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Matthew Wallace Obituary

WALLACE, Matthew Matthew Collins Wallace, 19, of Mt. Pleaant, passed away on March 29, 2009. Matthew was born in Jackson, Mississippi, a son of Kimberly Ferneau Wallace and Mickey Paul Wallace on Monday, August 14, 1989. Matthew was raised in both Charleston and Jackson, with deep ties to and relationships in both cities. Matthew graduated from Wando High School in 2008 and attended Trident Technical College, where he expressed an interest in pre-law and psychology majors. Matthew was very much beloved by his mother, father and his extended family, and he will be especially remembered for his intelligence, loyalty and his generous practice of the art of friendship. Matthew's sensitivity of spirit was attuned to the needs of both people and animals, and he understood the wide range of poetry: from the stanzas of hip hop and haiku to the drumbeat rhythm of living a life in which he was greatly loved. "That best portion of a good man's life, His little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and of love." - William Wordsworth Matthew is survived by his mother, Kimberly F. Wallace and her husband, Tom Hentges, of Mt. Pleasant, his father, Mickey P. Wallace and his wife, Meg, of Jackson, MS; two brothers, Michael Ryan Wallace and Sean Ferneau Wallace; his grandmother, Annalo Wallace; his aunts, uncles and cousins, Patrick and Taylor, and a large circle of close friends. The relatives and friends of Matthew C. Wallace are invited to attend his Funeral Service at 11:00 AM Thursday, April 2, 2009, at St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 67 Anson St. Charleston. Burial will be held privately. The family will receive friends on Wednesday evening from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Hwy. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Matthew's name to the Charleston Animal Society at 2455 Remount Road, Charleston, SC 29406 (843-747-4849). Online condolences may be made through www.charlestonfunerals.com Arrangements by JAMES A. MCALISTER, INC. 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/ deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1, 2009.

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Phillip and Sherena Sarullo

April 30, 2009

We offer our deepest sympathy to you. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace.

Dianne Stefanick

April 17, 2009

Mickey, Kristy (Herman) and I imagine your pain and hope for your healing.

Carolyn Buchanan

April 17, 2009

Dr Wallace and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. I don`t know how you feel but I do know how I feel as I have lost a son in a devastating way as well.The death of a child is an impossible grief and viewed as the greatest of all tragedies.
I have joined a grp in Jackson called The Compssionate Friends..An organization for families who have experienced the death of a child. When you feel like it , this group understands completely. Don`t rush anything tho @ this point as it took me 5 months after my son`s passing to attend my first meeting.
Know that you are not a lone in this grief journey.

Shirley Shumer

April 16, 2009

Tom, Kimberly and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. It's so tragic when a parent loses a loved one, but it's devastating to lose a child first. We always feel our Children should outlive us, but sometimes it's not meant to be. I wish I could have known your son. He sounds awesome. The obituary is just beautiful and will bring tears to your eyes. Hold onto to Psalm 86:6,7 "Give ear, O Lord, unto my prayer; and attend to the voice of supplications. In the day of my trouble I call upon thee: for thou wilt answer me". Also, think of Revalations 21:10-21...know that your son is in heaven, with God, and walking the streets of gold.

Terry, Rita, Brad and Lori Beckham

April 14, 2009

Dr. Wallace,
We were so saddened to hear of your tragic loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Don Butts

April 9, 2009

Mickey, so sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your son.

ruth argenio

April 4, 2009

Dear Wallace family,
We lost our 18 year old son last june and know somewhat of the pain you are going through.Please know we are keeping you in our prays and thoughts. If you need to talk please feel free to contact us. May God Bless You during this time, Ruth and Jeff Argenio
881-0291

Lisa & Charlie Dieth

April 3, 2009

To Micky and family,
We are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the peace of the Lord which passes all understanding be with you all now and always.

Shelia Green & Patrick Brown

April 2, 2009

To the family of Matt:
We were so saddened to learn of your loss. Matt was a very sweet person & will be sorely missed. He spent lots of time with my son Patrick (Wando High Class of 2008). We extend our heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Please let us know if there's anything that we can do for you.

Claudia Brown

April 2, 2009

Family,
Not sure if I knew Matt, but being that he was a student at the Palmer Campus of TTC, I know I must have seen him many times in the Bookstore/Business Office. Want to encourage you to look to the Lord during this time of sorry and for comfort read Psalm 37:5 "Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in Him and He shall bring it to past. Know that help is only one pray away and God is there to carry the heavy load.
Claudia and Bookstore/Business Staff
Palmer Campus - Trident Technical College

Carol Linville, President Pet Helpers Adoption Center

April 2, 2009

Tom, Kimberly and family - On behalf of all at Pet Helpers Adoption Center, please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of Matt. He left you way too soon. God bless you and help you during this most painful and difficult time.

Linda Brown

April 2, 2009

Dear Kim and family,
George and I are so sorry to learn of your terrible loss. There is nothing harder than the loss of a child. We pray that God will give you strength in the days ahead.
We are so sorry that we couldn't get to charleston today, but know that our thoughts are there with you.

Greg, Paula, Carey & Will Rouse

April 2, 2009

Mickey and family,
We are so very saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most horrific time in your life.

Kathy Hutchinson

April 2, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Shawn Churchill-Coy

April 1, 2009

Micky and Wallace Family, we were sorry to hear of your loss. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Shawn Churchill-Coy and Andy Coy

Mayvon Cole

April 1, 2009

Mickey,Annalo, and all
Matt will be greatly missed and know you
are in my thoughts and prayers. Wish I
could be there.
Love Mayvon

Paul & Michelle Wittsack

April 1, 2009

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Matt will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

April 1, 2009

Wallace Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kline & Debbie Milner

Debbie Callender

April 1, 2009

Mickey, we were all so shocked and sad when we heard this. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Kendra Hughes

April 1, 2009

I worked with Matt and he was such a pleasure to be around! We would always talk about what was going on in his life and we would work throuh it together. He will be missed very much and I am praying for your family. god bless.

Sandra Doherty

April 1, 2009

To Mickey, Annalo, and your dear family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Matt will always be with you in spirit. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.

Jo McKamey Wenger

April 1, 2009

Kim, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! I am so very sorry for your loss.

Rita Dillard Pratt

April 1, 2009

Please know that my prayers are for you
and your family as you travel thru this
tragic loss of your precious son.

Patsy Thompson

April 1, 2009

We're so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
All Metro Pest

April 1, 2009

Mickey,

We're so sorry to hear of your great loss of a precious son. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

CLINT AND SUE CASE (BELLE POINTE)

johnny moore

April 1, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Kelley Hartsell

March 31, 2009

To Matt's Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Matt is such a great kid and was there for my daughter, Kaela when she lost her sister. He was always at the house right there with her. Please know that I am praying for strength as you head down the road of recovery and understanding. He is in Heaven and he is watching over all of you and if you need him, he is right there ....

Chris Cousins

March 31, 2009

I will never forget Matt. He lived around us and now within us all. I was blessed to have gotten to meet him. We all love you Matt and miss you dearly.

Michael Roberts

March 31, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your families.

Tammy, Gary, Jarrod and Jake Hutchinson

March 31, 2009

Kim, Mickey, Ryan, Sean and Annalo,

I remember the day he was born. Mickey you and Kim both were so proud of another boy. We are so sorry for the loss of such an extraordinary son.

Bob, Pat and Will Drinkwater

March 31, 2009

Mickey, Kim, Sean, Ryan, Annalo and Families,

We are thinking of you. We are so very sorry for your loss.

Lael Kershaw-Byrd

March 31, 2009

Dear Kim, Sean, and Ryan....I was so sorry to hear about Matt. He was a very little boy when Ryan attended Trident, so I did not really know him, but it sounded like he grew up to be a very caring, sensitive young man who was deeply loved. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Cary & Donnie Thompson

March 31, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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