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William Leslie “Les” Wallace
September 26, 1927 – February 25, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce Les’s death at the Kemptville District Hospital (KDH). He was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Mary Jean (Scott) Wallace, and his eldest daughter, Janet Pyefinch (Sid). Les was also predeceased by his eldest sister Ruth McCall (Sam – deceased) and his young brother David. He will be missed by his children, Jane Wynne (Mike Fecteau), Kathy Prosser (Eric), Kristine Wallace (Colin Mitchell) and William Wallace (Mary-Kay Chomitz). He was DeDe to his grandchildren; Jennifer Ouellet (Mark), Kelly Wynne, Leslie Wynne (Rowan Klassen), Katie Warner (Chris Cormier), Michael Warner, Meaghan Wallace, and to his great-grandchildren Emma Ouellet and Del Klassen. He will also be missed by his sisters, Doreen Wallace, June Anderson (Russel – deceased), and Janet Hobbs, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Les graduated from UBC Forestry in 1956 and maintained lifelong friendships with his classmates. His career in forestry with the federal government forged his closest friendships and was the source of many of his best stories. Doug Milne-Smith and the Peaker girls, Carolyn and Cathy, were especially close – just like family. Les’s wicked sense of humour, kindness, and generosity – all defining characteristics – will be missed by all who knew him. Many thanks to his family at Bayfield Manor for their love and care. Also, the doctors, nurses, and staff at KDH were so good to Dad, and to us.
A send-off is being planned for May 2023. Les will be interred along-side his parents Harold and Jessie (Potter) Wallace in Kars, Ontario. Donations in Dad’s memory to Kemptville District Hospital or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
The family would love to hear your stories about Les. You can send them to William at: williamjawallace@gmail.com
Saturday February 25th 2023
Death notice for the town of: Kemptville, Province: Ontario
death notice William Leslie Les Wallace Saturday February 25th 2023
obituaries notice William Leslie Les Wallace Saturday February 25th 2023
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of William Leslie Les Wallace Saturday February 25th 2023 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
