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Patrick M. Shanleysays
I was saddened to hear today that Don Wallace had passed away. I had the pleasure of working with him (14’s “A” shift), from 1974 to 1977. During that time he was UFLAC president at a time when the president worked at a fire station. In those days FS 14 was rather a busy assignment. I remember that Don ate a good percentage of his meals in the grapevine booth at 14’s taking a phone call from some member who was in trouble or needed UFLAC assistance in some way. He was a great fireman, almost always cheerful, and could play a good guitar (in the locker room at 14’s).
He will be long remembered, and missed. A life well lived. Rest in peace Don.
My friend Don was articulate, fearless, smart, funny and persistent. He was a nice guitar picker, played percussion with spoons, and he remembered all the words of any folk song. Don raised the level of our benefits on the job again and again. He put himself second. I will always remember his wild eye’d smile and can do attitude. God bless you for all you you gave us.
Great times over the kitchen table. Many fun trips to Mammoth at bob’s condo. I hated to argue politics with him because he knew both sides and was adept at making one feel that they were supporting the wrong side.
He spent a great deal of time making things better for the rank and file. Many grapevine calls at 14’s on the Wallace phone, wore the rookies out.
I’m sad that he is gone but I know he is a better place. RIP Don.
Don’s tireless work in UFLAC is well know. He was my relief at our last assignment, FS-105 and always a positive force. Sorry to hear of his passing. RIP, my friend.
I first met Don in the early 60’s at Pierce College. Thanks for getting me interested in the Fire Service and especially the LAFD. Rest in Peace my friend.
Patrick M. Shanley says
I was saddened to hear today that Don Wallace had passed away. I had the pleasure of working with him (14’s “A” shift), from 1974 to 1977. During that time he was UFLAC president at a time when the president worked at a fire station. In those days FS 14 was rather a busy assignment. I remember that Don ate a good percentage of his meals in the grapevine booth at 14’s taking a phone call from some member who was in trouble or needed UFLAC assistance in some way. He was a great fireman, almost always cheerful, and could play a good guitar (in the locker room at 14’s).
He will be long remembered, and missed. A life well lived. Rest in peace Don.
John Scherrei says
My friend Don was articulate, fearless, smart, funny and persistent. He was a nice guitar picker, played percussion with spoons, and he remembered all the words of any folk song. Don raised the level of our benefits on the job again and again. He put himself second. I will always remember his wild eye’d smile and can do attitude. God bless you for all you you gave us.
Mike Bowers says
Great times over the kitchen table. Many fun trips to Mammoth at bob’s condo. I hated to argue politics with him because he knew both sides and was adept at making one feel that they were supporting the wrong side.
He spent a great deal of time making things better for the rank and file. Many grapevine calls at 14’s on the Wallace phone, wore the rookies out.
I’m sad that he is gone but I know he is a better place. RIP Don.
James Kinninger says
Don’s tireless work in UFLAC is well know. He was my relief at our last assignment, FS-105 and always a positive force. Sorry to hear of his passing. RIP, my friend.
John Ware says
I first met Don in the early 60’s at Pierce College. Thanks for getting me interested in the Fire Service and especially the LAFD. Rest in Peace my friend.