Calling hours will be held in Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg on Thursday, December 1, from 4-7pm. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers the family request that memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 417005. Boston, MA 02241.“Howl at the moon”
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Gardner – William L. Wallace, III, 59, of Gardner, passed away peacefully in his home on November 27, 2016.
Bill was born in Lunenburg, MA on October 11, 1957, son of Joan Wiles Pellerin and the late William L. Wallace, Jr. After graduating from Leominster High School, Bill enlisted in the US Navy where he proudly served his country for 14 years until his honorable discharge in 1988. While in service, Bill was at the top of the bantam weight class in boxing, winning 23 out of 24 fights.
Bill was the owner of the gaming stores, The Dragon’s Den, Cody’s Castle, and Autumn’s Adventure. He was also a specialist in the Paranormal. In his spare time Bill enjoyed playing tactical video games and darts, he was always improving and played darts in a local league. Having been around the world two and half times, Bill was always proud to share his many lessons and stories learned over the years. Bill was a loving father and grandfather who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He will be fondly remembered for his quick wit, loving demeanor, and incredible ability to instill hope in those around him. The animal that embodied him most was the owl.
He leaves his children, Kenneth Wallace and wife Anita of PA, Jennifer Wallace of PA, Cody Woodard-Wallace of Westminster, Autumn Woodard-Wallace of Westminster; step children, Daniel Bernard of NH and Joseph Bernard of Gardner; grandchildren, Alexis and Landon Wallace, Taylor Wallace, Willow Gillis and Isabella Bernard; his mother, Joan Pellerin and her husband Jerry Pellerin of Leominster; sisters, Brenda Lauth and husband John of Leominster, Wanda Wallace of Leominster; stepbrother David Pellerin; mother of his children, Diane Woodard of Westminster; his partner, Aprille Bernard of Gardner; several nieces, nephews, and many close friends.
In addition to his father, Bill was predeceased by his son, William L. Wallace, IV.