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Lt. Robert F. Wallace (FDNY)
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Robert Wallace Obituary
Nancy Wallace remembers Robert, her husband of 21 years, for his wacky sense of humor and the way he took every little car breakdown in stride. And there were many. "We put three engines in it, and two trannies," she said of the family's Jeep Wagoneer. "Half the time we didn't make it to where we were going."
She remembers him trudging through the snow to buy baby aspirin when the family was stuck in a snowstorm in the early 1980's. And she remembered how after those babies had turned into teenagers, the whole family — their four children and a nephew — slept in the broken-down Wagoneer on the highway because nearby hotels were full.
Lieutenant Wallace, 43, followed his father into firefighting, and was known for pointing at the sky above Engine 205 in Brooklyn Heights, just to get people to look up, too. "My family used to tease him," Mrs. Wallace recalled, "and he'd say, 'No, I'm going off to fight fires and save the people of New York.' "We'd say, 'Oh, get outta here,' and he'd say, 'I'm going to go fight fires and save the people of New York.' "
Profile published in THE NEW YORK TIMES on December 30, 2001.
WALLACE-Robert F. Lt. FDNY. Engine 205 Ladder 118 of Woodhaven, NY formerly of Brooklyn, NY in his 43rd year heroically in the line of duty while helping others at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. A member of the FDNY for 21 years. Beloved husband of Nancy, a loving and devoted father of Jeanine, Bobby, Daniel and Alex. Devoted son of Elizabeth and Eugene (ret. Lt. FDNY). Loving brother of Gene, Liza and John. Cherished son and brother-in-law to many. Survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial mass to celebrate Bob's life will be held on Saturday, October 27, 2001 11:00 AM at St. Thomas the Apostle, 8719 88th Ave., Woodhaven, Queens. Following the memorial mass there will be a gathering of all his friends and family in the school cafeteria. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Bob's name would be appreciated to the NYC Fire Department Burn Center Foundation, 21 Asch Loop, Bronx, NY 10475.
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Noelle Nixon
September 13, 2018
We are thinking of the Wallace Family today. I did a First Responder stair climb in honor of Robert a few years ago in San Francisco and I will never forget. Loved
George Delaforce
September 12, 2018
We were offered a name to hold dear after donating blood - it was Lt. Robert Wallace, Engine 205. His name will always be etched in my memory. God Bless him and his family for the sacrifice he gave September 11, 2001.
Bobby Morris
September 11, 2018
To my boyhood friend your always in my mind the good times we had your r a true hero.
Kevin Blackmore
September 11, 2018
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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Happy Birthday Robert. The memorial did not forget. I did not know you but wanted your family to see. Your name had a white rose for your birthday ❤
Sarah Mihm
March 10, 2018
Jason McCormick
September 10, 2017
I was honored to climb 110 floors today on the 16th anniversary for Lt Robert F. Wallace in Nashville TN. May you rest high and never be forgotten.
September 14, 2016
with respect and honor, you are remembered. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. May God continue blessing your family with peace and comfort. You will never be forgotten
Amy and Brandon Myers
September 11, 2016
Every year my Husband does the 9/11 stairclimb in Kansas City and climbs for you. We recently moved to Hawaii. We climbed Koko head in your honor
Amy and Brandon Myers
September 11, 2016
Amy and Brandon Myers
September 11, 2016
Olivia C
September 11, 2016
Hi! Today 15yrs later I am climbing for u at our McAllen Stairclimb!! I am honored to climb for u!! Praying for u and ur family!!!!
Tom
September 10, 2016
Bobby, I did not know you but I pray for you and your family. 15 years later, I am now 58 years old .. I was your age when you passed. To your children, now adults, feel your fathers presence in you (both inside and out). Take comfort that he is always with you. Share with him ... With much regards.
Louis Di Iorio
September 9, 2016
Nancy,just want you to know that I think of Bobby often.Cannot believe its going to be 15 years already.Jeanine,Robert and Alex thinking and praying for your dad and Danny.Robert so proud of you for following in your dads footsteps.
Bob Delaforce
September 11, 2015
I donated blood in 2011 in Robert's honor. I still have his picture in my den and remember his sacrifice often - and every year on 9/11. God bless his family until they are reunited with him in Heaven.
Mia Courtney
September 11, 2015
Bobby was a nice guy I knew from Woodhaven. You gave us the ultimate sacrifice. I will never forget that. Thank you my hero and God Bless America.
Kevin Blackmore
September 10, 2015
Hello Bobby,
Another Year has passed and a lot has happened. I hope We're All in your prayers here...I know we think of you often.. I hope you met my Meagan when she passed....She joins you, Jimmy, and your Danny...Your friend Kevin
Central Georgia Mounted Color Guard
Kim Flemming
September 9, 2015
This weekend, the Central Georgia Mounted Color Guard is hosting a commemorative horseback ride honoring the heroes of 9/11. Lt. Wallace is being personally remembered at one of the posts along the trail. Never forgotten & respectfully honored for his supreme sacrifice and his family's loss. God Bless!
I went to visit Ground Zero with my nephews, and took a picture of this beautifully placed rose. In memory of the brave, never forgotten
Roberto M.
December 25, 2014
Jeremy Upchurch
September 14, 2014
My name is Jeremy Upchurch and I am a Firefighter/Paramedic from Bartlett, TN. I did the 9/11 stair climb today in Nashville, TN and I did the climb in honor of Lt. Wallace. Reading about this man motivated me more than anything could to complete the climb. I just wanted to thank him and his family for everything. We will never forget.
September 11, 2014
I want you to know that Lt. Wallace is not forgotten. I participated in the 9/11 Stair Climb in Denver today in his honor. 343 firefighters from around the country each climbed 110 flights in full gear. I was honored to walk in his memory.
Laura Femia Buccellato
September 11, 2014
I miss my poker buddy. You are thought of by me often and I miss you. I am counting on you that you are watching over Theresa till her mommy will finally join the both of you. Never Gone, Left Too Soon.
Kevin Blackmore
September 11, 2014
Hello My Friend
Never Forgotten not a Day Goes By
One with Many
Tommy Mcguinness
September 11, 2013
The first person in my life I called my friend... Rest in peace.Until
We play again. Thinking of you and your family
ANTHONY A
September 11, 2013
REST IN POWER.
Britttany W
May 19, 2013
I am going on a trip with my school this month to the memorial and we were all assigned a fire fighter that was lost on 9 11 to do a project on to keep their memories alive. I was picked to do a project on Robert Wallace. He seems like he was a great man and loving father, but I would love to get in touch with someone who really knew him, a son daughter mother father wife friend coworker anyone, that would be willing to give me any info or pictures about who he was as a as a person. Anything you want to share is fantastic and greatly appreciated. I believe these projects are going to be left at a memorial near ground 0 if anyone wants to go see it.
thank you and I am so sorry for your loss contact me at my email with any info [email protected]
Pam Keller
April 22, 2013
We decided to choose a few names from the Memorial last month and honor them by learning more about their life. I am glad that Robert Wallace was one of them. He sounded like a wonderful man - husband and father. I am very sorry for your loss. May his spirit live on in your hearts and your memories.
Mike
February 1, 2013
We took a photo at the memorial last October - just before Hurricane Sandy hit. Your husband's name plaque was in the photo. I've only just googled Lt.Wallace. He sounded like a terrific chap. Best wishes.
Mike - from London, UK.
November 23, 2012
Your dad is well and still with you. I went to the memorial site today and in line I was kept feeling like a man named Rob/Bob was with me. The first name I saw at the South tower memorial was your dads. I took a picture and googled him when I got home because I could not get it out of my mind. He looked just like the imagine in my head except his hair was gray and he was a little thinner. Sorry if this freaks you out but I know he wanted to tell you he is still with you and loves you. I swear I am a normal person. I wanted you to know this. He loves you and is watching over you.
Craig Hancock
September 11, 2012
Today I had the great pleasure to honor your memory with the ever so small gesture of giving a pint of blood at our memorial blood drive. I am so sorry for the extreme loss your family has endured and greatful for the sacrifice you gave for all of us. Thank you. You truly are an American Hero.
Jennifer Bodner
September 11, 2012
Hi My name is Jennie and Robert and I grew up together on Church ave in Brooklyn. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers on this day and always.
Brandon Myers
September 11, 2012
On Sept 9, 2012 myself along with 342 other local Fire Fighters from around the Kansas City area completed a memorial stair climb in honor of the brothers and sisters we lost on 9/11. I am privileged to say that I was climbing in the name of Lt. Robert Wallace - Engine 205. Even though I didn't know Robert personally, I researched him and his family and can tell he was a great husband, father and co-worker. I am blessed to have climbed in his name and I wear a bracelet with Bob's name on it to remind me of the sacrifice he made that day 11 years ago. Thank you
- Brandon Myers FFII - MTFD Topeka KS
jeanine fusco
September 9, 2012
well daddy another year has passed with you missing from our lives. things will never be the same for us ever again. i wish with every part of me that you were here to be with your grandchildren. it is a shame they will never meet you. they would adore you like me and the boys do. i love you so much and carry you with me everywhere i go. xoxox to all those with you.
love you
your lil girl
jeanine
Robert wallace
June 19, 2012
What's up pops it's Bobby just wanted to say hi and I love and miss you so much wish you were here to give me a hug and tell me everything's gonna be ok I love ya...
June 6, 2012
hi daddy just stopping by to tell you i love you and miss you beyond words!! xoxox
william hollingsworth
May 2, 2012
Dear Wallace Family, My name is william HOllingsworth and i am a fire cadet from Vancouver Washington. We had a trip to new york just recently and while we were at the 911 museum i bought a little blue bag. In that bag was a silver bracelet with the name Lt. Robert Wallace. Today i still wear that bracelet knowing that he will be watching over me and protecting me through out my life. thank you
Little bob Wallace
April 12, 2012
Love ya dude!!!
Wendy Sheehy
April 11, 2012
Lt Robert Wallace, just wanted to let his family know that I wear a bracelet with his name in honor of the sacrafice that he made on that tragic day along with all his brothers and sisters...he will never be forgotten nor will his sacrafice.
9/11/11 Looking up at the SF Transamerica building
Noelle Nixon
September 16, 2011
SF 9/11/11 Transamerica Stair Climb
Noelle Nixon
September 16, 2011
Dear Wallace family, my name is Noelle Nixon and I am a first responder for the Squaw Valley Ski Patrol in Lake Tahoe. It was my honor to carry Robert's I.D. card in San Francisco on 9/11/11 up the Transamerica building for the honorary stair climb. It was a beautiful ceremony and I wanted you to know that he gave me the courage to climb up those stairs on that day. My friends were encouraging but also said on that particular day ‘most people are avoiding tall buildings and not climbing up them’; my response was that I knew men like Lt. Wallace didn’t differentiate between internal fears and that of doing the job set before them on that morning.
My words are not soothing as that of Ryan Glider's note from Kansas, but my experience was very similar. I rang the bell and said his name out loud, Lt. Robert Wallace- Thank you and all of the other FD/ PD that made the ultimate sacrifice on 9/11/01. May you rest in peace.
-Noelle Nixon
Squaw Valley, CA
Ryan Gilder
September 13, 2011
On Sunday September 11, 2011, I along with 8 other members of the Lenexa Fire Department had the honor of completing the Kansas City Stair Climb in honor of the fallen 343 FDNY brothers and sisters as a result of the terrorist attacks of the 9/11/01. The event was amazing to witness. Everything from the opening ceremonies with the bag pipes playing Amazing Grace to the crowds cheering you on as you made your laps through the main lobby and to the eventual ringing of the bell to honor the lost. I always wondered what went through the minds of those guys as they were heading up those stairs. I got a shadowed glimpse into their path. I was climbing for Lt. Robert Wallace of Engine 205. I carried his picture with me as I vowed to finish his intended path with dignity and honor. Our team of five set out on the path and at the doorway to the stairwell was a piece of the World Trade Center in a box being held by a fellow firefighter. I touched the cold metal and felt the chill go down my spine as it does for many others. The first 34 floors were easy. Sure, you feel the burn and the desire to get to the top but as you can imagine, firefighters come in all shapes, sizes, and degrees of ability. We would pass teams and that were stopped on the stairwells trying to catch their breath or adjusting their equipment. Eventually, they would pass us as we did the same. Occasionally, you would see guys drop equipment and others pick it up and carry it for them as they continued up those stairs as a team. We encouraged them and they encouraged us. Some looked as though they were not going to make it at all. However, their brothers stayed with them until they could continue. As the laps progressed, I started to think about what I was witnessing and if it was similar to what those guys were seeing on that day. We were cheered as we passed the crowds on the lower level. Were they cheered on by the civilians going down those steps? We had water waiting on us at certain floors and a place to stop and rest to recover. Did they have that luxury? I am proud to say that we finished as a team. Our guys pushed themselves and drove on to complete the mission. Personally, as I entered the lobby to the sounds of cheers to ring the bell, say “Lt. Robert Wallace FDNY Engine 205” prior to completing those last steps to the top to complete 110 floors, I felt that there was something missing from that experience. Sure I made it to the top with my team but making it to the top of those steps wasn’t the mission that day. The path to the top was the drive to the call. The top of those steps was where the work began. I didn’t feel the sense of accomplishment as some may have because in the back of my mind I knew that we had it far better than those guys did that day. Many probably knew that they were never coming out of that building and the fact that they continued is what makes them heroes. I will never forget the 343. Especially, Lt. Robert Wallace FDNY Engine 205.
My thoughts will always be with your family and I will never forget.
My 165 floor climb honoring Lt. Robert Wallace.
Lianna Neyens
September 11, 2011
My husband is a Firefighter and today I did a 9/11 Ten Year Anniversary stair climb to honor the fallen 343. The climb was 55 floors and each time you climbed up you were given a picture of a fallen Firefighter. When I got done doing 110 floors, there were 9 pictures left(all pictures had to be taken up for the climb to end). So I decided to climb the 55 floors one more time. The last picture I was assigned was Lt. Robert Wallace. I was very honored to carry your loved one's picture with me on this climb. My thoughts and prayers will forever be with your family.
Ronald Guerrero
September 11, 2011
Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice god bless you and you family...we shall never forget.
Robert Wallace
September 5, 2011
What's pop just wanted to say hi. I'm here in the new house and it's awesome I wish you could come over and see happy your grand kids are .. We wouldn't have what we have if it wasn't for you and they appreciate it so much I love you!!
Laura Buccellato
September 2, 2011
Bobby it has been so many years since we played poker together. I will never forget the day I saw your picture in the paper saying you were one of the fallen fire fighters. I miss you and you will always have a place in my heart.
You met my daughter Theresa when she was little and you bought alot of candy from her. She is with you now and I hope you have met her and can watch over for her for me please. I love you both and miss you both so much.
Greg Buskey
August 22, 2011
To the family of this fallen hero, my name is Greg and I found a copper bracelet reading "Lt. Robert F. Wallace FDNY Engine 205 with 9-11 on the bottom near Ft. Washington & 181st. I know this must be precious to one of his family members so please email me at [email protected] so i can return it to you. God bless your family and Mr. Wallace for the sacrifice he made to make the world a safer place for us all...Greg
Robert Wallace
May 24, 2011
Hi dadjust wanted to say I love ya and miss u so much ...
Tam
May 5, 2011
Bobby,
I can't believe its been so long since you left us. Still think of you and miss you. Would rather you be here with us, but understand God had a different plan for you.
Austin Schartau
January 8, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Roger Waters (Pink Floyd) The Wall - Live
Adam Barr
December 13, 2010
Went to see Roger Waters perform "The Wall" live at the Tacoma Dome in Washington last night. During the intermission there were projections on the wall that was constructed as part of the performance. Someone submitted Mr. Wallace's photo to be included in the tribute. Here is the one of Mr. Wallace. Feel free to contact me for this or other photos from the show as there are others showing the entire stage. Thoughts and prayers to his friends and family. RESPECT!
From Roger Waters' "The Wall" - Live concert
Adam Barr
December 13, 2010
September 17, 2010
My son attends Mt. St. Joseph High School in Baltimore, Maryland and every year since September 11, 2001 the school holds a Mass to honor and remember the victims of the tragedy that occured that day. This year a student at the school placed 2,998 American flags in front of the school, each with the name of someone who lost their life on 9/11. After the Mass, each boy was asked to bring home 2-3 flags and asked that the family keep these people in their special prayers. One of our flags had the name, Lt. Robert F. Wallace, NYFD. We just wanted you to know that we will never forget the heros that lost their lives that day -- even though we did not know them personally. We wanted you to know we are praying for Lt. Wallace and his family.
The Ekas Family -- Baltimore, Maryland
August 4, 2010
hi daddy! well my 30th bday is this sunday and you have been on my mind all week! its a big bday for me and i just wish you were here to celebrate! i love you so much and want to thank you for preparing me to be the mother that i am all that practice with the boys when we were young did me good, even though i didnt think so back then! thank you for being my daddy! love you lots! only in my dreams! xoxox
love nini
Robert Wallace
June 15, 2010
Hey dad it's me bob just sitting here in bed thinking bout you and how much I miss you.. I was looking at pictures or you the other day and was saying to myself that I wish you were here with me and that moment .. I wish I had a man I could talk to bout the job jury like you use with grandpa that must of been nice huh.. Well I just wanted to tell you I love you and miss you very much hope to see you in my dreams. Love you
Liza Yonus
April 4, 2010
Hey Bro,
I miss you and thought about you a lot yesterday. I saw your beautiful daughter and 3 grandchildren yesterday. Maddy looks just like Nini when she was a baby. I love them so much. James is my little buddy and Rocco is a charachter. He is so cute. And that Maddy is truly a doll. You would eat her up if you were here. Jeanine is a great mother and you should be very proud of her. I know I am.
I love you so much and miss you everyday.
Liza
April 2, 2010
Hey Daddy just wana wish you a Happy Birthday in heaven. i love you and miss you!!!
Irma Dortch
November 1, 2009
Today is All Saints Day and my thoughts ran to Bob.I wish the family well and send my kisses and hugs.I havent seen the boys since we gather in Church.Jeanie my heart goes out to you.My love to Nancy.Contact me
September 20, 2009
hi my wonderful daddy! so its been 8yrs now.. god its like it was yesterday! we had a great time last weekend at the dude ranch. we always wish you were there with us.. i love you and please keep and eye on the boys they seem to have started to get a little lost lately without having you around..
xoxo
nini
Wendy Kreis
September 9, 2009
Dear Sweet Family, You don't know me, but I am praying for you...so many trials and hardships....I'm praying for you all to feel the warmth of our Precious Saviour Jesus and He holds you and comforts you. Please know that He is always there with you, lean on Him.
Much love..and many hugs...
July 17, 2009
Hey Bro, Not a day goes by that I don't think about you and what you and your brothers did that day.So damn Christ like. You will always be my Hero.Watch over your family, and ask the Big Guy to keep the kid at E-275 always out of harms way. Love and miss you big time. Gene
Kevin Blackmore
June 19, 2009
Hey Bob,
Just back from a meeting and needed to say hello.... No matter what....Just like you said
Always...."Pass it On"
Peace
Kev
jeanine fusco
April 26, 2009
Hi Daddy!!! it is such a beautiful day today!! so maddy is getting so big already. she is laughing and smiles all the time, she is such a delight to have. i know you are you've been around. i see the way she smiles at you and danny. thank you for visiting her!! love you lots and miss you all!!!
love
jeanine
Doug Abraham
April 4, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
March 19, 2009
Hi dad whats up its bob im buffing it a little bit on the fdny website listening to the dispatcher lol.. i was thinkin of ya and i looked you up and found a bunch of stuff on you and figured i could write to you and tell i love ya i think bout you all the time when im working. hope you look after me and keep me safe tell grandpa and dan i said hello.. love ya ..BIG BOB..
March 17, 2009
Hi Daddy,
I'm home watching the parade with the kids and see all these fireman marching with huge smiles on there faces and all I see is you. I see you in everyone of those handsome faces. I love you and miss you so.
Happy St. Paddy's Day in Heaven Daddy!!!
Love Jeanine
Kevin Blackmore
March 12, 2009
Hi Bob,
Just back from a meeting and thinking about you and yours
Happy St. Patrick's Day
"Pass it On"
Kevin B
Liza Yonus
March 10, 2009
Hi Bob,
I miss you so much and can still hear your laugh. You came to me the other day... I was getting dressed to go out to a a St. Patrick's parade and looked in the mirror and there you were. I had thought about you earlier in the day because I wondered whether you would get a kick out of me being in a marching band again. So - you gave me the answer when I looked in the mirror and saw you in the reflection.
Say hi to daddy and Danny for me.
I miss you all so much and think of you guys every day.
Love,
Liza
Gene Wallace
February 10, 2009
Hey little brother, I think of what you and your brothers did that day , just another day at work . Little did you know that you were taken the stairway to heaven . No waiting at the gate, God had a special place for you all. I think of you every day, still remember your laugh , and can still hear the last words you spoke to me. You are always with me, and I love you too man ! Gene
alex and mom
January 17, 2009
your new granddaughter madeline
January 17, 2009
jeanine fusco
January 16, 2009
Hey Daddy,
Just stopping by to say hi. Sorry I haven't written in a while. Ive been a little busy with your new granddaughter. Ive got my hands full thats for sure. I wish you were here to see her Daddy. She is georgous. What a little sweety. The boys are getting so big too. James is going to start kindergarten soon.
It sucks you were supposed to be her for all of this. At least you have a better seat though to watch all thats going on. A spectator in the backround. Just keep a close watch okay!
I love you. Come for a visit soon alright!
Love you
Jeanine
baby bobby
January 16, 2009
G S
January 7, 2009
When I think back to our High School days. I remember Bobby had a mental toughness that most of us did not possess.
It seems fitting he would choose to join the Bravest, and how brave he was, always moving forward.
I will remember Bob, forever young, our classmate, neighbor, friend.
Tom Casatelli
December 10, 2008
I didn't know Bob well, but I want everyone to know he was funny, brave and confident as he led 226 into those towers. He knew what needed to be done that morning and we never doubted he would lead us in anything but an honorable direction.
Bob made me, a young, dumb fireman, think everything would be okay.
Watching Bob, Dave, Stan, and Brian walk off that morning was like watching a million cowboys walk off into a million sunsets...
I will never forget any of them.
Tommy Casatelli
john sorrentino
November 5, 2008
still miss all those late nights up in the engine office just shootin the breeze. Never Forget.
John Sorrentino
Engine 205
October 4, 2008
hi daddy.
just home alone no children with me tonight. its great. lol. but i was thinking of you as i always do and wanted to tell you i love you. ( im sure you already know. ) i went to visit danny and grandpa today. we cleaned up there a little bit. mommy could only get two roses from the store. she felt bad. lol. but just wanted to say hi. i love you and come for a visit!!.
love
jeanine
Christopher Wallace
September 22, 2008
Love you crazy uncle. Think about u guys everyday up there. Send love for me.
Andrew Boreyko
September 11, 2008
It's obvious we will never forget the event, or forget you.
Liza Yonus
September 9, 2008
Hi Bob,
Here we are again - it's now 7 years ago today that I saw you last. Man, I still can't believe it! I miss you so much. I'm so glad that I can still hear your laugh.
There's not a day that goes by that I don't think about you and daddy. Give him a big hug for me. And please tell Danny that I miss him and I'm doing my best trying to preserve his memory in a respectful way. He'll know what I'm talking about.
So, you are going to have a granddaughter... How wonderful. Mommy is so excited (as best she can be) and is looking forward to spoiling her. Jeanine is naming her after our grandmother which really makes mommy happy.
I hope to see you soon in my dreams.
Love,
Liza
p.s. I got to meet Elton and I just know that you are thrilled for me. LOL
August 24, 2008
i just wanted to let you know you better watch over that little angel that just came to you. uncle derek is devestated. please love him and care for him cause his mommy and daddy aren't there. please watch over the two of them and see to it that they get through this. it is something that no one should have to go through.
i love you. and always thinking of you.
love your daughter.
jeanine
jeanine fusco
July 25, 2008
well daddy,,
its a girl!!!!! thanks for talking to the big guy for me. i can't wait to meet her. i am so excited. first girl on your side in 28yrs. grandma was crying. she is so happy. i wish you were here for this. you would be such a wonderful papa. it doesn't get any easier,, the pain of not having you here with us. well at least we know you are watching out for us. stop by sometime okay. i miss seeing you in my dreams.
well i'll let you get back to having fun.
i love you lots daddy.
<3 Jeanine
Kevin Blackmore
July 19, 2008
Hey Bob,
Just got back from a meeting and was thinking about you
Keep watching out
Thank you always
Kevin
June 15, 2008
hey daddy,
i just wanted to stop by and wish you a happy fathers day. i miss you. i bought you another fathers day card. i am putting it in the box that i have for you. i love you. give grandpa a kiss for me okay. oh and give dan a smack..lol.
love
nini
jeanine fusco
April 13, 2008
Hey Daddy,
so im sure you already know that you have another grandchild on the way. please give me a girl this time. i love my boys but its time to break it up a little bit. lol. i miss you and wish you were here. you would have been a wonderful papa. i tell the kids about you all the time. james sees your picture and knows exactly who you are. well just watch over them. and please send baby maddy down to us okay. i love you. give everyone a kiss for us.
love ya lots
your little girl
Doug Abraham
April 4, 2008
Happy 50th Birthday!!!
Chris Wallace
April 3, 2008
Uncle Bob,
Happy Birthday. Help the family deal with everything, and say hey to eveyone up there and that i love them.
me and bobby
jeanine fusco
January 17, 2008
Hi Daddy, So how did he do yesterday? Unbelievable right. I am so proud of him.. I wish I would have went through with it, but motherhood came calling. God put a mustache on him and its you. lol. He is so handsome in his uniform. Please Daddy watch over and protect him. Don't let anything happen to him I dont think I could take it. I love you and make sure you do your job from up there. Like Uncle Gene said you have it in with the big guy. He owes you a few.
I love you. Make sure you visit me Monday.. John Edward don't forget. love ya
Pee Pee Poola.
Gene Wallace
January 16, 2008
Bob, all that time I was looking for you, and today I found you . Your beautiful and proud son is now one of the Bravest.He is just like you . God bless him and keep him safe. I know you have an in with the Big Guy. Love you man. Gene
who knows daddy maybe he's next 5th generation?
November 27, 2007
just like his daddy
November 27, 2007
Allie K
October 13, 2007
Hey Bob,
I hope you and my Dad(Jerry) met up at the best bar in heaven. Tell him I love him and to never stop helping me drive(i drive like an idiot). You should be really proud of your family. Especially your daughter..She really became a great Mom thanks to watching you raise the boys. My sister Tricia still remembers the song you made up for her and Laureen. She smiles so big when she sings it! I've remembered you every 9/11 and always will. I always say a prayer for you and your family. Ill never forget how it hurt my Dad. Okay,now go make fun of him...God Bless and pinch Danny's cheeks for me..really hard!)
Gene Wallace
September 12, 2007
Little Brother ,how is it that I miss you and think of you more than ever . You are killing me !Bob, you would be so proud of your grandchidren, they are all beautiful.James is you, I better hide all my stuff. The Roc is so cool. Oh, and Bob III,enough said ,another beauty. You did good bro. To top it all off , I'm at E226 and Bob Jr. pulls up in uniform,Holy Crap ,can you have a better seat than that for all of this !I hope you can read this from where you are ,because you must be far away. You don't call or come to me ,what the heck bro. I miss you more than I can ever put into words. I am proud of what you and your brothers did that day,cowboys till the end. Love you man !
September 11, 2007
hi daddy
well now its six years since you have been gone. and it hasn't gotten any easier. i miss you so much and i really wish that you were here with me. i love you and i think about you every single day. please give me the strength to go on without you and danny in my life. i look at the boys and they look more and more like you everyday. they have your crazy personality. well i love you and will talk to you soon.
jeanine.
BARBARA BARRANCO
September 11, 2007
THIS IS THE FIRST I LOOKED ON THE WEB - GLAD THIS WAS HERE. I AM REMEMBERING BOBBY AND HIS SONS AT SHEA STADIUM ABOUT A WEEK BEFORE AND HOW INCREDIBLE TO BE IN THE SAME SEATING AREA IN SUCH A LARGE PLACE. I WISH I HAD TAKEN A PHOTO, BUT IT WAS A NICE GAME AND I WAS HAPPY TO SEE HIM IN HIS NATUAL STATE AS A FATHER TAKING HIS FAMILY ON AN OUTING. IT MUST HAVE BEEN A GREAT SUMMER TO HAVE HIM HOME. I MOVED FROM WOOHAVEN IN AUG 2001 - BEFORE THAT I PASSED HIM ON MY WAY TO THE J TRAIN AND HE WAS ALWAYS ON THE ROOF -WE CHATTED AND HE WAS CONCERNED FOR ME AS I HAD LOST MY SON IN SEPT OF 2000- HE WAS AT THE WAKE BACK THEN SO I WAS GLAD HE MET MY SON. I HAVE 3 DOLLS IN HONOR OF MY SON JOE, BOBBY AND THE MAN MY SON WAS CLOSEST TO. BOBBY HAS A FIREMAN OUTFIT AND A BASEBALL ONE. I HAVE PUPPETS TOO- A CONSTRUCTION WORKER, FIREMAN AND DOCTOR.
THIS COMFORTED ME. I HOPE GENE IS AND THE CHILDREN - HIS FOLKS AND NANCY ARE O.K. WE ALL MISS HIM IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD- HE WS A TRUE FRIEND OF ALL WITH LOVE AND GOOD MEMORIES AND THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE TO THIS CITY AND YOUR SACRIFICE - YOUR FRIEND BARBARA
Catherine Kettrick
September 11, 2007
Dear Bob,
Today is September 11, 2007. It's hard to believe that so much time has gone by. Today the anniversary is different. My husband, Jerry Kettrick is not here missing you as he always did on this day because he is there with you. He talked about you and the good times you shared together so often. To us you are a hero. Jerry fought a courageous battle against cancer and passed away on July 19 and we miss him dearly. But I know in my heart that he's with you and our family who passed before him. Allie, Tricia and I remember you in our prayers.
God Bless you and your family.
Catherine and Tricia Kettrick and Allison (Kettrick) and Nick Gambone
john wallace
September 10, 2007
hey uncel bob,
hey bob how you doing up there. good we all miss you and your jokes. i hate thinking about the times that have passed without you here.
kk. bob talk to you later.
Hartmut Reinsch
September 10, 2007
In memory of Lt. Robert F. Wallace (FDNY)
Sept. 11th 2001
~Always remembered and never forgotten!"~
Greetings from
Firefighter poet Hartmut Reinsch
Toronto / CANADA
br>Tribute to Firefighters of FDNY!
In the battle against the beastly fire...
They stay together, ready to fight!
To help all the victims of every accident,
committed to rescue, by day and by night.
These are the courageous Firefighters,
In their cities and towns of every land.
They stand together as really true friends,
Routinely they're all working hand in hand.
Everyone of them looks after the other,
Their brotherhood knows no borders...!
They are ready to help in their unselfish way,
Without fear, they follow their orders!
Many of them gave their lives in New York,
On September the eleventh, two thousand and one...!
Firefighters everywhere will remember that day,
And their feelings of loss will never be gone.
Written by Hartmut Reinsch
(German-Canadian Goldsmith and Homeland Poet)
September 16, 2001 Toronto Canada
May we always remember their sacrifice,
in their quest to help and save the lives of innocent victims,
on that tragic day of Sept. 11. 2001 in New York City, USA.
A word after..., from "ground zero!"
What we are left with,
surrounded by death and fear,
is our sense of loyalty and of duty...
which calls upon us
to place a shining beacon of hope in this world,
and to entrust the universal darkness
to the light of God.
H. Reinsch. Toronto 2001
Liza Yonus
September 9, 2007
Hey Bobbby,
Today marks the 6th year anniversary of when I saw you last.
I'm so glad you came to the party that day and will never forget that you were the last to leave.
That meant so much to me. I remember it like it was yesterday.
I still have the roses you gave me.
God, I miss you.
I'll be hanging out today with your grandchildren and will give them extra TLC for you. Rocco has your nose - he's so cute.
I love you so much and can still hear your voice and laughter.
Talk to you soon.
Love,
Liza
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