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Garland Wallace Obituary
passed away Aug. 8, 2012 in Mesa, AZ. He was born Feb. 8, 1913, in Liberty, MO to Carrie June Allen and Byron Procter Wallace. Buck moved to Arizona as a young man. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 yrs, Juanita L. Morehead Wallace. He is survived by his children, Archie Lobb (Carolyn, deceased) and Wanda Thompson (Charles), grandchildren, David Lobb, Sheryl (Curt) Stradling, Richard (Kristi) Carpenter, Russell (Kristyn) Shumway, Steve (Shannon) Thompson; great-grandchildren Austin, Jenna (Josh) Wood, Trey, Chad, Seth, Race, Zane, Preston, Parker, Porter, Charlize, Adelaide Rose, and great-great-grandson Freddie Wood. He is also survived by his dear friend, Barbara Lamburtes. Mr. Wallace served in the Navy during WWII. His varied career included construction, AZ Highway Patrolman, and 20 years as a State Ranger with the AZ Game and Fish Department. Buck loved working in the beautiful mountains and lakes of AZ with his horse, Pard. A 60 yr member of the Masonic Temple, he was a well-liked and generous man, recognized by his western hat, cowboy shirt w/pearl snaps, wranglers, leather belt 'BUCK', and cowboy boots. Buck always had a smile and a story. He is cherished by his family, friends and will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, please send any memorial gifts to Sunshine Acres Children's Home, 3405 N. Higley Rd., Mesa, AZ 85215. Funeral services are Tuesday, August 14, 2012 at 11 AM, preceded by a visitation at 10 AM at Bunker's Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ.
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Jon Moody
August 14, 2012
I spent some time with Buck and the boys for morning coffee and loved listening to all of the great story's he had to tell. Wow! What a life!
Kay and Carter Herrera
August 13, 2012
Buck was a wonderful next-door neighbor. Although we had been his neighbors for only three years, we considered him family. Carter enjoyed visiting with him around his backyard "campfire" and having an occasional beer with him. We'll miss him and his wonderful stories.
Niki McNutt
August 13, 2012
We were so blessed to meet and visit with Buck when our daughter lived next door to him. His character,smile and genuine care of others is rare in today's world.There will be a huge void without him here...but Heaven is a much grander place with him!Wanda and family we ask God to give you peace and strength during this time.Affectionately Niki and Jim McNutt El Paso Tx.
Saundra Adrian
August 13, 2012
He was a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom Spalding
August 11, 2012
Great Ranger ! and Great man !
Joy Schantz
August 11, 2012
Dear Family: Buck was a special person. He was one of the Arizona Game and Fish Department's best! He and Pard will be missed by so many who knew him. God Bless and keep you
August 11, 2012
Our heartfelt Sympathy, is with you and your family. Words fall short in sad times, yet we wanted you to know our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Wanda, we know your dad was a special man to all who knew him, he will never be forgotten to all who knew him. Peace, Prayers and Blessings!
Ursula & Brian Haynes
Gisela Stewart
August 11, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the whole family.
May our loving God give you comfort.
In Friendship, Gisela
August 10, 2012
Buck will be forever in my heart and prayers. I lost a very dear friend! I know God and angels are with him as well as his beautiful wife.
Love,
Melissa McNutt
Susan Crawford
August 10, 2012
My folks were fortunate to have Buck for a neighbor and our entire family always enjoyed listening to his true tales of his life in Arizona.
From the Staff of Bunker Family Funeral Homes
August 9, 2012
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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