To Wallace’s family:
My dad, Robert M. (Bob) Miller, was the tail gunner on Wallace’s B-29 crew in WWII. Dad passed away in 2008. I met Wallace and Maureen when they visited my parents in the 1990’s and then my son and I once visited Wallace and Maureen at their home in Yakima after my parents passed away. Wallace and I kept in touch after that, by telephone and then by email when Wallace’s failing hearing made our calls too difficult. Wallace said that I was the only person  left who could relate to his B-29 memories, and we enjoyed connecting with each other about his and Dad’s experiences. He wished and hoped his grandson would become interested in that history, so it’s not forgotten. 
Last fall, he emailed about computer problems and promised to resume communication when possible but that was the last I heard from him. I confirmed only recently that he had passed on.
If any family member wants to email or talk about Wallace, please contact me, Robert (Bob) Miller Jr., at jcwsandman52@gmail.com or (717) 512-5425.
I will miss this great man and friend. RIP Wallace

I’m sorry to hear of his passing. I first knew him when I was in high school, where we attended the same church. He was a kind and friendly man, a good friend to our family. I was fascinated with his talents. He was an excellent tailor then and made coats and clothing for his family. We met at church activities from time to time over the years and I admired his spinning wheels. He will be missed.

Dear Terry and Randy-

My heart goes out to you with the loss of your Father. My memories of him go back to my early childhood, when your family was living out at the Ranch. When my family would drive there to visit my Grandfather often your family would be present, and I would get to see all of you. Your Father in those days was busy with his chiropractic business, in addition to helping keep the rustic Ranch operating.

Your Father was a quiet man who thought carefully before speaking. As I learned later he had a stellar career in the Army Air Force during WWII, and had distinguished himself flying B29s to Japan.  This would ultimately result in the restoration of the B29 he had flown at the Museum of Flight in Seattle. I was honored to be invited to attend the christening event, where he was the featured guest.

Your Father's interest in woodworking was a connection I shared through my Uncle David. I was privileged to have the opportunity to admire many of his spinning wheels while they were being constructed, and hear the stories about the people who purchased them. It seemed to bring him immense pleasure to serve others with his skills.

He was dedicated to God, and to his family. That was shown consistently.  He was a role model in demonstrating how to serve the Lord, and to maintain a family.

May you know he will be well remembered.  I am thinking of you each day as this life transition comes about.

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Wallace Guy van Eaton

24 janvier 1922 – 27 décembre 2022

Keith & Keith Funeral Home

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