Edward Lewis Wallace

Edward L Wallace, 81, of Salem, Virginia, passed Saturday, October 17, 2026. Edward "Eddie" Wallace was a loving husband of 61 years, a brother, an amazing uncle, great-uncle and friend to so many who knew him. He always went the extra mile for his beautiful wife, Jeannea, and his nieces and nephews who were so blessed to share and make a lifetime of memories with him. Edward was proceeded in death by his wife, Jeannea Wallace; and his adoptive parents, Harold M. and Pearl R. Wallace. Edward is survived by his sister-in-law, Shirley Thomas; sisters, Lee McClain and Addie Hewitt; as well as several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and an extended family who loved him very much. Edward lived in Salem, Virginia, almost his entire life. He retired from VDOT where he worked over 40 years. Edward lived a full, rich life with his soulmate, Jeannea, traveling numerous times across the U.S., Hawaii and Florida. They enjoyed their trips to the Beach for years where they spent at their place on the coast. He loved his string instruments and enjoyed spending time picking a tune with family, at church and retirement events in the area. Edward was a 30 year plus Cancer survivor. Edward attended First United Methodist Church in Salem, VirginiaThe family invites all to join us for a Celebration of Life for Edward "Eddie" Wallace on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., at New Hope Christian Church, 4229 Welcome Valley Road, Roanoke, Virginia. Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.johnmoakey.com. Holy ScriptureFor the Lord will descend from Heaven with a shout, and the trumpet of God, and the dead in Christ shall rise first, then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together to meet the Lord in the air and so shall we ever be with the Lord. (I Thessalonians 4:16-17)