Mobile, Alabama
WALLACE James "Spud" Wallace, age 80, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 15, 2012. As a young man, Spud attended and participated in sports at Woodlawn High School and Howard College in Birmingham, Alabama. A brilliant artist and exceptional coach, Spud enriched the lives of others...
Read MoreI have thought of him often over the years. He was a beacon of light amongst all the other teachers and, in my opinion, rose above and beyond what most teachers offer. He cared for us as individuals with such a heart. I am forever grateful to have had him as a teacher, especially at that period of my life. He remains luminous to me.
Vicki Trotter
March 18, 2024 | School
Sorry to hear of your lose but it is also our lose. Mr. Wallace was a great art teacher at Roger Rogers Vocational in Gardendale. I had him in the late 60's and early 70's. Everyone just love him for his humor.
Kathy McCravy Wise
April 18, 2012 | Mt. Olive, AL
I was a student of Spud's way back when at Gardendale. He taught me to be passionate about art, if that was your true calling but don't ruin the name of art if your just doing it for a grade. I am so sorry for your loss.
Teresa "Hanna" McCown Mobile Al
April 11, 2012
I remember Spud and Jimmy from Gardendale Vocational School. I was actually wondering about Spud not long ago. He was always smiling and he was such a great encourager. I noticed he always seem to take a great interest in his students and I felt like I missed out by not having him as a teacher due to my lack of artistic talents. He made an impact on me just by being there. His legacy will live on through so many lives. I pray that the sorrow his family and friends feel will in time be...
Vicki Richardson Borella
April 03, 2012 | Trussville, AL
Spud was my art teacher in high school. He was a wonderful teacher and always encouraged all of us.He took time to listen and to care. I am so sorry for your loss.
Diane Wallace Love
April 03, 2012 | Birmimgham, AL
This man was a major reason for me graduating high school. He saw talent and abilities in me that I didn't. He believed in me when I didn't. I have thought of him many, many times over the years. He changed my life and I will be forever grateful. I did not stay in the art industry but art is still a major part of my life. I was blessed to have known him. My sincere condolences to his family. I know you must have many wonderful memories of him, he was certainly one of a kind.
Vicki Trotter
April 01, 2012 | Warrior, AL
I have lived through art all my life and it was Spud who taught me I could do it even when I felt it was a lost cause. When really hard emotional times set on me in high school, Spud was the one who helped me through it. I loved him, respected him and now will miss him even more.
Cindy Gravlee Bonds
April 01, 2012 | Hoover, AL
Spud showed me that real art came from inside you, and expressing it was a craft. He was my vocational art teacher, but more than that he was my mentor and he taught me how to be a mentor. Thank you to his whole family for sharing him with so many. Real wealth is measured in how many lives you touch and effect, and in that Spud Wallace was one of the wealthies men I have ever known.
Vicki Gregg-Crutchfield
March 27, 2012 | Houston, TX
My heart goes out to you Minta and Jim, and all your family. It was truly and honor to get to know him through you Jim. Your love ,devotion and admiration of your father was truly wonderful. God loves you both as I do.
Gene Latham
March 27, 2012 | Orlando, FL