Mary Elizabeth Wallace
October 16, 2013
Mary E. Wallace was born March 10, 1924, in Runnells, Iowa, the daughter of Clyde and Viola (Bateman) McDonald. She was a resident of the Des Moines area for most of her life. Mary was the wife of Clayton Dale Wallace, who preceded her in death in 2007. She was ordained in 1987 and served as the minister for the Community of Christ Church in Des Moines. She also enjoyed being a part of the Des Moines Senior Singers. Above all else, Mary loved spending time with her family.
Mary passed into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 16, 2013, at the Carlisle Care Center in Carlisle, Iowa. She was 89 years old.
Mary will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Judith (Michael) Whisman of Chino, CA, Jessica (Dennis) Skove of Cool, CA, and Rosemary (David) Gill of Altoona, IA, five grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, October 21, 2013, at Community of Christ Church, 1645 Pennsylvania Avenue in Des Moines, with a visitation period for an hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
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Steve Denton
10/30/2013
Praise God as we all look back over a life well lived to thank the Lord for those like Clay and Mary, who were there when I was born, held me as a child, watched over me as I grew, and shared the Lords faith and promise with me as I learned to become a better man. Now my mom has "her family" home with her forever and to help with the lights staying on for the rest of us. Amen. I love you Mary. Steve
Kendra Williams
10/22/2013
Oh my dear Mary,
Thank you, first for being my friend, in all sense of the word and exemplifying the true meaning of 'Jesus as Friend' in every way that a person can. Also, thank you for allowing my youngest, Mike, to adopt you as grandma when he lost his, so that he wouldn't shut himself away from those that are much older than him. In this way, you allowed him to not only give to those "elders", but also for him to receive gifts from them. He and I both love you and miss you, but my entire family know you are where you can watch over so many others, as well as us! Much love and great blessings of peace and comfort to those who remain here for now- Ivan and Kendra Williams-Chris, Tim and Mike
Shirley Harmison
10/20/2013
Mary was a loving, thoughtful person. Always willing to help others in need. She will be greatly missed. Shirley Harmison
Kathy Hiatt
10/20/2013
To the Family of Mary Wallace.
Mary had such a genuine loving spirit, she always gave so much love and joy to those who had the privilege of knowing her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathy Hiatt
Doris and Chuck Montgomery
10/20/2013
Mary was loving, generous, fun-loving, kind and above all- a woman of great faith. She also had great style!
We will miss Mary's hugs and sweet spirit.
Robert D. Hertz
10/17/2013
I will miss you so very much You were a dear friend BOB HERTZ