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James Wallace, obituary portrait — Coker-Mathews Funeral Home

In Loving Memory

James “Chad”Wallace

Date of Birth October 11, 1966
Passed Away On April 17, 2017
At Age 50 years
Resident of Greenville, TX
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James (Chad) Wallace, 50, of Greenville, passed away at his residence on Monday, April 17, 2017.  Funeral services will be held at the chapel of Coker-Mathews Funeral Home on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Cody Pope officiating.  Burial will follow at Memoryland Memorial Park.  Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. until service time at the funeral home.

 

Chad was born October 11, 1966 in Greenville, Texas to James Thomas Wallace and Neva Nell Johnson. 

 

Chad is survived by his mother, Neva Arrington of Greenville; brothers, Troy Wallace and fiancé Linda Williams of Lone Oak, Bryant Wallace and wife, Saundra of Spring; step-brother, Justin Arrington and wife, Cindy of Idaho; sisters, Jamie Swagerty of Greenville, Eva Green and husband, Barry of Greenville; step-sister, Stevanne Ellis of Maryland; nieces and nephews, Amanda Davenport and husband, Brady, Seth Wells and wife, Holly, Brad Schucker and husband, Brian, Leslie Ponko, Nathan Wallace, Kegan Wallace, Cody Pope and wife, Shayla, Katy Hackney and husband, Todd, Caroline Kittelson and Leonardo Espinosa, Sally Green, Skye Arrington Shawnee Arrington; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, great-nieces, great-nephews and friends.

 

Chad is preceded in death by his father and step-mother, James and Marquetta Wallace, step-father, Charles Arrington; grandparents, J. T. and Modine Wallace, Raymond and Cloteen Johnson; uncle, Victor Johnson; nephew, Daniel Wells; step-brother, Ashley Arrington; and cousin, Mack Bates.

  
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Visitation

Coker-Mathews Funeral Home

5100 Interstate 30

Greenville, TX, 75402

April 20, 2017

1:00 PM

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Friends & Family

Coker-Mathews Funeral Home

5100 Interstate 30

Greenville, TX, 75402

April 20, 2017

2:00 PM

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Condolences (6)

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Elizabeth Dodson Port Neches, TX June 18, 2017
"RIP
I will Miss you and I Love You with all my heart my Best Friend"
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Michael Pollei Austin, TX April 20, 2017
"I also worked with Chad at The Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired back in the mid 1980's. I was there when we made that trek to Airman's Cave. Chad was a big part of our family here at TSBVI. I will never forget when he crossed the stage to get his diploma. I also will remember his big smile and laugh. It was a pleasure working with and knowing Chad. I want to send my condolences to his family and friends."
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Sherry Hayes Austin, TX April 19, 2017
"I am so sad for your loss! I worked with Chad when he was a student at Texas School for the Blind. The amazing thing to me was his desire to stay connected which he has done, all these years. I truly was shocked because when I heard the news, it was through a Facebook page as graduates are planning a reunion and everyone is posting. I saw Chad grow through so many experiences.
One particular experience has remained so very close to my heart. We had the students do team building activities. One of our activities was to hike the Barton Creek Greenbelt to a spot called Airman's Cave. Once we got to the cave, each student and staff crawled to a spot known as "the big room." Chad of course, informed us that he couldn't go. I said we are all a "team" and we need to problem-solve. We came up with the idea to get a carpet carrier for Chad. He was a willing participant so it took about 6 staff/students to carry him across paths, creek beds, up and down hills. When we made it to the cave, I encouraged him to crawl in as far as he could- he did and was gleefully muddy as the rest of the students. The return trip was just the same-in reverse. As the day drew to a close, we reviewed how each student felt about the day's activities. When Chad spoke about the day, he started to cry because he said he felt truly part of the group and expressed his gratitude to his peers for all their support. It was a life-changing moment for me as I hope it was for Chad.
I wish you and your family peace and am truly grateful to have had Chad as part of my life and TSB family.
Much love to you."
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