George was always so sharing with his love of photography.  I learned so much from him  and I was fortunate to have him gift me one of his cameras the last time that I saw him.  I treasure that camera and use it exclusively now.  I do so miss him.....

To George's Family,

I had the pleasure of working with George from 1982 when I started as a graduate student  to 1995 when he retired from NBS/NIST. George was a master technician for our growing group at NBS and kept our equipment running smoothly with his mechanical, plumbing and electrical skills. We still use cleanroom equipment that George had a hand in putting together. He was also renowned for making careful and beautiful photographs of our experiments and devices - some still hang in our office space. Above all, George was soft spoken, kind, conscientious and a valued member of our group.

My condolences to you all and thank you for posting the photo - looks like George had hardly changed from 1995.

 - Jim

My Father, was from the very  beginning, a teacher and lover of nature, wildlife, and camping. He took me camping when I was only 4 years old to Olive Ridge campground in Colorado. Have the photos of me in my "hoodie" to prove it. A true treasure   
     The unplanned photo shoot that was a true miracle , was when he and my Mother and husband Tim, were  awaiting the childbirth of our son ...
 I guess the Nurse asked if they wanted to come in to the birthing room, and be present for childbirth, there they were, my Father with camera in hand  I must have said  Sure why not ? and he caught a true miracle , the Miracle of Birth  of our son Shane Oram
   My Father  will be ever present with me in my heart and to me, he himself was a miracle in action to family, friends, and anyone he met. We all miss and love him always, Diana his daughter

My mother, Velma Wallace, was only 12 years old when George was born.  She got to spend a lot of time with him as he grew older.  George would come with our Baughman family camping at Chalk Lake, CO every few years or so.  Ever present was his camera and his smile.  Some of my favorite pictures of my two kids came from George when they were pre-school age.  I will always treasure those pics.  I know there was a huge family gathering when George finally arrived in heaven.  I'm sure my mother was one of the first to welcome him in.  We will miss George, but his spirit of love and family will go on forever.

Above all, George was a devoted family man, not only immediate family with Madeline, Duane and Diana, but also with a large number of aunts, uncles and grandchildren.  He was one of the most talented and kind-hearted persons you could find.  He always had a smile and would go out of his way to help mankind.  Photography was his passion, usually associated with nature, family reunions and special church activities.  He was an avid camper and favored Rocky Mountain National Park.  He and wife, Madeline,  spent much time together at their condominium at Estes Park.  From an early age he learned how to construct about anything.  The world would be much better if  it had people like George.  He will be greatly missed but we will forever be with him in heart and mind.    Brother Ken

Dear Cousins,
George will be sorely missed.  He was such a sweet and gentle man.  Although you lived a long ways away I can remember seeing him at so many family functions and he always took time to talk with everyone that was there, even those of us who were younger.  I can only recall one Blalack-Newcomer family reunion where he was not our "family photographer".  He took such great pride in making sure the photos included all of the "clan" and to then distribute them later to "the cousins".    I am sure that he is very happy now to join your Mom.    Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.   Candi Tibbals

OBITUARY

George H. Wallace

January 13, 1930 – July 13, 2020

Ahlberg Funeral Chapel

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