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GEORGE WALLACE Obituary

WALLACE, George L. Jr. Passed away peacefully on June 25, 2020, at home, surrounded by his loving family. He leaves behind his wife, Janice (Miller) Wallace, whom he adored for over 49 years of wedded bliss. Beloved father of Pamela Evans of Dorchester, Marianne Leaman and her husband, William of Hanover, James Wallace and his wife, Erin of Duxbury, and the late George C. Wallace. George was blessed with 6 grandchildren; Sarah, Timothy, Gavin, Coleen, Christine and Caroline. Brother of Robert Wallace and his wife, Heather of Morgan Hill, CA, and the late Marilyn Wallace and Charles Wallace. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. There are fond memories of George's devotion to various activities at St. Ann Parish, including Boy Scouts, Lector, Eucharistic Minister, Parish Picnic, Finance Committee and Bingo. With his wonderful wife Jan, he visited all 50 states, enjoyed traveling abroad and setting sail on cruises. His favorite pastimes include spending time with his family and friends, and playing games such as Monopoly, Trouble, cribbage and whist. Visiting Hours in the John J. O'Connor & Son Funeral Home, 740 Adams St. (near Gallivan Blvd.), DORCHESTER, Monday from 4-8pm. Due to the ongoing health situation, facemasks and proper social distancing will be required. If you wish to sign the guestbook, please bring your own pen. Funeral Mass will remain private. Interment in Cedar Grove Cemetery. For directions & expressions of sympathy, www.oconnorandson.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 26 to Jun. 28, 2020.

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Maureen Norman

October 17, 2020

I’m so sorry to hear George passed away. I only knew him a few years and saw him at tax time. He was a great person, always happy and upbeat. My condolences to the Wallace family.
Maureen Norman

July 3, 2020

Jan and Family, We want to extend our sympathies to you about George's passing. He was a nice man and quite a character. Thinking of you. Terri and Rick Norkus

Robert Manning Jr

June 30, 2020

Thank you for mentoring me during our time together. You were a great role model and a better friend. God Bless Good Rest. Love you sir
Robbie Manning

Joyce Papa

June 30, 2020

Mrs. Wallace, Jim, Erin, Gavin, Coleen and the extended Wallace Family.
Our deepest condolences extended on your loss.
May you find peace and comfort from the happy memories you once shared.
May George Rest In Peace.

Warmly,
John Visconti & Joyce Papa

Alice Horn

June 27, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Alice Horn

June 27, 2020

Jan and family. Know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. How does one start to say everything thing that we remember about George ? His loving and caring ways, his contagious laughter, and the fun we had at the Mansfield reunions. Rest in peace my friend. I can hear him now singing in the heavenly choir. Someone warn St. Peter!!!!!!! Jan we love you, BIG HUGS for all, Blessings. Sam & Alice

Robert Wallace

June 27, 2020

George was my older brother by three years and I enjoyed growing up with him in Dorchester. I have fond memories of him ice fishing in the winter and fishing off the gas tank pier and Adams St. river bridge. George was always available to offer help to any family member in the time of need and old age care with his beloved wife Jan. He truly loved all his children and grandchildren and told me he wanted to live as long as he could seeing them growing up and loving them. I was glad that he and my brother Charlie flew out to California for a salmon river fishing trip five years ago. The three of us had a great time laughing and joking about our childhood memories and catching salmon. I will miss him dearly and my prayers go out to him and his family forever. Love Bob Wallace

Wayne McLaughlin

June 27, 2020

Jan I am so very sorry for your loss George was a great guy who always made me laugh.

Wayne McLaughlin

June 27, 2020

Jan my sincerest condolences George was a great guy and always made me laugh and was so much fun to be around

June 27, 2020

Jan and The Wallace Family, so sorry to hear of George's passing. Linda and I have great memories of our times with you and George. May he rest in peace. Jay and Linda Lyons

Randy Smith

June 26, 2020

George Wallace was one of the Greatest Human Beings and Friend that I have ever met. We have been together at the USS Mansfield Reunion for 20 years. My Wife and I will greatly miss George at the Reunion for many years to come. He was Honest in every aspect of Life and his word was exactly what you could expect from George. Rest In Peace George. We Love You.

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