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Walter Wallace Obituary

Wallace Walter "Bishop" Wallace, September 30, 1940 - September 6, 2016. Born in Talladega, Alabama moved to Columbus, Ohio around the age of 10. Member of Wesley United Methodist Church. Graduated from Columbus East High School and attended Franklin University. Preceded in death by mother Ruth Christine Chandler Wallace, father Ernest Wallace Sr., six brothers, five sisters and daughter Angela Lynn Wallace. Surviving relatives wife, Marion Jean Wallace; sons, Terry and Teron Wallace; daughters, Robin Jeffers, Rochelle Bettis, Ronette Smith, Crystal Johnson, Renalda Bufka, and Ruciana (Demetrius) Wallace-Pate; brothers, Robert (Terry) Wallace, Jessie Wallace; sister, Gladys Wallace; loyal friend of many years, Mike Smith; 24 grandchildren and great grandchildren. Organist of the Wallace Bros. Band and later inducted into the Columbus Senior Musicians Hall of Fame. He worked for Columbus Public Schools for many years as a bus driver, maintenance technician and a painter. Home Going Celebration will begin at 12 noon on Monday, September 12, 2016 at Christ United Methodist Church, 1480 Zettler Rd., where family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until time of service. Pastor Sokoto Fulani, officiating. Interment Glen Rest Memorial Estate. Visit www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits to sign Bishop's online memory book.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Sep. 9 to Sep. 11, 2016.

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October 4, 2016

My dear neighbourhood, high school and music friend. With your brother Jesse, we started our first band together, rehearsing at your house just across from mine on Atchison Street. We rejoiced together, learning the "new" Doo-wop R&B music of the mid-late 50's. Life led us in different directions but in my heart we're still on Atchison Street, learning the latest songs from Little Richard, James Brown ... listening to Doctor Bop on the radio. The memories are forever gold. Rest In Peace dear Brother Walter, may the angels attend you. Condolences to all the Wallace family. Jimmy Helms

Amanda Thompson(Zechar)

September 18, 2016

Mrs. Jean I am so sorry for your loss. I know we were just talking about this on the phone and I can't believe he is gone. He was an amazing man and was so loving to my mom and I. He was always there for us. His smile was so bright and so loving. I have truly loved getting to know him. Now him and my mom are in heaven talking and looking down on us. Again I'm so so so sorry. Hugs and love to you and your family!

Westbrook

September 13, 2016

Dear Wallace Family
We send our deepest sympathy and condolences to you. Mr Wallace will truly be missed. He was a kind person and a wonderful family man. I know you will keep fond memories of his life in your hearts forever. Big hugs and love to all.

Lafayette and Teeny Westbrook & Family

Scott Dudley

September 12, 2016

Mrs. Wallace & Family: Mr. Wallace was a great man who was willing to share some of his wisdom with me. I am forever grateful to have had those opportunities. His memory, wisdom, fatherly advice and love will stay with me as long as I live.

Justina Harmon

September 12, 2016

Prayer's and Blessings to the Family

Patricia McCall-Steele

September 12, 2016

To Jean, daughters, Teron and Terry Wallace, Robert, Jessie and Gladys Wallace. Walt no longer have any worries or pain for he is with God. Walt was my former brother-in-law and was nice to all that crossed his path. My condolences and prayers are with all of you.

September 11, 2016

To Mrs. Wallace and Family, Weeping endures for a Night, but Joy comes in the Morning.

Linda Barnett and Edna Jones
Massillon, Ohio

September 11, 2016

Jean and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Scott and Miles Families/Tuskegee, AL.

CHERRY CRUMP

September 11, 2016

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE DAD, LOVE YOU. YOUR DAUGHTER NIKKI CRUMP.

Shirley smith Mixon

September 11, 2016

To my friend and big sister I love you and know you have been a good wife and took good care of your husband. I will cherish the time we have spent together. There is an Angel rejoicing and singing in heaven.Praying for you and the family. I will always be there for you. God please give them strength and peace. Amen
Brother Walt no more mountain to clime rest my brother until we meet again.

September 11, 2016

Jean,my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Sympathy is .......... Your pain in our hearts. Nancy Ward Crabtree.

Kevin Wallace

September 11, 2016

A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts, through us, they live on. My condolences.

Tara "Mike" & Valarie

Tara Wallace

September 10, 2016

Thank You Uncle Walter. You shared your ministry of Music that left many cherished memories that I will now share with others.
You sang it and I recorded it.
"It Is Well with my Soul".

September 10, 2016

My deepest condolences to Mrs. Wallace, her daughters and extended family. I remember when Ms. Jean and Mr. Walt got married. I was always welcomed in their home and they are like family to me. May your many memories be a source of comfort and strength to you. You all are in my family's thoughts and prayers. Chiquita Calloway Walton on behalf of the Calloway family.

Jerry Harper

September 10, 2016

RIP old Friend

Angela Griffin

September 10, 2016

God has gain another angel I will keep the family in my prayers

Semela Wallace

September 10, 2016

I'm going to miss my Uncle Walter. I will always remember him taking my brother and I to school. He always made us laugh. Aunt Jean I am sending you condolences. We know you took good care of him! Love Semela

Walter Davis

September 10, 2016

Rest in peace Uncle Walt

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