of Dyess, AR
March 5, 1931 - September 19, 2009
Frances L. Wallace, 78, of Dyess entered into eternal life, Saturday, September 19, 2009, in Batesville. Born Thursday, March 5, 1931 in Tyronza to the late Victor Mitchell and Clara Mae Burt Forrester, she was an active member of Dyess Central Baptist Church and was secretary and treasurer of the church, held a Masters Degree in Special Education, and retired from Dyess Public Schools with 30 years of service. She was on the Dyess Reunion Committee, Johnny Cash Committee and a member of Home Extension Club. She was well-known for making candy and popcorn balls. She is survived by her son: Larry A. Wallace of Jonesville, LA; her daughter: Brenda W. Smith of Edgemont, AR; three grandchildren: Stephen K. Tatum, Jr., Cheryl Bentley and Ken Smith; seven great grandchildren: Trae Tatum, Josh Tatum, Kimber Tatum, Roxanne Bentley, Scarlett Bentley, Jacob Smith and Sam Smith; one brother: Mitchell Lavern Forrester and wife Bettye of Elkhart, IN; two nephews: Randy Forrester and David Forrester; two great-nephews: Kyle Forrester and Marc Forrester; one great niece: Gail Forrester Pedroza. She was preceded in death by parents, one great-grandchild: Justice Tatum, one niece: Carrie Ann Forrester and father of her children: John A. Wallace, Jr.
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23 Condolence(s)
bill prince
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
My condolenses to the family of mrs. wallace. She was a sweet lady.I used to pick cotton for her and mr. wallace after school hours.Very nice people. I am so sorry. God Bless bill prince
Kaye (Bryan) Beall
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Frances was a special person and was there for our family in recent years. I am so sorry for your loss and please know that she was a comfort to others and a treasure to the community of Dyess.
James & Lynda Hall
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Mrs. Wallace was one special lady. She was beautiful inside and out. She was always so involved in the community efforts at Dyess and she will be missed I am sure by all.
Bob & Vicki
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Brenda & Larry,
It was a pleasure knowing mom. She seemed to enjoy life so much! When she entered your presence she lifted the spirits of all that were around her, she just had that way about her. As previous generations leave us we realize more and more just how much we can learn from them. Your mother was a great teacher on the subject of life. She will be missed by all that knew her.
Bob & Vicki
ronnie and teresa bryan
Monday, September 21, 2009
larry and brenda, please except our deepest sympathy.mrs.wallace was the most loving and caring lady i have ever met. we loved her so much. i am going to miss talking to her on the phone, and her being by my side working the popcorn machine and our shows. i loved her like a mother,she came and was by my side when i lost my daughter,took care of me and shared the word of god with me. i could not of went through this without her. she was an amazing woman. we are going to miss her so much. our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Glenda Sims Jackson
Monday, September 21, 2009
My sympathy to the family of Frances Wallace. She was a beautiful person, and I have admired her since my childhood, as a student at Dyess School. I will remember you all in prayer. May God bless each of you and comfort you in the knowledge of her peace.
Ken, Mollie, Jacob & Sam Smith
Monday, September 21, 2009
Much Love Brenda
Annette Pettit
Monday, September 21, 2009
Larry and Brenda, I am so very sorry for the loss of your mom. This will be one of the hardest things you ever face. I still miss my mom every day. I have many happy memories in your "new" home on Hwy 14, and I could always count on seeing her at the Dyess Reunion. She was one of my favorite teachers and had much influence on my life. I wish I could be at the service, but I am in my 30th year of teaching. My love to you both.
Phil Cox
Monday, September 21, 2009
Larry and Brenda, you are in my prayers. I admired your mom all my life, and her influence is still with me, as a teacher and as a friend. The times she was stern with me, it was obvious at he same time she cared greatly about me. She was always a graceful and classy lady. I'll miss her.
Charles Smith
Monday, September 21, 2009
Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. Not only was she my favorite teacher she was a dear friend. I will miss her sweet smile and her kindness. I am holding you Brenda and Larry in my prayers.
Dave and Rellia Dillinger
Monday, September 21, 2009
Brenda and Family,
Your love for your family always warms our hearts. But it was your devotion to your mother and the wonderful relationship you shared that always made us smile. It was a beautiful thing to behold and I was so jealous. Made me miss my momma so much! Frances was a true Christian lady that showed God's love in every area of her life. She loved all of God's children, especially the ones that needed her the most. And her years of devotion to the education of those children will be stars in her crown. Now she is resting in the arms of the Lord and probably preparing a lesson plan for some little angels in heaven. She will always be a part of your heart and of all of those that loved her. Your memories will keep her with you always. We are richer for knowing her and thank you for sharing her with us.
Kayrene Caraway
Monday, September 21, 2009
Brenda, & family
So sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
JIMMY CASEY
Monday, September 21, 2009
LARRY, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Gerald Huff
Monday, September 21, 2009
Mrs. wallace will be missed, even though I only got to see her once or twice a year she always had a smile and hug waiting and I will truly miss that, even though she is with God now she will always be in my heart.
Sincerly
Gerald & Edie Huff
Brenda Palmer
Monday, September 21, 2009
Brenda: I send my deepest sympathy to you at this very difficult time. Mothers are precious and their loss is surely Heaven's gain. In viewing the photo of your mother, I must say (although I never met her), she was indeed a very beautiful lady. Brenda, you are a treasure to my sister, Mary Lee, and I thank you for always being there and I know Mary Lee is there for you right now. May God's love be your assurance in next weeks and months as you mourn the loss of your sweet mother.
Melissa Baxter
Monday, September 21, 2009
To Brenda- My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Mama Frances was a very special lady.
Love,
Melissa Baxter
Diane and J.R. Gerrald
Monday, September 21, 2009
Frances was an absolute joy added to our lives. Her quick wit, her ever-lasting love for her children, her enjoying of life, her talented giving of herself, and just "Momma" will always be remembered by us. Our lives were very much touched and made better by Ms. Frances. She was loved dearly and respectfully by all who came in contact with her and we're definitely a part of those. Thanks Brenda for sharing your momma with us.
Everett Henson
Monday, September 21, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss Frances always had a smile and was willing to do anything to make Dyess a better and enjoyable place to live.
Linda (foster ) Williams
Monday, September 21, 2009
To the family, My sincere sympathy of your great lost. Mrs. Wallace was a great teacher of many things. She will be greatly missed. Sincerely Linda Williams
Gary Anderson
Monday, September 21, 2009
Mrs. Wallace was always a tower of strength, but, forever, forgiving. I loved her, her smile, and her ability to cope. I only made it back home once yearly, and was always looking to make sure she was there. I will miss her deeply.
James and Teresa Blagg
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Mrs Wallace was one of the finest ladies James and I have ever had the privilege to know. She will be deeply missed .
Willis Forrester
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Frances was the sweetest - always a smile and always happy to see her family. She will be greatly missed.
Glenda Dollar
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Larry, Brenda and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Frances was so sweet and kind and will be missed by everyone who knew her.