Harry A. Wallace, III
August 24, 1935 - March 15, 2020
Charleston, WV
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Harry A. Wallace, III
August 24, 1935 - March 15, 2020
Charleston, WV
Obituary
S/Sgt Harry A. Wallace, III aka G or Wally went on a Great Adventure on March 15, 2020.
He was really excited about being reunited with his mother, Libbo (Elisabeth Mathews), father, Harry, Jr, brother, William B. Wallace and his wonderful grandparents.
He loved his life on earth and felt like he was the most blessed man ever to be.
He is survived by his beloved wife of fifty-seven years: Buffy (Merrill); children: Dr. Mary Buffington Jenkins (Button), Harry A., IV (Scotty or Poppy), Elizabeth Becker (Liza) and Matthew M. He loved their spouses: Greg, Catherine, Frank and Tessie. Also, he LOVED the grandchildren to the highest degree: Sam and Will Jenkins; Harry, James and Mary Charles Wallace; Frank J., Katherine and Wally Becker and young Smith Wallace and his sister Lavender. He loved his delightful sister Dolly (Hartman) and his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law as well as multiple nieces, nephews and Godchildren.
Actually, he cared for people of all sizes, shapes, ages and walks of life. He loved his employment: 31 years as a stock broker and an additional 22 years as an insurance agent with a little real estate and teaching on the side.
His hobbies were many, but mostly boating and gardening, baseball, reading, watching his grandchildren play sports and all things Scottish: games, bagpipes and Scotch whiskey.
He attended Charleston High School, Kentucky Military Institute, Kimball Union Academy, Babson College and the University of Virginia School of Business.
He was a long-time member of Christ Church United Methodist and the Charleston Boat Club and he was a Paul Harris Fellow in the Rotary Club.
He served in the Army Reserves, on the Kanawha County Board of Education, the Spring Hill Cemetery Board, the WV Wesleyan College Board of Trustees, and as President of the Clan Wallace Society International. He liked the Boy Scouts, the US Army and many other local organizations including the Children’s Home Society and the Charleston Light Opera Guild.
In lieu of flowers, give your wait staff a big tip, because “they are working their way through college”.
A graveside service was held with immediate family on March 18th and a Celebration of Life will be planned when all of WCF (Wally’s Circle of Friends) can get together without social distancing.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.barlowbonsall.com .
Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home, Charleston has been entrusted with the arrangements.
7 responses to Harry A. Wallace, III
Mrs. Tracy Herz (Edmonds) says:
May 9, 2020
Dear Buffy and Family,
I was so sad to hear about Harry’s passing. So many memories of your perfect family, a lot of laughter and many fond moments inform my recollections. Harry was a joy to know, kind and unforgettable. I wish him eternal rest with the angels.
Yours in sympathy,
Tracy
Betty and David Stern says:
March 30, 2020
Dear Buffy and family:
: Betty and David were saddened to learn of Harry’s passing.
Please know that you are in our prayers.
Love, Betty and David
Kanawha Co. Retired School Employees says:
March 27, 2020
The West Virginia and Kanawha County Associations of Retired School Employees extend their sincere sympathy to you, the family, in your sorrow. Blessings to all.
Jane Wilson says:
March 27, 2020
Buffy and family,
Mike and I are sending our love to each of you. We love seeing his beautiful smile here and know he brought a lot of joy to many. Take comfort with each other and hold his memories close to you. Mike and Jane Wilson (Jane Hartman)
Leigh DeFreitas says:
March 26, 2020
Liza, sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you during this sad time. May warm memories bring you comfort. Love, Leigh DeFreitas