He was born June 27, 1939 in Skowhegan, Maine, the son of Melville Wallace and Lorraine (Yeaton) Wallace.
He married Roxie Harriet Hayden on June 26, 1971 in Norridgewock, Maine, she passed away February 14, 2015.
He graduated from Skowhegan High school in the class of 1957.
Richard owned and operated Richard Wallace & Son Construction business in Norridgewock for many years. He was a truck driver for several local companies for many years in Norridgewock. He loved to drive truck.
He loved to raise hell, he liked snowmobiling and he loved to make homemade pineapple ice cream.
He is survived by his son Randy Wallace, his granddaughters; Samantha, Joanna, his grandsons; Jacob and Dylan; two brothers, Gary Wallace and his wife Elaine, Kenny Wallace and his wife Jane; several nieces, several great-nephews and great nieces.
He was predeceased by his son Ryan Wallace, his wife Roxie, his parents Melville and Lorraine Wallace.
A very special thank you to Dr. Lambke and his staff and Beacon Hospice for all of their wonderful care.
A private graveside service will be at a later date.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Smart & Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan, Maine.
