James Otis Wallace's Obituary
Decatur-James Wallace, 41, of Decatur, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2016 in Decatur Memorial Hospital.
James was born December 8, 1974 in Decatur, Illinois, the son of John and Charmayne (Westenhaver) Wallace. He attended Stephen Decatur High School and was previously employed with B&W Paving. James enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, fishing, and anything having to do with sunshine. He also loved to cook and watch cooking shows. But more than anything James loved his children and was especially proud of them. He was looking forward to being a grandpa for the first time.
James leaves behind his children Ella Charmayne Wallace, Cory James Wallace, and Kadshia Daniellaa Davis, grandmother Ruth Wallace, brother Jeremy Wallace, and sister Tammy (Rodney) Bandy.
James was preceded in death by his mother Charmayne and grandparents Otis Wallace and George and Judy Westenhaver.
Graveside services to celebrate James’ life will be 1 PM Thursday, September 22, 2016 in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the family in care of Tammy Bandy.
The family of James Wallace is being served by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2801 N. Monroe Street, Decatur, IL. View the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories to the family at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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