David graduated from Hackettstown High School in New Jersey in 1971. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force for 20 years, retiring in 1994. While in the Air Force, David served as crew chief on the KC-135, C-141, and KC-10 aircraft. He was named Strategic Air Command Crew Chief of the Year. He later worked as a quality control inspector at Boeing in St. Louis, MO, for 17 years.
In addition to being a loving father to Patrick and Katie, he was their biggest cheerleader. David was a car enthusiast, loved motorcycles, and enjoyed music.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Jay Wesley Wallace and Martha Wallace; and his maternal grandparents, Ora Merle Hullinger and Dorothy Coulter Hullinger.
Surviving are his wife of 29 years, Tina Marie, nee Skrzypiec, Wallace, whom he married on November 8, 1986;
his son, Patrick Christopher Wallace, and his daughter, Kaitlyn Christine Wallace, both of Shiloh, IL;
his parents, John Wesley Wallace Jr. and Barbara, nee Hullinger, Wallace of Hackettstown, NJ;
five brothers and a sister, John III (Rosaline) Wallace,
Robert (Jennifer) Wallace,
Timothy (Theresa) Wallace,
Paul (Robin) Wallace,
Margaret Wallace,
and Stephen (Angela) Wallace;
and nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, to the American Diabetes Association, or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.
Visitation: Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, February 25, 2016, and from 8:30 to 9 a.m. Friday, February 26, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL.
Funeral: Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Friday, February 26, at the funeral home. Burial with military honors will follow at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO.
Condolences Left For David Wallace
Tina, we are so sorry and shocked by your loss. Our sincere condolences and prayers to you and your family.
Mike and Sheree Williams, Belleville, IL, 62223
Tina,
So sorry for your loss. May David rest in peace and rise in glory. Praying for you and your family.
John Hellrung, Lebanon, Illinois, 62254
Tina, am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will grant you the strength. My most sincere condolences..
Dwight
Dwight Cox, Belleville, IL, 62226
Tina and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Judy and I send our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Jerry & Judy Schlomer
Jerry & Judy Schlomer, Hackettstown, New Jersey, 07840
Tina, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family with your loss of David. Try to focus on all the good memories you’ve had with him as you confront this loss. Trust that he is in good hands with our Maker.
Dan Schultz, Belleville, IL, 62226
Wow, the sad news just blew me away. I’m so so sorry to hear the news. RIP Dave, and go find our mother. She passed on in 1981 and loved you like a son. Condolences to everyone whose hearts were touched by Dave. Sad, sad day. Xo
Sharon Schlomer Housel, Macungie, PA, 18062
Tina, so sorry to hear of Daves passing. He was a joy to work with and fun to have as a golf partner.
Russ and Kathy Price, Bridgeton, Missouri, 63044
Dave was my role model and mentor when I started out as a crew chief. Part of where I am today was a result of his efforts and guidance.
I am sorry to hear of his passing.
Todd Soper, Owings mills, Md, 21117
Tina, I am in shock with the sad news of Dave passing…My condolences to the entire family….RIP my friend….
Donna Beers, Buena Vista, Colorado, 81211
dave was one of the 1st guys I met back in 74 when I reported to my 1st duty station at McGuire afb nj,as any good NCO would,he showed me the ropes,we lived in the same barracks and often went dutch on pizza,i remember the aqua 65 Plymouth belvedere he had and would give us a ride to from work.we would cross paths later on and we only re-connected on f/b,really enjoyed his post.now he soars with the eagles.r.i.p.old friend.
ssgt michael ‘cadillac’ roberts usaf ret., long beach, missisippi, 39560
So sad to hear news of Dave’s passing. Worked with Dave a lot over past 17 years or so. We got him back playing golf over last few years. Lots of fun. He really loved his family and was truly proud of his kids accomplishments. My sincere condolences to the family. RIP Dave…
Mark White, Alton, IL, 62002
RIP Dave may you soar with the Angels. I’m so sorry to hear of Daves passing. Was a good friend 40 years ago and reconnected last year on FB. I’m gonna miss him. Thoughts and prayers to the family. God Bless. I will cherish the memories I have from back “in the day”.
Patti Koenen, Waco, Tx, 76682
Tina and family, we are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you! May God Bless You and Yours so you may rise beyond the loss and celebrate his life! We will all miss Dave! Rest in Peace my Brother!
Brian and Susan Wels, Moreno Valley, California, 92557
Tina,
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you. If you need anything, please let us know. Hugs.
Mary and Bill Barrios, Shiloh, Illinois, 62221
Grew up down the block from Dave and his brothers. Hung around with us and played football with our crew at times. I know that had fought a good fight and lived a good life. God Bless him and his family and may he rest in peace.
REGINALD (REG) HOELEN, Stephens City, VA, 22655
Tina, Was so shocked to hear of Dave’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids.
Nancy Hoffman, O’Fallon, IL, 62269
Tina,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Norma and my prayers are with you and your family. May God give you the strength you need in this time of sorrow.
Bill McCandless, Shiloh, IL, 62221
Worked with Dave at Griffis in the docks and on alert ,Dave was one of the best of the best , my condolences to the Wallace family, Reat IN Peace Dave .
Jim Cooper Msgt Ret.
Jim Cooper , Williamsburg , Mi, 49690
I worked with Dave off and on as a fellow inspector, He was a dedicated inspector and had a sense of humor about him. I and my family will keep your family in our prayers as you go through this difficult time.
God Bless.
Kevin Wallace, Florissant Mo. 63033
Kevin Jay Wallace, Florissant , Missouri, 63033
So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing.
A good man. We served together.
You will be missed
Roger m. Underwood, Dresden, TN, 38225
Tina, I’m so sorry to hear about Dave’s passing. My condolences to you and your family. I look back proudly on the time I served with Dave at March AFB. He was a good mentor and a good man.
Mike Lemberg, Folsom, CA, 95630
Tina,Patrick,and Katie we are so sorry for you lose. We were shocked by your news. We have always felt like you were part of our family. Sending you all our love and prayers. God bless you
walt and ruth adomnik, manns choice , pa, 15550
my deepest condolences to the Wallace family. I have worked with dave for many years and he will truly be missed.
steve graeser, ofallon, mo, 63368
Tina,
I am deeply saddened by the loss of your husband Dave. May the love of family and friends comfort you during this difficult time. I will pray for you and your family.
Marti Gould, O’Fallon, IL, 62269
So sad to hear news of Dave’s passing. Worked with Dave a lot over past 17 years or so. We got him back playing golf over last few years. Lots of fun. He really loved his family and was truly proud of his kids accomplishments. My sincere condolences to the family. RIP Dave…
Mark White, Alton, IL, 62002
Wallace family you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Our deepest condolences to each of you. May the Lord bring you comfort and peace.
With Love,
Lewis and Lyndee Clark
Lewis Clark, SAFB, Illinois, 62225
Tina and family I am so sorry for your loss. Dave was one of my crew chiefs at Griffiss. He was one of the most dedicated and knowledgeable crew chiefs I have had the privilege to work with.
John Adams, Wesley Chapel, FL, 33544
Bob, I am so sorry for your loss. As Jerry an I were driving we were in shock. Your a strong guy and I’m sure there is alot of GREAT memories you have of your brother and times spent. yOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
Stay strong Bob. Thinking of you. Jeff
JEFF SMITH, FLANDERS, New Jersey, 07836
Bob and Jenny: My sincere condolences to you and your Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Lori Erd
Lori Erd, Flanders , NJ, 07836
Bob & Jenny, we are so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jackie & Beau Sawyer
Jackie Sawyer, Flanders, New Jersey, 07836
Tina, sorry for you loss, my prayer for you and your family is that God give you the strength at this difficult time.
Robert Druessel, Troy, IL,
Dear Bob and Jenny: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely Peggy and Michael Cue
Peggy Cue, McKinney, Texas, 75070
Tina, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Crystal
Crystal Whittenburg, Edwardsville, IL,
Tina, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times.
Rob Wnek, Dayton, Ohio, 45431
Tim and Family,
So sorry for your loss. May David rest in peace. As long as you hold fond memories in your head he will remain forever in your heart. Praying for you and your family.
Steve Bernstein, hewlett, New York, 11557
Tina, Dave was a great guy, and I really enjoyed working with him. My families prayers will be with you and yours, May God Bless you all.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Wendell Strickland, Bartlett, Tennessee, 38135
One of the greatest guys I’ve ever worked with. He was always making me laugh. Godspeed. Ralph Seyer,
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Ralph Seyer, Ballwin, MO, 63011
Tina:
Dave was a great guy and I enjoyed the times we worked together. May the Lord give you and your family the strength needed to get through these troubled times. My family’s prayers are with you.
Joe A Simpkins, Fontana, California, 92336
Bob & Jenny, we are so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Harry
Harry Maxxwell, Flanders, NJ, 07836
Bob – I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts. Prayers raised for each of you to feel the comfort of family and friends as your brother, David, rests peacefully.
Jeannine and Jerry Jensen, andover, nj, 07821
I am deeply saddened by the news of my friends passing. It had been a privilege working with Dave those years on the Boeing Flight Ramp. And during my tenure as HPWO Team Leader, Dave offered me support where there was resistance and with that I gained the utmost respect for him. He was humorous as well as knowledgeable in a lot of areas and it was always a joy conversing with him. My sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to his family. May God of healing and wholeness, provider of green pastures and quiet waters, be the peace in your hearts. May Jesus Christ, our guide on mountain top and valley deep, be the hope in your hearts. And may the Spirit of truth and knowledge, comforter and friend, be the strength in your hearts during this difficult time.
Bret Tyrey, Warrenton , Missouri, 63383
Tina, just heard the news today from Ken. Please know you and your family are in our prayers. May the Lord comfort you through this day and over the weeks to come.
Devery Miller, Swansea, IL, 62226
Tina, Bob and Jenny:
I’m very sorry for your loss. I met Dave during his stint with our company many years ago. I remember a young man with a great sense of humor. I will keep you in my thoughts.
Andy Babij, Livingston, NJ, 07039
Tina, My deepest sympathy. I will never forget the time and deployments we shared. I will keep both of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Roger
Roger Palmisano, Manassas, Virginia, 20112
I have nothing but great memories of working with Dave at Griffiss AFB. I always had a smile on my face when I showed up to an aircraft and he was on the flightline. Thoughts and prayers with the entire family.
Tim Hurst, O’Fallon, IL, 62269