"Kathy and Family: So sorry to hear of your loss, seems like such a short time you guys were out here and we all were enjoying the mountains (even if you were home sick). You have your faith, wonderful memories and a loving family that will help you through this difficult time. Love you cousin, "
In loving memory of
Ernest Wayne Wallace
April 17, 1942 - October 10, 2013
Ernest Wayne Wallace, age 71 of Monroe, died Thursday, October 10, 2013, at his home. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 14, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. at the Monroe United Methodist Church. Visitation will take place on Sunday, October 13, 2013, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the church. Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Central Iowa and condolences may be left for the family at www.coburnfuneralhomes.com.
The son of Arthur Wayne and Ruby Eloise (Schrader) Wallace, Ernie was born on April 17, 1942, on the farm east of Monroe. He attended country school until 8th grade and graduated from Monroe High School in 1960. On July 14, 1962, he was united in marriage to Katherine Rae Wineland. He worked at the VA Hospital in Knoxville for 34 years, retiring in 1994. Ernie enjoyed playing softball and was a member of the Reasnor fast pitch team, playing horseshoes, fishing, hunting and cutting wood in the back forty. The fiddle was one of his greatest passions. He enjoyed playing music with his brothers and friends and loved to dance.
Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Kathy; children, Joyce (Marty) Lewis of Monroe, Sharon (Evan) Chesnut of Shell Rock, Susan (Kent) Bily of Johnston and Janice (Kevin) Plew of Ankeny; grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Mason Lewis, Cole and Collin Chesnut and Brina and Boen Bily; his mother, Ruby Wallace of Monroe; his siblings, Judy (Jim) Timmins, Edith (James) Aikin, Jerry (Sue) Wallace and Bill (Stacy) Wallace and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death was his father, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Dwight and Edna Wineland, paternal and maternal grandparents, two nephews, Chris and Craig Wallace and a niece, Laura Wallace.
Tributes
"Susan and family, I am so sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your beloved father; I know he was a good man and will truly be remembered that way. You are in our prayers and thoughts at this sorrowful time and wish you to continue on with his fondest memories. God bless all of you. The Bill Price family."
"Joyce and family, I can still see your father and mother dancing beautifully at the dances that I attended with my parents in the Monroe and Runnells area. Oh how your dad loved music and dancing. He will be truly messed by his card playing buddies. I know 2 Kain men that thought the world of him as anyone who knew him did. Our wish to you is time and to lean on the many cheerished memories you all have of Ernie and my they help heal your broken hearts. Heavens dance floor is being waxed and the fiddle bow is being rasined and the music will begin. "
"Kathyrn I was so saddened when I saw that your husband had passed away. you are in my prayers. May God give you the strength to go thru this. Your Flagler friend Sheryl Rickabaugh Kersey"
"My heartfelt condolences to the Wallace family, you have all been a part of my life for nearly my entire life. So many fond memories of spending time at your house when Joyce and I were growing up and the rivalry between the Rasnor and Monroe mens fast pitch softball teams. It is so hard to believe that Ernie is gone as it was only 3 months ago when we had such a delight visit following mom's funeral and we were reminiscing about "the good old days" when he was playinhg softball and Joyce and I were much yournger. That concersation was very special to me and now it takes on added meaning as a final memory of Ernie. Know that you are all in my thoughts and that I am sending prayers and hugs your way. May you find support in the love of family & friends, strength in each other, comfort in your memories, and peace in knowing that Ernie has gone to a special place and will always watch over you."
"I am so sorry to learn of Ernie's passing away...such a shock! I worked at the VA in the same department as Ernie (RMS) over the years and always thought a lot of him -- a great guy! I'm sure he will be so missed by his family and friends! My sympathy and prayers for his family! Gwen Miller"
"To the Wallace family - My heart goes out to each of you! So sorry to hear of you loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers!!"
""
"So sorry for your loss! Ernie was a great man~ loved to visit with him when I was home! The entire family is in my thoughts. Jo "Caster" Wynn"
"To the Wallace family, I am so sorry to learn of the loss of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love from Jan (Cowman) Miller MHS Class of 1962"