Seattle, Washington
Philip Wallace passed away in Seattle, Washington. The obituary was featured in The Seattle Times on August 27, 2011, and Edmonton Journal on August 30, 2011.
Father Phil was an important part of our children's lives... performing their Baptisms, First Communion, being part of Faith Formation and Mass their entire lives. He was a really fantastic, generous, and loving priest, and our lives have been touched by his gentle spirit, faith and grace. We will miss Father Phil.
Sincerely, The O'Byrne Family
Linda O'Byrne
September 13, 2011 | Bellevue, WA
It was such a pleasure to see Fr. Phil whenever he visited Vancouver. I especially remember my visits to Seahurst, leaving my car at his place, while I flew out of Seattle to California.
I also appreciated all the wonderful Christmas cards with such inspiring personal messages, with photos of the Sanctuary of St. Francis of Assisi filled with red poinettias, and most of all, his picture that he enclosed in his last Christmas card.
I was so fortunate to know Fr. Phil through the long...
Larry Bauer
September 10, 2011 | Vancouver, BC
I'm so glad I got to meet you in Moncton, New Brunswidk. I went to school with your father in Hillsborough, New Brunswick. And, I knew so well, all of your father's brothers and sisters - the Wallace Family.
From the first time that I met you, I immediately saw the kindness shine from your dear face.
You were certainly a gift from God.
And now, you rest eternally in God's Kingdom.
My sincere sympathy to the Wallace family.
Dorothy Bauer, age 97, from Moncton, New...
Dorothy Bauer
September 10, 2011 | Moncton, NB
For those who might have missed it, there was a wonderful article about Phil in Wednesday's edition of the Seattle Times. The link is http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2016060250_wallaceobit31m.html.
Chris and Kathy Kane
September 02, 2011
Thank you Fr. Phil for your wisdom, your insight, your love, and your dedication to the Catholic Church.
Jacqueline Smith
August 31, 2011 | Monroe, WA
I am so sorry for his Family for the loss of such a wonderful person, Uncle, Brother, and Friend.
Fr. Phil was a gift to our family and made us feel so special; like we were the most important people in the world to him. He touched so many people's lives this way and we feel blessed that we were part of his life.
I met Fr. Phil when my husband and I were married, he presided at our wedding and other family events over the years. I am thankful for his support, prayers, guidance,...
Mary Jo Lovell
August 31, 2011 | Seattle, WA
Phil, we shared time together on promotion as we carried out our mission work by visiting parishes on the weekend to speak of Maryknoll and the missions throughout the world. It was not our intention or choice to stay in the US but God had other plans for us. Now you have fulfilled His work for you on earth. We ask you to continue interceding for us while we are still on the journey awaiting that final reunion at God's appointed time. Thank you for your example, courage, humor, and...
Charlie Winkler
August 31, 2011 | Delray Beach, FL
Fr. Phil, I will never forget the day I met you. My father was very sick and in great need of a priest, and you were there. You gave our whole family so much during that difficult time. Thank you for everything! Jeanne, Dave, Caitlin, Elissa, Joseph, Erin and Laura Grace Davis
August 31, 2011
Fr. Phil was one of the finest priests I have ever known. He had a wonderful way with people, putting them at ease right away wth his ready smile. Now he has gone to his eternal reward after many fruitful years in the priesthood. May God give you eternal rest, Fr. Phil. You will always be in out thoughts and prayers. Your classmate,
Fr. Peter Barry, MM
August 31, 2011