He was preceded in death by his parents, Kathryn and Basil Wallace. Tom is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Jan: children Sara (Adam) Nyman, Matthew (Elizabeth) Wallace: grandchildren, Macy, Sam, Hayden, Nora, Leighton and Grayson.
A proud graduate of The Ohio State University, Tom remained a lifelong and devoted Buckeye fan. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. Tom found joy in the simple things in life and was always happiest when surrounded by his friends and family. He enjoyed time spent golfing, fishing, traveling and riding motorcycles. But above all else, Tom was a proud husband, father, and grandfather. His family was his greatest source of pride and joy.
Tom will be remembered for the love he gave so generously, the quiet ways he cared for those around him, and the countless memories he created. His presence will be deeply missed, but his love and the legacy he leaves in his family will live on for generations.
Visitation will be 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 1, 2026 at Schoedinger Grove City, 4242 Hoover Rd., Grove City, Ohio 43123. Funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. Friday, October 2, 2026 at St John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3220 Columbus St, Grove City, OH 43123. Interment with Army military honors will follow at Sunset Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Honor Flight Columbus (https://www.honorflightcmh.org/donate-today) or a charity of your choice in Tom’s memory.
