William E. Wallace, 82, passed away on Friday, January 7, 2022 at Brentwood of LaPorte Senior Living. Born on July 22, 1939 in Landenburg, Pennsylvania he was the son of William and Elizabeth (Smith) Wallace.
After graduating from high school in 1957 William enlisted in the U.S. Navy on March 28, 1958 proudly serving his country for 36 years as a Commander in the Medical Service Corps as a Comptroller where he oversaw the Mid-West Region Military Hospitals. While serving he met the love of his life Jane Schneider and they were married. He attended Auburn University for his undergraduate degree, George Washington University receiving his Master’s degree in finance and attended post graduate school in Monterey, CA. After retiring from the military in 1994 he moved to Plymouth, IN in 2000.
His children will always remember him as a person with a heart of gold who was very generous, if there were 10 pies, he would have his hands in 11 of them. William often helped the elderly with their taxes, spent time with Lions International in South America generously giving out glasses to children.
William enjoyed playing golf, watching and playing baseball and a big runner who often ran in the Blueberry Stomp yearly. He was a past District Governor of the Lions Club and recently received a chevron for 35 years of service.
He was a devout Catholic that belonged to St. Michael’s Catholic Church for 17 years.
He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, Care and Share, SHIIP and Lions International.
He is survived by his wife Jane of LaPorte; children: William (Shawnee) Wallace of Canton, GA; Stephanie (Tim) Ward of Bremen; Julia Kovachek of Grayslake, ILL; 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
William is preceded in death by his parents, brother Charles, sister Joan, grandson Gerald and son-in-law Dave.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 14, 2022 from 5-7 pm at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth. A rosary will be held at 7 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 11 am at St. Michael Church, 611 N. Walnut Street, Plymouth with Fr. Spenser St. Louis officiating.
Burial will take place in the St. Michael’s Cemetery, Plymouth.
Memorial Contributions can be made to the Plymouth Lions Club, 501 E Jefferson St. Plymouth, IN 46563 or to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Attn: Development Department 875 N. Randolph St. Ste 225 Arlington, VA 22203.
Penny lukenbill says
Jane and family
We were so saddened to learn of Bill’s passing. He served the Lions in so many capacities and had such a servant’s heart and will be missed by those whose lives he touched.
Ken and Penny
Stephanie says
You were great friends to him, 🙏
Scott and Marla Mclane says
To the Wallace family, we are sorry for your loss. You’re family will be in our thoughts and prayers, hugs and love
Donna Taber Whitmer says
Dear Jane & Family
I am saddened to learn of Bill’s passing. We both severed on the Care and Share board and I would talk with him after church as he was about to walk home. He was a very nice man! RIP Bill! 🙏
Phil & MaryAnn Leman says
Very sorry for your loss.
Suzanne Gibson says
THE OFFICERS OF THE VFW POST 1162 AUXILARY PLYMOUTH ARE SADDEN TO HEAR OF WILLIAMS PASSING OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS WE WANT TO THANK AND HONOR HIM FOR HIS SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY
SUZANNE GIBSON
VFW AUX 1162 CHAPLAIN-SECRETARY
vfwpost1162@gmail.com
Kathy Szczepkowski says
Dear Jane and family.
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. When you moved to LaPorte we sure did miss you, but understand it was for the best. I have so many memories of Bill coming with that poodle to the Rectory and she seemed to know to lie still while Bill spoke with Fr. Bill or me. She was so smart and well trained and could even walk home from the Rectory without a leash on. Jane I miss your fantastic chocolate chip cookies and our conversations over the phone. I remember once when the Bishop was coming for some speech or retreat or something…you made the cookies and I had to hide them so they did not get all eaten up before the Bishop had a chance to try one! Anyway I will keep you all in my prayers and hope to see you at the Funeral Mass. God Bless Kathy Szczepkowski
Roswitha Loew says
Dear Jane & Family
We are sorry for your loss and offer our thoughts and prayers to your family.
We have gotten to know Bill through St. Michael Church, The Knights of Columbus and he invited me to become a member of the Lions International. He was well known in our community for his friendly manner and his kindness in service to the community.
We are blessed to have known Bill.
Joachim & Roswitha Loew
Lions Aj & Angela Himes says
So very sorry for your loss! May God comfort you all during this difficult time.
Barb Lowry says
Jane and family,
Our sympathy for your loss. We miss both you and Bill at Mass at St. Michael’s. Our prayers for your family that you may find comfort in the many good times and memories.
Barb & Bub Lowry
Lion Past District Governors Ann & Charlie Haffner says
Dear Jane and Family,
We were so sorry to learn that Bill passed away. It was our pleasure to know you both through Lions. He was a wonderful man who truly lived the Lions motto “We Serve.” Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Corky Polnaszek says
So sorry to read of Bills passing, I will think of you of these sad days ahead. I remember them well.