James R. Wallace, 68, of Mansfield, passed away at his home after a long, hard fought battle with cancer on September 20, 2015. Born June 18, 1947 in Mansfield, he was the son of Ray Wallace and Mary Ann (Cianci) Disbro. James graduated from Mansfield Senior High School. James worked as a sheriff for the Richland County Sheriff’s Department for several years before going to work for Moritz Concrete, where he later retired from after 38 years of service. James’ first love was his family and a close second was his Harley. He enjoyed riding with his sister, even riding while going through chemotherapy last summer. The longer the trip, the better! If he wasn’t riding, you could find James shooting the breeze with the guys at the Harley shop. His two “babies” were his dogs, who he loved dearly.
A special thank you to OhioHealth Hospice and Hales Harley Davidson for their kindness.
Surviving are his sister, Sandie Dailey; son, Thomas (Ruby Ogden) Wallace; aunt and uncle, Frances and Kenneth Hershner; granddaughter, Courtney (Josh Colbert) Marshall; nieces, Josie (Brian) Barcroft and Mary Ann (Billy Southerlend) Hinkle; two great-grandchildren; special friend, Leslie Goble; beloved furbabies, Duchess and Zoey; and grandpup, Bella.
Along with his parents, James was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Connie (Ruffin) Wallace; great-grandchild, Jaxson Colbert; grandparents; aunt and uncle, Carol and Lorenz Jerger; and brother-in-law, James Dailey.
A note for you, James, from your big sis: “Ride on little brother, ride on”.
Family and friends are invited to visit on Friday, September 25, 2015 from 5-7 p.m. at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, 98 S. Diamond Street, Mansfield, Ohio 44902. A special friend will be sharing a few words in James’ memory at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to OhioHealth Hospice, 335 Glessner Avenue, Mansfield, Ohio 44902.
Words of comfort may be expressed at www.wappner.com.
