Beverly Ann Halley-Wallach, 81, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2024 at home. Beverly, affectionately known as Bev, Beverly, and above all, Nana, was a cherished woman who wore many hats. She was a wife, mother, daughter, sister, and a friend to all. She brought joy and warmth to everyone she encountered and left behind a steadfast legacy of love and compassion.
Beverly was born on October 31, 1942, in Union City, Ohio, to Josephine and Glen Halley. She graduated from Mississinawa Valley High School in 1960 and went on to graduate from the Miami Valley School of Nursing in Dayton, Ohio, in 1963.
In 1965, Beverly joined the Air Force Nurse Corps and served at Larson AFB in Moses Lake, Washington until she transferred to Offutt AFB in Bellevue, Nebraska, and served there until 1967. During her station in Nebraska in 1965, she met the love of her life, Steve Wallach, and they married three months later on June 1, 1965. Beverly and Steve were married for over 59 years. She retired from the Air Force as a Second Lieutenant in 1967.
Beverly dedicated over 56 years of her life to nursing, specializing in OB/GYN. Her career took her to various states across the country, including Ohio, Washington, Nebraska, Idaho, Michigan, and Iowa, before settling in Texas. Beverly's commitment to her love for caring for mothers and babies shone through in her exemplary work and awards. She was a recipient of the 1997 Great 100 Nurses Award and was honored for her 50 Years of Nursing in 2013.
Beverly is survived by her sons Scott Wallach (The Woodlands), Mark Wallach and his wife Staci (Fort Worth), grandchildren Sydney Wallach and Stephen Maxwell “Max” Wallach, brother Ronald Halley and his wife Kim of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and her sister Glenna Halley-Burkett and her husband Tim of Dayton, Ohio. In addition, she is survived by Lanell Wallach (mother of Sydney) of The Woodlands.
Beverly's legacy lives on through her family and the countless lives she touched through her nursing career. Her dedication to nursing and her role as a Nurse Manager in the DFW area left an indelible mark on the healthcare community. Beverly's kindness, selflessness, and unwavering commitment to her patients serve as a testament to her character and spirit.
After 50 years of nursing, Beverly never left hospitals, she continued to volunteer and mentor many nurses with her knowledge. Even in her last days, Beverly remained committed to uplifting and inspiring others. While at the rehabilitation center, she encountered an aide with aspirations of becoming a nurse. Beverly took the opportunity to encourage and motivate the aide, emphasizing the positive impact she had already made and urging her to pursue her dreams with determination and courage. Beverly's words of encouragement and support undoubtedly planted seeds of hope and ambition in the aide's heart, guiding her toward a fulfilling and purposeful path in nursing.
In 1997 Beverly and Stephen brought The Christmas Box Angel to Harris HEB Hospital for grieving families a place to grieve the loss of their babies. This act of compassion and empathy reflected Beverly's deep understanding of the importance of honoring and acknowledging the pain of loss within a supportive environment.
Beverly Ann Halley-Wallach's unwavering dedication to nursing, her selfless acts of kindness, and her commitment to mentoring and empowering others exemplify the essence of a true healthcare hero. Her legacy extends far beyond her professional accomplishments, as she has touched countless lives with her generosity, empathy, and encouragement.
As we reflect on Beverly's remarkable life and the profound impact she had on those around her, we are reminded of the power of compassion, mentorship, and unwavering dedication. Beverly's spirit continues to shine brightly through the lives she touched, the nurses she mentored, and the hearts she inspired. Her legacy of care, kindness, and encouragement will forever be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Beverly Ann Halley-Wallach's legacy lives on in the hearts of those she guided and inspired, a testament to the enduring power of her compassionate soul.
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