Helen Rosalie Wallace
Helen Rosalie Wallace
May 2, 1916 ~ June 4, 2014
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at 10:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel Leonardtown, MD with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment will follow in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery Hollywood, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD.
Helen Rosalie Wallace, 98, of Compton, MD formerly from California, MD passed away on June 4, 2014 in Leonardtown, MD. Born on May 2, 1916, she was the loving daughter of the late Lucy Combs and George E. Combs. Helen was the loving wife of the late Louis G. Wallace, whom she married in St. John’s Catholic Church Hollywood, MD on December 30, 1945; he preceded her in death on December 11, 1992 in Leonardtown, MD. Helen is survived by her children: Robert L. Wallace of Compton, MD, Charles A. Wallace, and James M. Wallace both of Redgate, MD. She is preceded in death by her siblings: Bernard Combs, Andrew Combs, Benjamin Combs, Vincent Combs, Estelle Boothe, Elizabeth Bean, and George E. Combs, Jr. She graduated high school, and was a homemaker. Helen was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, MD, she enjoyed gardening and crocheting.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment will follow in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery Hollywood, MD. Pallbearers will be: Robert L. Wallace, Charles A. Wallace, James M. Wallace, John A. Wallace, Edward G. Wallace, and Joseph S. Wallace. Contributions may be made to the St. Mary’s Nursing Home 21585 Peabody Street Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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May 2, 1916 ~ June 4, 2014
Helen Rosalie Wallace, 98, of Compton, MD formerly from California, MD passed away on June 4, 2014 in Leonardtown, MD. Born on May 2, 1916, in California, MD, she was the loving daughter of the late Lucy Combs and George E. Combs. Helen was the loving wife of the late Louis G. Wallace, whom she married in St. John’s Catholic Church Hollywood, MD on December 30, 1945; he preceded her in death on December 11, 1992 in Leonardtown, MD. Helen is survived by her children: Robert L. Wallace of Compton, MD, Charles A. Wallace, and James M. Wallace both of Redgate, MD. She is preceded in death by her siblings: Bernard Combs, Andrew Combs, Benjamin Combs, Vincent Combs, Estelle Boothe, Elizabeth Bean, and George E. Combs, Jr. She graduated high school, and was a homemaker. Helen was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, MD, she enjoyed gardening and crocheting.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment will follow in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery Hollywood, MD. Pallbearers will be: Robert L. Wallace, Charles A. Wallace, James M. Wallace, John A. Wallace, Edward G. Wallace, and Joseph S. Wallace. Contributions may be made to the St. Mary’s Nursing Home 21585 Peabody Street Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“Bobby; Charles & James – So sorry to hear about Aunt Rosalies passing. She was such a wonderful person. We are away but our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“So sorry to hear of Aunt Rosalie’s passing. Such a sweet lady. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.”
“My gosh, I had no idea that Aunty Rosalie’s was still living. How fortunate you all have been to have her in your life all these years. I visited Aunt Rosalie and Uncle Louis many times as a teenager, with my aunt Nancy Wallace-Farrell. My grandfather and Louis are brothers. What sweet people! I always loved them both, they were always so kind to me. She certainly has many there in the great hereafter to welcome her and make her feel right at home. Bless her heart. Rest in peace Aunt Rosalie.”
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“Jim and family so very sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. Sending out thoughts and prayers. God Bless. “
“Charles, James & Bobby: I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Rosalie passing away. My thoughts, condolence & prayers are w/U all @ this difficult time. Just know now she is soaring the Heavenly sky w/the rest of her parents, siblings & Uncle Louis. God Bless! Shirley (George E. Combs’ grand daughter)”
“Our condolences go out to Bobby, Charles, James and family. Aunt Rosalie is with Uncle Lewis now, resting in peace. Our warmest thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.”
“Bobby, Charles & James, so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. I will keep your family in my prayers. She was a special lady. May your memories help you through this diffcult time. May she rest in peace. “
“Bobby, Joyce, Charles, Mary, James, Rosemary and Family, Keep all the great memories of Aunt Rosalie close to your heart! Her laugh will always be remembered along with her! I’m sure there was a great welcome home party when she went in the Golden Gate!”
“To Aunt Rosalie’s family I am so sorry to hear about her passing. She was a very nice lady. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. RIP Aunt Rosalie. “
“James, Charles and Bobby, I just learned of the passing of your mom. I spoke to her a few times when she was in the nursing center, during the time that my mother was there. I have so many wonderful memories of both your mom and dad from all of my visits to your home when we were growing up. My sympathies to all. “
“Bobby, Charles & James, Our condolences to you and your families. I identified very closely with your parents and your family(all boys like us) while growing up. Yours and our parents set great examples of hard work, integrity and caring for others. I always enjoyed chatting with your mom and she certainly deserved the title of homemaker as she made everyone feel “at home”. They were great people, raised a great family, and you have a lot to be proud of. You should take consolation in all the wonderful memories. “
“To the Wallace Families, I am so sorry for your lost. Not knowing Mrs. Wallace but hearing about her from Charlie, Mary and Rosemary, she was a remarkable lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“Mrs Wallace was a nice lady. I remember her and Mr Wallace from years ago on Wathen Road. Visitng her about insurance, and she always made pie. She was also in the Nursing Center with my Mom. God Bless her and all of her family. “
“Bobby, Charles, James and Family We were sad to hear of the passing of Aunt Rosalie. We have fond memories of her from our childhood. Seems they all are together again with our Lord Love, Cindy & Roger “
“My heartfelt sympathy to Mrs. Wallace’s family. I used to meet her in the halls at the St. Mary’s Nursing Center when I went to visit my husband. She always had a pleasant smile. May she rest in peace and God bless you all…….”
“Bobby, Charles, James and Family, my condolences are sent your way. Mrs. Wallace was a fine lady and an integral part of the Compton community. She and Mr. Wallace raised a wonderful family and am glad I got to know all of you through the years. Coming from a family of all boys too I recognize Mrs. Wallace must have had a good level of patience and tolerance for her sons varied interests. I heard recently that she even let “Elmer the Raccoon” join the family for dinner sometimes. She must have been even more tolerant than I had imagined!”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless!”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends at this time. Many fond memories of Aunt Rosalie especially that smile and laugh she always had when she saw you. May she rest in peace. “
“Andrew Combs was by Grandfather and Joseph was my Dad. I am sorry for your loss.”
“So sorry to hear of this. Andrew was my Grandfather and Joseph was my Dad. Once again, sorry…”
“Bobby, Charles and James, I have so many wonderful memories of your Mom. I had a really nice visit with her about 10 years ago. I am so sorry that I am unable to come to the funeral. My sincere sympathy to all of you. “
“To the Wallace family: We were saddened to hear about the passing of your mother. Many times we saw your caring devotion. She is now at peace and may Gods grace and love be with you.”
“Charlie, So sorry to hear of your mother passing away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your brothers during this time. May your mother Rest In Peace.”
“I am so sorry for your loss she will be greatly missed.. my prayers are with you all”
“I am sorry for your loss…I have very fond memories of visiting Aunt Rosalie and Uncle Louis with Grandma… you will be in my prayers”
“Bobby, Charles, and James: My prayers are with you all and your families on the passing of your mom. My mom (after her regular trips to the nursing home) kept me up on how your mom was doing. You were fortunate to have such a loving and caring mom and dad. I loved her laugh and every time I went to St. Francis Xavier Church it didn’t seem right not seeing your family sitting on the left side of the church near the back. May you enjoy all the wonderful memories! Faye Cusic Chandler”