Andrew P.-Wallace-Obituary

Sgt. Andrew P. Wallace

Oshkosh, Wisconsin

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Everyone who knew Andrew P. Wallace talked about his upbeat attitude, his love for his family and his passion for teaching. "If there would ever be a poster that needed to depict a soldier, Sgt. Wallace's photo would be on it," said Dodge County Sheriff Todd Nehls. "His attitude, personality and constant smile were reminders of how much he loved life and doing what he was doing." Wallace, 25, of Oshkosh, Wis., was killed Sept. 26 by a roadside bomb in Shaibah. He was assigned to Fond du Lac. Wallace, a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, was a teacher at Emmeline Cook Elementary School and a physical education teacher and coach at Oshkosh North High School. "He was never in a bad mood and always smiling and had positive things to say," said Gary Westerman, a former wrestling coach. "He was an all-around great guy and a great friend." Wallace kept in contact with school staff via a Web site and posted photos so the kids could see war. When he was preparing to leave overseas, students at Emmeline placed their footprints on a banner that read, "Wherever you go, we will follow."

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Stopped too say my respects today Andrew, and was so overwhelmed by the love and care your family has for you and the memories they have provided all of us who stop and pay their respects at your place of rest. You and your family are an inspiration, and I think of you often. I have lost touch with your family, but still appreciate them very much, and the dedication and love they have for you their son. You're never forgotten. Your friend Dave.

My name is Charles J. Barr, Major General, U.S. Army, Retired. I was Commanding General of the 143rd Transportation Command in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait from July 2005 through June 2006. The 2-127th Infantry Battalion were a subordinate unit under my command. That Battalion, commanded by LTC Todd Taves, was responsible for providing convoy escort gun trucks for all of sustainment convoys moving into and traversing Iraq. I will never forget 26 September 2005 when I was informed of the Explosive...

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We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Wallace Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to troops in Afghanistan this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Andrew P. Wallace US Army Sergeant. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of...

I read the messages written with such love, honor and respect for Sgt Wallace...I am so sorry he was taken from all of you, and from every American who loves freedom...My heart swells with pride...Thank you Sgt Wallace...I will meet you someday...

May God's love and grace embrace your family and loved ones today and every day forward.

Rest easy brother, you are sorely missed but never forgotten,

To the family of Sgt. Andrew P. Wallace:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Christian Memorial Day Remembrance worship service at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, 26 May 2013. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the bordering states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with...

To the family of Sgt. Andrew P. Wallace:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Christian Memorial Day Remembrance worship service at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday 27 May 2012. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the bordering states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with...

We wish to Thank You Sgt. Andrew Wallace and your Family for your Service and Sacrifice. Thank You and May the Lord Bless you each and everyday.