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Gerald E. “Jerry” Wallace, 81, of Highland, IL, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, at his home in Highland.
He was born on February 26, 1944, in Townsend, MT, to Howard and Ruby (nee Olsen) Wallace.
Jerry was an avid golfer, and he enjoyed going to auctions and yard sales.
He was preceded in death by his parents; Howard and Ruby Wallace; son, Robert Wallace; and 6 sisters.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Margaret (nee Kane) Wallace; daughter, Lisa Conner-Wallace; grandchildren, Alan Wallace, Ryan Wallace, Megan Wallace, Roshelle Walters, and Brittane Wallace; great grandchildren, Jayden, Chase, Cam, Jameson, and Stella; sister, Bette Moore; and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial donations may be made to Oak Brook Golf Course in Edwardsville, IL.
There will be no services held at this time.
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