Alton Bay, NH – Richard W. “Dick” Wallace, 87, of 51 Reed Road, died Tuesday, October 10, 2017 in his home surrounded by loved ones.
Dick was born on August 9, 1930 in Manchester, NH, the son of the late Richard W. and Hazel E. (LaRouche) Wallace. In addition, Dick was predeceased by his sister, Jaqueline (Wallace) Villeneuve of Chino Hills, CA. He was a graduate of Saint Anselm College. Dick lived the majority of his life in Massachusetts, and retired 21 years ago to live in New Hampshire.
Dick had many successful careers over the years; Chairperson of Computer Science at Wentworth Institute and Professor of the first graduating class of Computer Science, Director of Corporate Education for Wang Labs, owned and operated two family run retail businesses, commercial real estate broker, residential appraiser, and owner of several real estate properties. The closest career to his heart came in his retirement years, where he created and ran his non-profit organization in Alton called CYA for over 20 years for the prevention of drugs and alcohol use for children. His dedication to children and families provided him with great pride and joy. He was very committed to helping others and being a community leader. In 1999, Dick received a certification in Holistic Health. He also became a certified Reiki Master and taught meditation to children and adults. One of Dick’s greatest hobbies and enjoyment was becoming a private pilot and flying his Cessna plane. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
Dick is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Carol (Lapsley) Wallace, and his blended family of 8 children; Kathy (Wallace) King and her husband Larry of Vernon CT., David Wallace and his wife Kathy of Haverhill, MA., Sharon (Wallace) Devereux of Salem, MA., Kevin Wallace and his wife Lee of Millis, MA., Diana (Wallace) Tucker and her husband Eric of Charlton, MA., Michael Graham and his wife Heather of Millis, MA., Susan (Graham) King and her husband Bob of Peabody, MA., and Christine (Graham) White of Salem, MA., 13 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, 3 nephews and a niece.
Calling hours will be held on Sunday, October 15, 2017 from 5pm – 8pm at Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street using the Carriage House entrance, Laconia NH.
There will be a Mass of Celebration on Monday, October 16, 2017 at 11am at St. Katharine Drexel Parish, 40 Hidden Springs Road, Alton, NH.
Burial will follow at the family plot in New Riverside Cemetery, 124 Suncook Valley Road, Alton Bay, NH.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alton Food Bank, 141 Main Street, Alton, NH 03809 (603) 875-2273, or Stand Up Laconia c/o Clare Persson, PO Box 712, Laconia, NH 03247 visit their website for more information or to obtain a donation form at www.standuplaconia.com.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia NH is assisting the family with the arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com.