Richard Eugene Wallace

In the early 1970’s they decided to go to the Yukon. Along the way they stopped to work at Fireside, in Northern BC. This is where he met his wife, Debbie. He then moved on to Dawson City, Yukon where he worked as a mechanic and did a little gold mining. He reconnected with Debbie in Whitehorse in 1975. They were married in August of 1976. They were graced with their daughter, Kathryn, in 1978. Due to work, they moved to north central Alberta in 1983, then moved a final time to Mackenzie in 1989.

Dick loved his family and worked hard to ensure they had everything they needed. Dick was a kind and thoughtful man. He had a soft spot for children and animals. He was very generous and helped any way he could. Dick had a great sense of humor and loved to play pranks. His career was spent driving truck and running heavy equipment, but his passion was running grader.

Dick is survived by his wife of nearly 46 years, Debbie; daughter Kathryn (Chris); granddaughter Jamilyn; grandsons, John and Thomas; their fur-baby Winnie and numerous extended family and friends.