William R. “Bill” Wallace, 76, died February 29, 2008, in Fort Pierce, Florida.Bill was a mechanic in the aircraft industry, as well as a sea captain.He served in the US Air Force, stationed in Alaska during the Korean War, retired from Eastern Airlines and was a 32nd degree Mason and member of Oleeta Lodge #145 and Mahi Shrine in Miami.Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Shirley M. Wallace; son, Joseph R. Wallace; one grandson and one granddaughter. He is preceded in death by his parents, Harland and Luanzy Wallace and brother John H. Wallace.