Obituary of James B. Wallace

James B. Wallace, 72, passed away on Oct 20, 2016. Born April 7, 1944 in Richfield Mn to Daniel and Lorraine (Grinnell) Wallace. Graduated from Cornell University in 1967. Married Margaret Harkness. Honorable discharge from Army Reserves in 1972. Moved to Park Rapids where he had spent most of his childhood summers at the family cabin on Island Lake. For many years he built homes then turned to crafting furniture. For 17 years he volunteered his time coaching the high school boys hockey team. One of his great joys was watching the team succeed. He was a member of the Park Rapids Farmers market for many years making furniture items that complimented the outdoors. He met Katie 31 years ago and found his life partner. As Jim was from a small family joining the large Kueber/Thelen family was an amazing and wonderful experience. He loved George and Marie like second parents. Jim is survived by Katie, daughter Heather(Jim)Roach, grandchildren, Angie and Will, sister Becky Rickley, nieces Katie and Annabeth nephew Peter and cousins Jan, Gary(Gail) and Dave(Laura Innes) Brisbin. Preceded in death by his mother and father, sister Kit, Aunt Dody and Uncle George. He will be missed by his many friends. Memorial service will be held next summer per his request.