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for Barry Wallace
A. Friend
April 17, 2007
Barry,
Thinking of and missing you today. Happy Birthday.
A. Friend
Marty Raskin
November 11, 2006
Kristi and Kids,
I was tremendously saddened yesterday to hear of Barry's passing. He was a remarkable man with an incredible personality and character. I wish you and the children peace and great memories of Barry and the great impact that he had on others. Peace and best wishes.
Barry as an 18 year old at QPR 13th April 79
October 30, 2006
lee griffiths
October 30, 2006
Hi everyone , I have been truely humbled by every person who has taken time out to offer there thoughts, prayers and memories of a truely great person .. Barry Wallace ..my uncle , Barry left these shores when i was a 12 year old , he lived with me and my family for 18 months back in 1977-78 when he was playing for QPR in the english 1st division and as a young lad i was truely in awe of him , not everyone has a pro footballer living with them , i was so proud, he was more of a brother than an uncle and i looked up to him ... he was my hero.. he taught me how to play the game i love from a very young age and my earlist memories are of him playing for a local side called Strone FC.. , i am 39 now and i have truely missed him since the day he left us in the UK to bring joy and happiness to so many people in the USA , Yes i got to see him when he used to come over .. the last time was with Daniel and Sophie and few Christmas's ago.. over course we say at the time .. Yeah.. i will see you next year .. look forward to it .. unfortunately that was not meant to be ... when he became ill there was so much i wanted to tell him , but he was to ill and the time was taken so fast , my Mum and her sisters visited him just before he died .. and i glad my mum passed on my love i had for him. Barry will be remembered for a long long time because every child he taught every person he met he left an ever lasting... special place in their hearts for him.. He WILL be so sorely missed he was ,as so many people have said .. a gentleman, a man of his word and lived with an honor that was second to none.if i am half the man he was i will be very happy.. god bless my dear uncle , i love you .... Lee griffiths
Ralph Van Horn
October 29, 2006
Dear Wallace family,
I was shocked and terribly saddened to just now hear of Barry's passing. He was a good friend to our family when he lived in Tulsa. I was fortunate to have also met his parents and siblings. We shared some good times together. His parents, Jim and Vi, were the salt of the earth. I knew Barry as a conscientious, dedicated young man with a great sense of humor, in addition to being a gifted athlete. It is a real tradedy that he has been lost at such an early age. My heart goes out to Kristi and the kids, as well as the entire Wallace family.
sheryl may
October 28, 2006
Kristie - I am so sad to hear about Barry. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gayla Guard
October 28, 2006
Kristi and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, I was fortunate to have worked with Barry when he was at Gear. He was a wonderful person and I will always remember how he had a smile for everyone and friendly or funny word. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ann Blanner
October 25, 2006
Kristy & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your children will be in my prayers. God bless you.
Marie Lemon
October 25, 2006
Kristi, So sorry for your loss.Barry was a great person. I have wonderful memories of our Roughneck Days. I hope you can share these great memories with your children. Marie Lemon
Gary and Patti Williams
October 25, 2006
Kristi and Family,
Barry had such a positive impact on everyone he came into contact with. His interaction with our family enabled us to learn and enjoy the game of soccer. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Kathy Hofer
October 25, 2006
Kristi - You are in our thoughts and prayers. Barry was a great man, on and off the field of soccer. He will be missed by many. Lots of hugs & love to you and your family!!
jim lemon
October 25, 2006
Dear Wallace Family,
thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad and trying time. I remember Barry with smileswhen I think of our time together at the Roughnecks. A special man who leaves a legacy of laughter and fine example.
God Bless you all
Jim Lemon
BILLY CASKEY
October 25, 2006
KRISTY AND FAMILY Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our two daughters Kerry and Lindsey spent many happy times with Barry in our Roughneck days. Margaret and myself will always remember these great times. Your friends forever THE CASKEYS..
Stacey Boyle
October 25, 2006
Kristie and family,
A great man will be greatly missed and hold a special place in many hearts. Never to be forgotten. God bless Barry and his family. Stacey Boyle
Chris Travalent
October 24, 2006
Kristi and Family, I was honored to get to know Barry. I'm not sure if we have formally met except possibly at the youth soccer fields. I have fond memories cheering for Barry when I was in high school and he played for the Comets. I was fortunate later in life to get to play soccer with him as he worked with a number of my college friends from Baker University. He was a class guy and I only hope that I can touch as many people's lives as he did through this fun game of soccer. You are in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Chris Travalent
President, KC Select Soccer Club
Dan Mahr
October 24, 2006
Kristi and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about your loss of Barry. My memories of him at GEAR were always of the man you could always count on for anything. Since those days, seeing him up at school functions and the girl's dances were of his smile when he saw you and always a kind thing to say. He was a great man and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Cheryl (Lemon) Ryder
October 24, 2006
Dear Kristi and Family,
I was deeply shocked and saddened to hear of Barry's untimely passing. I would like to express my heartfelt sympathy to all of you at this most difficult time. May the wonderful memories you have of your husband and father bring you comfort.
Love,
Brad Cox
October 24, 2006
Kristi and Family - I have been honored to know Barry. It was a professional relationship that grew into a personal friendship. Barry's strong character and personality traits are what we should all strive to follow. It is a tremendous loss for everyone, but there are so many great memories that will keep him with us. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom Wiese
October 24, 2006
Kristi and Family,
What can I say that has not been said with all these wonderful entries. Know that Barry meant a tremendous amount to me and all who knew him. He embraced me from the first day I met him at Gear, along with all of those whom he met during our rec indoor days! His actions truly spoke louder than his words. Believe me, I've tried to take some of his characteristics to heart and apply them in everyday life. He will be missed, but not forgotten. Please know our family's thoughts and prayers are with you!!
Respectfully,
The Wiese Family
Tim Walenczyk
October 23, 2006
To the Wallaces, Though I did not know Barry well, my son plays in the Rangers, and I know the respect he garnered in the soccer community. I'm sorry for your loss. He was a good father, husband, and man, Tim, Taylor, Kennis
Anna Perdue
October 23, 2006
I was so very sorry to hear of Barry's death. My family and many of our friends have wonderful memories of him. He will be missed by many.
Meg Peterson
October 23, 2006
Dear Wallace/Gazonas family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time. May you find the strength to make it through these tough times. Sincerely, Meg
Lori and Rob Koch
October 23, 2006
Kristi,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you, Sophie and your family. We feel so blessed to have known Barry and to have him working so closely with Kenzie. He was very special to her and she will never forget him.
DAVE HOSIER
October 23, 2006
Kristi and family we are saddened by the loss of such a wonderful man. Barry brought many great memories to the time I spent with him at Gear. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Rosemary Massey
October 23, 2006
Kristi and Family, I was lucky to have worked with Barry at Gear. He was gentle and kind, and so proud of his wonderful family. May your wonderful memories bring peace to your hearts in this time of sadness..Rosemary Massey
Christine Ammel
October 23, 2006
What a tragedy to happen to a great man and his family! Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Vicki Soetaert
October 23, 2006
Dear Kristi & Sophie,
Our thoughts and prayers have been with you daily through all of this. Our friendship began as Sydney and Sophie became friends in daycare. Barry taught the love of soccer to both of our children. He was our personal friend, a man of strong character. He will be deeply missed. We wish both of you strentgh as time will be the best healer. Love & Prayers, Sydney, Tyler, Jeff and Vicki Soetaert
Delroy Allen
October 23, 2006
Wallace Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with your family in your time of grief. I am a former Tulsa Roughneck teammate and friend who enjoyed my time spent with Barry. He was truely a professional in all aspect of the game. May your memories bring you comfort.
Norfolk VA.
Doug and Sandi Fuller
October 23, 2006
Kristi and family,
We are so saddened by your loss. He will be missed by all. His memories of love and compassion will give you the strength to continue on. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
With love,
Doug and Sandi Fuller
Crawford Frederick
October 23, 2006
Wallace family: We were saddened at your loss & know that he will be missed. He meant a lot to our family during his years with the Roughnecks. Barry was the one who gave our kids the inspiration to play soccer. Our prayers are with your family. Thanks for the memories. Crawford, Joan, Ginger & James Frederick.
Thomas Iadevaia
October 22, 2006
Kristi and Sophia,
With deepest sympathy for your loss of Barry.
May beautiful memories live in your hearts forever.
Your both will be remembered in our thoughts and prayers.
Your Tulsa Friends.
Tom, Gayle and T.A. Iadevaia
Terry & Sandra, Dean & Samantha Hennessey
October 22, 2006
Kristi & Family,
Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Barry was a wonderful player and made a great contribution to the Tulsa team. His contribution off the field was tremendous - his loyalty and strength of character was highly respected and he will always be remembered.
Tom Hanneman
October 21, 2006
Kristi and Sohpie,
We just want you to know we're thinking about you.
Tom & Diane
Stephanie Fox
October 21, 2006
Wallace family: I was so saddened to hear of Barry's passing. Lynn Moreland (Victor's wife) told me Wednesday and it was like an arrow in my heart. I know the days of the original Tulsa Roughnecks are far in the past but they are so much a part of my childhood and adolesence and my family memories. I loved watching your husband play--he was and is an inspiration. Thank you Barry for all the memories!!! My heartfelt condolences for the Wallace family and friends.
Noel Lemon
October 21, 2006
Kristi & family, A terrible tragedy. This is what makes it so difficult to write. I brought Barry to the USA when he was 19 & he never let me down. He will be sadly missed by all members of the Roughneck family. Noel Lemon. Former VP & GM Tulsa Roughnecks.
Gregory Johnson
October 20, 2006
Kristi and family, I can very easily say that Barry was one of those rare people that always had a kind word, a ready smile and a teasing joke for everyone. Barry was simply a genuinely nice and gracious man - to everyone. If our lives can measured by the love we leave behind when we're gone; Barry lives on & on. Greg Johnson
Brian, Kim, Kara & Brian Beair
October 20, 2006
Kristi & Kids: We are shocked and saddened by your loss. Barry was very special to so many different people in many ways, but we know his true joy was all of you. We pray that God will bring comfort to you now and in the future. Much love.
Greg Moore
October 20, 2006
Barry Wallace was an excellent player for the Tulsa Roughnecks and will always be remembered by the fans for his contributions to the success of the team.
Venesa Fielden
October 20, 2006
Wallace Family,
Barry will be greatly missed. I have always been a fan from the time he was in Tulsa with the Roughnecks. He has given me and my family so many treasured soccer memories. He will forever be in our hearts. THANK YOU BARRY FOR THE MEMORIES!!!!!!
Tom Mai
October 20, 2006
Kristi and family:
My sincere condolences to you all. I will certainly miss my friend, and Barry left no doubt in my mind that in addition to being a devoted husband and father, he was also your dear friend as well. I worked with Barry for only a year, but I was fortunate that we maintained our friendship; and each time we got together, I managed to gain some pearls of wisdom from him. His character and integrity were of the highest degree. You should all be extremely proud of him for the fingerprints that he left on so many hearts.
John Sukovaty
October 20, 2006
As a kid growing up in Tulsa, I started playing soccer and Barry presented me with my first skills tournament trophy during an indoor game. I will never forgot the memory of Barry playing, teaching and enjoying the game. Peace be with you.
Colin Bent
October 20, 2006
To the Barry Wallace Family:
My sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one. Barry was truly one of my favourite players and one I got to know through my friend and former Roughneck Delroy Allen. He provided me and my family a lot of enjoyment and took his trade very seriously. He was truly loved and respected by all. We will all miss him. May his soul rest in peace.
Jana Austerman
October 20, 2006
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
John Neubauer
October 20, 2006
Dear Kristi and Family,
My thoughts are with you and I grieve for the loss of this great man. "Boomer" and I had the chance to work together while I was a rep for Gear, and he was honest, direct, and his word was his bond. I'll always cherish the British vs. German banter between us.
I would be proud to have my sons grow up to be just like him.
God bless you, my friend.
John Neubauer and Family
Dave Kennedy
October 20, 2006
Kristi and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness. Though I have been away from the K.C. area for 6 years, I remember Barry as if it were yesterday and he was running me around on the tennis court. Barry will be greatly missed, and I will always have fond memories of him.
Diane Burnett
October 20, 2006
Kristi,
I am very sorry for your loss. All my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Barry was a wonderful man and will be missed greatly.
Mike Rellihan
October 20, 2006
Kristi- I am so sorry to hear about Barry. I enjoyed working with you and Barry at Gear for Sports.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Suzy McClain
October 20, 2006
To the Wallace family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Barry and I were good friends when he lived in Tulsa. He will always hold a special place in my heart.
My thoughts and prayers will be with you and he will be missed by many.
Alicia Boydston
October 20, 2006
Barry was a man of tremendous character, with a true appreciation for life. I learned a lot from Barry in many aspects, but most importantly about how important it is to live life according to the principles in which you believe. I feel privileged to have known him.
May God bless your family, and bring peace to your hearts through fond memories.
Dale Watts
October 20, 2006
Kristi and family,
Please know that the soccer family of Oklahoma Soccer Association will always remember the smiling young man who came to Tulsa in 1980 and won our hearts with his courageous play and skill. He was a fan favorite and was always available for training sessions with teams at the club level or high school level.
I never appreciated his ability to send the long ball accurately until I saw him play on a natural grass surface and place ball after ball on the leading foot of a striker 60 yards down the field!
But most of all, I remember the joy he had for the game. Whether it was outdoor or indoor, his enthusiasm was infectious and we came to love him for that.
I am running a small article on Barry in the Oklahoma Soccer newsletter that will go out in November to 37,000 soccer fans. I know that they will all say prayers for you and the family and they will give you strength to carry on.
When you have the time, please contact me so I can publish more info on how our members can donate to the college fund you have set up.
don farquhar
October 20, 2006
I had the pleasure of photographing Berry for several years when he was with the Comets.
He truly was one of a kind.
Kristi and family you are in our prayers.
Jason Krakow
October 20, 2006
Kristi and family - Andrea and I wish you the strength of heart that Barry brought to his life and to the world around him. Loving, loyalty, and laughter are the ways in which Barry committed himself everyday. Honoring his memory is as easy as a simple laugh, or sharing a moment with a friend. We pray that his memory will be an inspiration to you all.
Scott Durham
October 20, 2006
Dear Kristi and family,
I'm very sorry for your loss and offer my deepest respect and condolences. Only great memories exist in my mind of Barry, as I was blessed to have been able to know him. God provided Barry to us all and it's obvious he has had a great impact on many lives in such a positive way. I'll always remember his humor and his electric smile. He'll be missed but will be loved in memory. Take great care.
Chris Gaddis
October 19, 2006
From a friend & a fan
Tulsa Oklahoma loves you
Nancy Schleicher-White
October 19, 2006
Kristi, I was so sorry to hear of Barry's illness and death. I wish I had the pleasure of meeting him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Matthew Regan and family
October 19, 2006
Sophie and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your father's passing. Please know that you and your family are in the hearts and prayers of so many.
Mary (Schleicher) Doty
October 19, 2006
Kristi,
so sorry to hear of your grave loss. May our Lord keep you ever in His Loving Kindness and Care, comforting you, especially now.
Lorry Abel (Atwater)
October 19, 2006
Kristi and Family, You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring peace to your hearts and many smiles of remembrance. Barry will be missed. He brought an uplifting "spark" to the workday, each and every day. Take care of each other.
Kylie Fanning
October 19, 2006
Morgan, Sophie, and Family
Sophie I am So Sorry. Words can't even explain how sorry I am for you guys. Sympathy and Love.
Chris,Kathy and Abigail Zuber
October 19, 2006
Kristi and Family,
I was so very sorry to hear of Barry's passing. I will remember him fomdly as a man who I was proud to have known and worked with. My family and I are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
With our deepest regards and respects at this time in your lives,
Oscar Albuquerque
October 19, 2006
My sincere condolences to the Wallace family. Barry, You will be miss.
The Albuquerque's family.
Kara Stahl
October 19, 2006
Kristi - My heart goes out to you and the kids. I pray that the fond memories of Barry and the legacy that he left help to ease the pain. We are all grateful to have known him.
Valerie Radice
October 19, 2006
Kristi and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your Friends
Lou,Val,Rio,Jasmine,Mike and Siena Radice
Sonja Glider-Wald
October 19, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. While it has been many years since I knew you through the Comets organization, the memories of that time are always very special to me. I always admired Barry. He was genuine and kind. Through the demands of playing, practices and personal appearanances, I never heard him complain. He loved what he did and he loved the fans.
Take care and hold those special things in your hearts....
Michael and Natalia King
October 19, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Barry's family. May God bless and keep you.
David Porter
October 19, 2006
I had known Barry for less than two years when one afternoon sitting in his office talking "shop" he opened an envelope and inside were two soccer cards with a note explaining the thrills Barry had brought to this fan and his son and asking for Barry to autograph the cards from his playing days in Tulsa. Needless to say I was amazed and it opened up a new world and friendship between us. I came to learn that almost everyone associated with big time US soccer knows him. Barry was as humble as he was kind. He will be missed. His spirit will live forever in the lives he touched...
RICK LOEWENHERZ
October 19, 2006
THE ENTIRE ROUGHNECK FAMILY WILL SURELY MISS YOU. GOD SPEED NUMBER 3
Penny Wood
October 19, 2006
Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Barry will be missed by the many lives he touched during his time here on Earth. God has taken a special angel home.
Sarah Prince
October 19, 2006
Sorry for your great Loss. We pray that God watches over your family in this time of sadness.
Dustin & Sarah Prince
Sheila
October 19, 2006
To the Wallace Family,
My condolences on the loss of Barry. I was a huge KC Comets fan and attended all the home games. May your faith in God bring you comfort during your time of sorrow.
Linda & Al Theno
October 19, 2006
Kristi and family, Barry was such a humble, awesome man. It is good to know he is in a much better place and free of pain. You are all in our prayers. "Mate" will be greatly missed!!
Keith Borucki
October 19, 2006
Kristi and family, I was so sorry to hear of Barry's illness and passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Barry was one of my heros as a teenager watching him play soccer for the Tulsa Roughnecks. He was a great player and as I finished college, I was fortunate enough to get to play with and against him in the Tulsa area. It is one of my fondest memories as a soccer player to get to play with someone of his caliber.
I wasn't very close to Barry but we would run into each other occasionally in KC, one time on a flight, a few times at the gym and at the indoor facilities in Lenexa and he would always remember who I was which really meant alot to me! He was truly a great guy and someone I won't forget.
Maryam Shad
October 19, 2006
I was so sorry to learn of Barry's death. I was a huge Wichita Wings fan and remember him fondly from his playing days there. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and friends.
Chuck Pisano
October 19, 2006
Kristi and family, I'm so very sorry to hear of your great loss. I feel very lucky to have been friends with Barry for the short time we knew each other. I will always remember the tennis matches we had and will keep Barry's memory in my heart forever.
Ted Steinmeyer
October 19, 2006
Dear Kristi and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss and pray that you will soon be comforted by the wonderful memories of Barry that you hold in your hearts and minds.
Don & Denise Kranker & family
October 19, 2006
Dear Krisiti and family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time and please know we send our love to you.
Laura, Don, Luke & Leah Fields
October 19, 2006
Kristi and family, we were incredibly saddened to hear of Barry's illness and then his passing yesterday. It's so hard to understand how things like this happen to good people. Our hearts go out to you, and the girls and Daniel and hope you can find a way to make sense of it. We miss our fun neighbors and all the years we spent out in the driveway with the kids. I know that Barry will be greatly missed and wanted you to know we were thinking of you.
Lisa Chaney-Smith
October 19, 2006
My Dad told me that if you can count 5 true friends at the end of your life, you have been blessed. Barry was one of those friends to me. He made a big impact on me and I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Rachel Gaskill
October 19, 2006
To the Wallace Family:
I remember Barry from when he played in Wichita and Tulsa. My heartfelt sympathies to you all. May God give you peace in your hearts, knowing that Barry is with Him now, and is not suffering anymore. He has won the ultimate championship!
Sincerely,
Sarah Kreimer
October 19, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with Barry and his family. He was a fantastic person who will be missed greatly!
Lyndsey Normand
October 19, 2006
Lyndsey Normand and Family.
Kelli Bernd *Henton*
October 19, 2006
Thinking of Barry's family, and the many friends whose lives have been touched by knowing such a wonderful man. Barry had an enormous heart, and was loved by all as a mentor and confidant. I feel blessed having known him, and will miss him dearly.
The Moore Family
October 19, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We will miss Barry terribly. He was a gentle man of awesome character. He gave so much of himself to the girls he coached. Our only regret is that we didn't know him longer.
The Herndon Family
October 18, 2006
Our hearts ache for Barry's family. We hope you take comfort in knowing that he touched so many lives in a positive way. He will be greatly missed. We pray that you will feel God's comforting embrace in this sad time.
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