Name: Memorial service
Start: 2025-01-18T13:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Mark Presbyterian Church

BORN

June 16, 1936

DIED

January 15, 2025

LOCATION

Ballwin, Missouri

Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory - Ballwin Obituary

Wallace, Arthur R., Jr. "Dick", passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at the age of 88. He was born in Dayton, Ohio, a son of Arthur Richard and Shirley Audrey (nee Wetzel) Wallace. Dick was a graduate of the University of Dayton with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and spent 25 years of his professional career with Monsanto and was instrumental in the development and installation of Astroturf around the world. He was a member of Gateway No. 40 AF&AM, Creve Coeur, and a 32-degree Scottish Rite member, Valley of St. Louis, Orient of Missouri. He was also an active member and Elder at St. Mark Presbyterian Church and was involved in numerous committees and service activities. In his younger years, he competed in drag racing and is a member of the Kil-Kare Dragway Hall of Fame in Dayton, Ohio. Dick was an active member of the St. Charles R/C Airplane Club for the past five decades. Dick loved gardening, and in his 70's took up running, and ran a marathon, numerous half marathons, and multiple triathlons. One of his favorite past times was spending time with his West Highland White Terrier.

He is the beloved husband for 63 years of Elizabeth J. "Betty Jo" Wallace (nee Brest); dearest father of Carolyn Wallace and husband Osman, and Linda Ratliff and husband Chris; proud grandfather of Porter Ratliff, Logan Ratliff, and Ty Wallace; dear brother of Mildred (late Joe) Rufner, Susan Wallace, and Ed Wallace and wife Kathy; plus, numerous extended family, friends, and co-workers.

Services: Memorial service at St. Mark Presbyterian Church, 601 Claymont Drive, Ballwin, MO 63011, Saturday, January 18, 1:00 pm, with a reception to follow. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark Presbyterian Church. As a service of the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.

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Today is a special day. Dick my older brother and his wife Betty Jo would be celebrating their 64th wedding anniversary. They were both very instrumental in my life. I would spend summer vacations in St. Louis with them. It was such a grand adventure. There was so much to do and they were so happy to share these experiences with me.
I was so in awe of going the Municipal Opera and seeing the Broadway production of Camelot. I got to go to Busch Stadium and see the St. Louis Cardinals...

Susan Wallace

January 20, 2025 | Springfield, OH | Sister

Farwell brother Dick, "God be with ye." I think of you with heartfelt memories today, tomorrow, and always. All our years as brother and sister, growing up together in Dayton, Ohio, on Valleyview Drive. It was a special time, a wonderful beginning, to the beautiful life to come.
Sending my love and blessings to Betty Jo, Carolyn, Linda, and their families. The "Link" was an excellent connection for so many people. It was a huge success. There was a strong feeling of renewal and hope as...

Mildred Rufner

January 19, 2025 | Cincinnati, OH | Sister

Dick was my Nextdoor neighbor and a good friend back in the 50’s. Our internet in racing cars was important until we both were married and moved to different parts of the country. Still miss our times together. Condolences to his wife and family.
Jack Wolf

Jack Wolf

January 19, 2025 | Englewood, OH | Friend

Sorry for your loss, Dick was an outstanding member of the St Charles RC Club and great guy.

Don Shelton

January 18, 2025 | St Charles | Friend

We would like to express Our sincere condolences to Betty Jo and the entire family
May he rest in peace .
Roland & Bruna

Roland & Bruna Kunkel

January 17, 2025 | Friend

Dick was one of the most competent and loyal persons I ever worked with. He was also a friend . May he rest in peace .
Roland

Roland Kunkel

January 17, 2025 | Friend

Dick was like family to my family. He and his wife were known as uncle and aunt to my children. Our friendship goes back to the late 1960s. Our families have kept in touch through the years. He was such a talented, special person who will be deeply missed by his family and friends. My sincere condolences to his family from my family.

Beverly de la Bretonne

January 17, 2025 | Amarillo, TX | Friend

Dick was a good man and great neighbor. He took great pride in his yard always making it nice. I will miss seeing him walking his dog. My condolences to the family. May he rest in eternal peace.

DENNIS STCLAIR

January 17, 2025 | Friend

Dick & I had a lot of fun back in the good ole days!

Dave Hodson

January 17, 2025 | Centerville, OH | Friend

Arthur R. "Dick" Wallace, Jr.

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