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Carolyne Wallace Obituary
Carolyne was born Aug. 7, 1937, to E. Lucille Johnston Lauderdale and Charles W. Lauderdale, Jr. in Beaumont, Texas. Carolyne graduated from high school in Midland, Texas, and attended Texas Tech University where she said she majored in MRS. She obtained her MRS when she met the love of her life, Charles "Chick" Wallace. They married in 1957 and had 63-plus happy years together. Carolyne worked at the University of Alaska for 28 years and served on the Staff Counsel and Grievance Committees and served on the University Foundation Board for several years. She received the meritorious service award from the university in 2018. She was active in the Garden Club, Republican Women, PEO, loved playing bridge and volunteering for various functions to improve the Fairbanks community. She was an avid supporter of the military community, both the Army and Air Force.
A couple of her favorite sayings: "When I die, tell the undertaker to drive real slow when he passes the hair salon so I can get my hair done." Also, "Do not go and stand between me and the door as I will run over you." She was always dressed to the nines and ready for a good party whether throwing or attending. Anyone who knew Carolyne knew she was a true Southern belle who took pride in looking her best. She was affectionately known as "the velvet glove with the iron fist" because behind the warm Southern façade was a fearless woman with a backbone of steel. People were always a little taken aback by her love of Alaska. Chick had asked if she wanted to relocate for health reasons and she always replied no, this is my home and where my friends are. Her kind and loving nature made her "Mom" to more people than the family realized. Her opinions and her sense of fairness made her opinions sought after.
Carolyne is survived by husband, Chick; her children, Clay (Rochelle), Chris, Coke (Joann), Cullen and Courtney Pagh (Steven); eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and brothers, Charles W. Lauderdale, III and Michael E. Lauderdale.
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Darrell & Regina
November 20, 2021
Caroylne - you touched so many just as you touched Gina and I. Love and power in one package is so defining of you! Hope the hair came out great
Tons of love ever after
Perri Kelly
June 14, 2021
A wonderful and gracious Lady, who lit up the room with class at all times. We will miss her laugh and her wounderful southern wit and charm. God Bless you Chick and family. Pete and Perri
Marie Nielsen
May 15, 2021
Our deepest sympathy. Carolyn set such a wonderful example on how we should treat everyone. She knew no stranger . She was such a wonderful person. She had such grace and I just loved spending time with her. She will be greatly missed May god bless you in such sad times.
Diadre House
May 14, 2021
I will always remember Carolyne as a shining star. Her humor would have the entire room laughing. My favorite story that she told was about her airline trip from Texas with her Tofurkey. It was a joy knowing all the “C’s” at West Valley high school and being updated about them over the decades from a proud mom. Rest In Peace Texas gal.
Scott and Linda Grundy
May 14, 2021
Our condolences to the Wallace family. Carolyn set an excellent example how we should live our lives. You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Corrie
May 11, 2021
Dear Carolyne, I never had the pleasure of meeting you but I want to thank you for raising one of the most wonderful humans I have had the pleasure to know. I've only known Courtney for a few years but she has become one of my best life long friends and is a rock to all who need her to be one. She would not be the strong, courageous woman she is today if not for your example and love. I love hearing her tell stories about how as a little girl she would watch you get ready to go to or host a party. The external beauty you passed on to her is evident to anyone passing by, but the internal beauty she inherited from you is truly something to behold. I've seen her make a total stranger's day just by giving them a quick compliment, while walking down the street. Thank you so much for what you've given to this world, Carolyne. Prayers and love to your family.
Kathy Jeffords
May 11, 2021
Thoughts and prayers to the family....Carolyne was a lovely lady
Kathy Jeffords
Taber Rehbaum
May 10, 2021
Condolences to Chick and Cullen and the entire family. I will miss Carolyne, her style, her generosity with affection, and her spirit. So glad to have known her.
Leonard Thiltgen
May 10, 2021
Chick So sorry for your loss. God Bless
janice glenn, Sedona, AZ
May 10, 2021
Carolyne was a co-worker at the University and a good friend. She will be surely missed.
Callie Brown
May 10, 2021
She was a hoot when she came into Pegs Place to get her hair done! Such a beautiful Southern Belle, you could not mistake her anyone she was the Belle of the salon when she walked in, she was loved by her humor! It was a pleasure to know her.
God Bless you all
Callie (Thompson) Brown
MaryLou Cady
May 10, 2021
Chick I was so surprised to hear of Carolyn. She was a fine, gracious lady always enjoyed playing bridge with her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Judy Robertson Divinyi
May 9, 2021
The end of an era in Fairbanks. Luckily we still have you, Chick. Her social graces and service will long be remembered.
Love around you all. Judy D.
Pat Holloway
May 9, 2021
As admin to the director of the UAF Natural Resources Management department, Carolyne adopted every faculty member, staff and student as her own family. She was the glue that held that department together. Her care, laughter, confidence, great sense of humor, southern charm, and ability to heal a lot of wounds and bruised egos was legendary. There is no “resting in peace” for Carolyne. There’s a good old fashioned promenade going on with lots of laughter!
Phil Younker Sr
May 9, 2021
To the Wallace family, just wanted to say what a wonder lady your wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend Carolyn was. She will be missed by all, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
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