Wallace Joseph Bouchard, age 97 of Byron Center formerly of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully December 7, 2024, with his family at his bedside. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Wanda Bouchard; wife, Elizabeth; grandson, Ryan Smith; sister, LaRaine Glovick; and brother, Jerome Bouchard. He is lovingly remembered by his children Susan (Bob) Knauf, Margaret (Mike) Smith, Doug (Sue) Kopen; 12 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; in-laws Joe (Jan) Polack and Marjorie Polack; and many extended family and friends.
Walt was proud and honored to have served his country in the Army Air Corp during World War II.
He was a sweet, gentle man who loved his family - especially his wife. He enjoyed doing stained glass, jewelry making, fishing, golfing, woodworking, and dancing.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 13, 2024 at St. Sebastian Catholic Church, 9408 Wilson Ave. SW, Byron Center, with Msgr. William Duncan Celebrant. The family will receive relatives and friends from 9:30-10:15 a.m. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.cookcaresbyron.com in their online guestbook. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans.
