So i ordered one and the band that I received had the name Peter Wallace, WTC. I have been wearing it ever since, but I wanted to know more about Mr. Wallace. I went to the Mercy Band website and found a link to the biographies. And now I know that the name I wear everyday is that of a very loving husband, father and grandfather. To the Wallace family I send my heartfelt condolences and want you to know that I will wear Peter Wallace's band with great pride. And every time I look at it I will say a little prayer for him and his family.
God Bless you all.
Steven Smith
June 27, 2002
Dear Pa,
Today is Ali’s and my 10th anniversary. The look of pride and love expressed on your face as you walked my beautiful bride down the aisle to me will be emblazoned in my mind forever. It is an image of all encompassing life.
This day I am reminded that I am a fortunate man. I am very much in love with your daughter and our two boys. We have wonderful family and friends who are the foundation of our lives. When you didn’t come home last Sept. 11, our foundation was cracked. Since you were one of the main architects of our foundation, you will be pleased to know that your quality work has paid off. The foundation is still quite sturdy.
I know you don’t mind my leaning on your spirit for guidance sometimes. You were always a good listener. You were also a loving Husband, Father, Grandpa, Father-in law, and true friend.
We miss you and love you. You are our hero.
Love,
Steve
Angie Campbell
June 8, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the family and friends that you left behind on that horrible morning last September. Rest in peace..........
May 21, 2002
MAY THE SOUL OF PETER G.WALLACE AND THE SOULS OF ALL THE FAITHFULLY DEPARTED THROUGH THE MERCY OF GOD REST IN PEACE...AMEN
May 21, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL MAN..PETER G.WALLACE AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY JESUS AND ST.PETER GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Donna Wallace
March 27, 2002
From our hearts to yours, God Bless You, always!!!
The Wallace Family,
Tennessee
Phil Danbe
March 11, 2002
Peace be with you.
Eleine Ruokonen
February 20, 2002
Dear Peter's Family,
I met Peter when I came to A&A from Jardine. He taught me so much in the little time we worked together. He used to laugh on how perfit he would keep his files.
He will be missed by many and myself. He will also be remembered.
Eleine
Ben Milano
January 10, 2002
This morning I received an email from Allison, one of Peter's daughters. Allison and I went to elementary, junior high and high school together in Flushing, Queens, where we both grew up. I was trying to locate old high school classmates for a reunion I am hoping to have this Fall and came across Allison's name on Classmates.com. So I decided to send her an email several days ago. When I read her email today and she mentioned that her dad was killed in the attacks on Septemebr 11 my heart sank and I was deeply saddened. Mr. Wallace worked for the same company that my best friend's wife worked for. Luckily for her she decided not to take a position with them at the World Trade Center because it was "too high up". When the attacks occurred she found out that she had lost several co-workers including her ex-boss and a very close friend. This was the closest I came to knowing someone who died in the attacks. That was until this morning's email. My heart, prayers and thoughts go out to Allison and her family, especially her mom whom I remember growing up back in Flushing. May God Bless all of you especially your Dad.
Peace,
Ben Milano
Yvonne Walters
December 31, 2001
I will truly miss Mr. Wallace he was a kind and dear boss. I met Mr. Wallace when he hired me as his Sales Assistant at Alexander & Alexander. I left to work at Beth Israel Medical Center. He would always smile but kept an serious look. Being that he was in the military he always had a straight walk and i would tease him how he turned the corner like he was marching. He would play with my kids when i brought them to the Christmas parties. May God Bless the family. Peter you are now God angel in heaven. I will truly miss you.
Teresa Jahn
December 5, 2001
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Jess Galchutt
October 4, 2001
Peter was and always will be to me and those who knew him a gentleman, a hero, and a human being to emulate. He has a beautiful, wonderful wife, and a loving family that is made of the same cloth as he. I love you all and it has been truly an honour and a great pleasure to know Peter and his family. Thank you.
Bonita Rice
October 3, 2001
I never knew you, but I pray that your life was not lost in vain. This was an evil act. Let this be the start of the good overcoming the evil. God Bless your family.
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