Windell Ray Wallace

Windell Ray Wallace, 56, of Fort Smith passed from this life August 18, 2021 in Fort Smith. He was born October 15, 1964, at Fort Chaffee, to Robert and Sarah Shrives Wallace. Windell had worked as a Quality Assurance Coordinator for Stryten Manufacturing the last 7 years. Prior to that, he worked 29 years at Whirlpool Corporation starting as a high school summer hire and leaving as they locked the doors in 2012.

Windell lived a full life, giving generously of his time, talents and energy. He served as a volunteer firefighter for 23 years through Barling (1992-2000) and Greenwood (2000-2015), only stepping away when a shoulder injury interfered.

And while firefighting was a lifetime dream for Windell, most of his volunteer time was “for the kids.” Any time he was asked why he did something, the answer was always, “It’s for the kids.”

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He volunteered with the Boy Scouts for 15 years (1998-2015). Over the years, Windell served in Pack 53 and Troop 146, as well as numerous years

on staff for Camp Orr and Rogers Scout Reservation. Highlights of his scouting career included serving on the staff of the 2005 National Jamboree and taking a contingency to Puerto Rico scout camp in 2006. His dedication to the youth of Westark Area Council

was recognized with the Silver Beaver award in 2009.

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Windell supported the Greenwood Football program as one of the “bulldog” guys, helping with the inflatable, sideline run-through for five seasons

at home and playoff games. He also enjoyed organizing and serving large team meals on theme night, especially kabob meals for homecoming.

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The area where Windell gave the most time was through the Greenwood Bulldogs Trap Shooting Team. After approaching the school board in Fall

2008, Windell and Eleanor started the team for the spring season 2009. In 13 years, he has worked with over 1,800 youth. Over the years, 46 squads have qualified for state competition with 6 top-3 finishes at the regional level and 4 top-3 finishes at the state

level.

Windell is survived by his wife Eleanor; their three sons, Michael Ray Wallace, Benjamin Richards (Christian), and Alexander Richards (Brooke). He is also survived by his sisters Mary Andrus and Gail McCann (Roger); and his brother David George (Suzanne); and one grandson, Easton Ray Wallace. He is also survived by several nieces, Trisha Andrus, Monica Ibison (Jeremy), Aspen Kelley (Matt), Ayla Klug (Chris), and Raven McCann plus one nephew, Ezra McCann, plus several cousins and great-nieces and great-nephews. Additionally, he is survived by the grandparents of his sons, Mike and Dottie Morrow; and Jerry and Jane Hartfield. Windell was preceded in death by a brother, Jerry George.

Throughout Windell's life, special friends shared many laughs and adventures, especially Kendall Hicks, Darrell Dewitt, Scott Morgan and all the current and former trap coaches that make up the "trap family".

A memorial service celebrating Windell’s life will be 10:30am Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Greenwood High School Performing Arts Center. Services are under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Greenwood Bulldogs Trap Shooting Team, PO Box 154, Greenwood AR 72936 or the Almost Home Shelter, 3390 Pointer Trail East, Van Buren AR 72956.

The family would like to thank paramedics Marty Nelson and Frank Fuenas for their assistance in the home, and the Mercy nursing staff, especially ER nurse Karina and ICU nurses Michael, Tiffini, Crystal, Renee, Dawn, Phoebe and Rachel for their care of Windell.

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