Rev. Wayne Wallace

William Wayne Wallace, 84, transitioned peacefully to his Heavenly Home on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center, Danville, Virginia. Born in Mecklenburg County, Virginia, on January 19th, 1941, he was the son of the late Paul Adam Wallace and Alma Johnson Wallace. Wayne dedicated his life to service. To his country, his family, and God. He served six years in the National Guard. Following his military service, he was called into lifelong ministry. He was ordained as a minister at Antioch Baptist Church in Red Oak Virginia. He attended and graduated Boyce Bible College at Southern Seminary in Louisville Kentucky. He went on to serve as pastor for Van Buren Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky, and Glenn Hill Baptist Church on Mt. Hill Road in Danville. Wayne served and retired as pastor in August of 2018 at State Line Baptist Church in Danville Virginia after 33 years, before becoming Pastor Emeritus. Wayne's faith was evident in every aspect of his life. He was known for his grace, kindness, and gentle spirit; he never complained or judged others. Even when stricken by Parkinson's disease five years ago, he remained strong, never letting his illness stop him. He taught our family many life lessons, from riding a bike to driving a car, and was always present for his family, proudly attending ball games, track meets, dance recitals, and other important events. His unconditional love and support were some of his best lessons. His greatest lesson was that God loves us. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Jean Dickerson Wallace, whom he married on July 21, 1962. In addition to his wife, his memory is cherished by his children, Michael Wayne Wallace (Amy) and two sisters, Carolyn Van Hoy; Paula Tanner; his brother, Bobby Wallace (Brenda); three granddaughters, Kasey Wallace, Abby Wallace, and Emily Mayhew (Gauge); and two great-grandchildren, Benson Michael Fraser and Kameron Wayne Harvey. A celebration of Wayne’s life will be held on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 2:00 PM in the Family Life Center at Stateline Baptist Church. The service will be officiated by the Rev. Bob Thurman, the Rev. David Turbyfill, and the Rev. Billy Hodges. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church and at other times at the residence. All are welcome. Wrenn Yeatts Westover Chapel is serving the Wallace Family.

Rev. Wayne Wallace

January 19, 1941 - December 13, 2025