Obituaries

October 22, 1937 to June 20, 2020

WINAMAC - Walter “Walt” Wallace, 82, of Winamac, passed away at 5:40 a.m., Saturday, June 20, at his home.

He was born Oct. 22, 1937 in Mishawaka to the late Frank and Bessie Burkett Wallace. He graduated from Mishawaka High School in 1956 and served in the U.S. Army. On Sept. 18, 1982, he married Elizabeth “Betty” Braun at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Winamac. She survives.

Survivors also include:
Diana (Tom) Thompson, Winamac, Daughter
Elaine (Dave) Crissinger, Winamac, Daughter
Vickie (Herb) Purtee, Winamac, Daughter
Michael (Alisha) Wright, Winamac, Son
Many Beloved Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren
Phyllis Cowsert, Hammond, Sister
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Donald Wright, Infant Son
Amber Wible, Infant Granddaughter
Wayne (Evelyn) Wallace, Brother
George (Juanita) Wallace, Brother
Linda (Joe) Cowsert, Sister
Jack Cowsert, Brother-in-law

Mr. Wallace was retired from Plymouth Tube, but in his younger years he had worked at Studebaker and RCA. He was the last living charter member of the Winamac FOE #2580. He was a fan of all sports, especially the Chicago Cubs, Chicago Blackhawks, and IU Basketball. He enjoyed fishing and gardening. He also enjoyed doing puzzles. He loved his family very much. He especially adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, June 27, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. An Eagles service will follow at 12:30 p.m., Saturday, June 27, at the funeral home. The funeral service will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, at the funeral with Rev. Leroy Kinnaman officiating. Burial will be at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Winamac. The American Legion and VFW will conduct military graveside services.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.