Geneva R. Wallace

Geneva  R. Wallace obituary, Omaha, NE

Geneva R. Wallace

Geneva R. Wallace Obituary

Visit the Roeder Mortuary - 108th Chapel website to view the full obituary.

Omaha - Geneva R. Wallace, 78, entered into her heavenly homegoing on Saturday evening, August 2, 2025, when the angel of the Lord came and took her home. She was born on April 17, 1947, in Birmingham, Alabama, to the late Helen Richardson and the late James M. Richardson of Mississippi. Geneva was the second oldest of six children: Annette Roseman, James Richardson, Deanna Richardson, Vanona R. Williams, and the late Terry Richardson.

 She was educated in the Birmingham Public School System, attending Aberta Shields Elementary School and the historic Ullman High School under the direction of W.C. Handy. Geneva was also a proud foot soldier at the beginning of the Civil Rights Era, marching for the rights of others.

 On November 20, 1968, she moved to Omaha, Nebraska, where she joined the Job Corps. Upon completion, she was hired as a telephone operator.

 Introduced to Christ at an early age by her mother and grandmother, Geneva's faith became a guiding light throughout her life. She lived with compassion, kindness, and strength, touching the lives of everyone she met. 

In passing, she leaves to cherish her memory her children, Iraland Brunelli and John Wallace; grandchildren, Aaron Richardson, Kerry Holland, Deion Wallace, Courtney Wallace, and Justin Wallace; great-grandchildren, Ayden Holland Mélia Wallace, Kylee Wallace, Samiyah; and a host of nieces and nephews of Birmingham, Alabama.

Graveside Service 11:00 AM Friday (8/15/25) at Mount Hope Cemetery 7602 Military Ave. Omaha, Nebraska.

Roeder Mortuary, Inc. - 108th Street Chapel 2727 N 108th St - Omaha, NE - 402-496-9000 www.RoederMortuary.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Roeder Mortuary - 108th Chapel

2727 N. 108th Street, Omaha, NE 68164

Make a Donation
in Geneva R. Wallace's name

How to support Geneva R.'s loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Geneva R. Wallace's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more