David L. Wallace
May 27, 1957 - December 8, 2015
. . . he made a large number of great friends whose lives have been enriched by knowing him.
May 27, 1957 - December 8, 2015
. . . he made a large number of great friends whose lives have been enriched by knowing him.
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David L. Wallace, 58, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday (Dec. 8, 2015) while at work.
Mr. Wallace was born on May 27, 1957 in Hornell to Leo and Vivian (Andrus) Wallace. He was a 1975 graduate of Greenwood Central School. On August 4, 1979, in Wellsville, he married Sharon Anderson, who survives. David worked for Hetzel Buick and Pontiac Garage from 1976 to 1980. From 1980 to 1987 he was employed by the Village of Andover and from 1984 through the present he has been a substitute school bus driver for Andover Central School. Additionally, he worked part time as the caretaker of the Country Estates in Andover; starting in 2001. However, the bulk of his working career was spent as the Andover Highway Superintendent, where he served in that capacity from 1988 through the present. He was scheduled to retire at the end of this year. In addition to his wife of 36 years, Davey is survived by his son Andrew Wallace of Tonawanda; his Aunt Irene Chaffee of Greenwood and Aunt Dolores Andrus of Hornell; and several nieces and nephews, including a particularly special niece Jennifer Wallace and her two children, Richard and Samantha. He was predeceased by his parents and four siblings, Larry Wallace, Leo James Wallace, Richard Wallace, and Susan Wallace James. Davey was a dedicated member of the Andover Volunteer Fire Department and Andover Rescue Squad since 1978 where he served in many capacities including Fire Chief, Treasurer, and Emergency Medical Technician. He was awarded the honor of Fireman of the Year in 1986 and 1999. He was also a member of the Allegany County Town Highway Superintendents Association since 1988 and served as President from 1999-2000. He holds a long standing membership in the NYS Highway Superintendents Association also dating from 1988. His membership with the Allegany County Volunteer Fireman’s Association dates to 1978 and he served as President from 1990 to 1991. Additionally, he was President of the Allegany County Fire Chief’s Association from 1992 to 1995 with membership in the organization since 1987. In 2004 David became the Allegany County District Fire Coordinator for District IV and served in that capacity until the present. David had a special place in his heart for Lamoka Lake and served as a board member on the Lamoka Waneta Lakes’ Association since 2010. He spent all his free time there enjoying boating, jet skiing and hanging out with his family, friends and 2 dogs, Shea and Nelli. He loved soaking in the refreshment offered by its relaxing atmosphere. Davey also had an appreciated for vehicles other than the local snow plow and school bus, particularly his black Trans Am and red Stingray. David was a dedicated public servant to Andover and Allegany County and felt honored to serve the people in our area. For those in his hometown, he was the first one out and about on snowy mornings mindful of the safety of all. As a result of his many hours of public service, he made a large number of great friends whose lives have been enriched by knowing him. Visitation will be held today (Thursday) from 5-8 p.m. and Friday from 12-3 p.m.at Baker-Swan Funeral Home in Andover. The funeral service will be held on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at the Andover Fire Station with Rev. Terry Kelly officiating. Burial will follow in Valley Brook Cemetery in Andover. Andover Volunteer Fire Department hopes to place a digital LED sign on their property. Memorial contributions in Davey’s name may be made to Andover Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 714, Andover, NY 14806, designated “Sign.” |
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