Irene is survived by seven children: Candis Mainard (Mark) of Raymore, Missouri, Kurtis Wallace (Brenda) of Jacksonville, Missouri, Debbie McFadden Wallace (Larry) of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Tammy Kahl Wallace of Farmington, Arkansas, Jackie Ammerman (John) of Archie, Missouri, Margie Needs Wallace (Dale) of Harrisonville, Missouri, and Randy Wallace of Owasso, Arkansas.
Also surviving is one sister, Mae Smith, two brothers, John and Don Roby, and numerous grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Irene was proceeded in death by her husband, Kenneth Wayne Wallace; daughter, Rhonda Staton (Henderson); son, Billy Gene Henderson; and X-husband Rolland G Henderson. Also surviving are her siblings, James, Kay, Frank, Gene, Jerry, Norma, and Dean.
Irene worked for Upholstery Business refinishing furniture and automobiles. She was a seamstress, cook, cleaner, and waitress for several other business. She was always a dedicated employee and her bosses appeared to love her dependability and enthusiasm and love for her careers.
Irene was the epitome of grit. The definition of grit is courage and resolve; strength of character. Life wasn’t always kind to her, but she would not let that stop her from moving forward and achieving her goals. She was small but fierce. She was loyal, faithful, blessed with a great sense of humor, a tad bit cantankerous, and you better not mess with her family or friends.
Irene loved to dance and sing, was a fixer, very independent and full of spice and vinegar. Talk about the life of a party gathering no matter how big or small. Irene loved riding Harleys, inside of 18-wheeler tractor trucks, traveling, fishing, gardening, casinos, scratch offs, and at times even went hunting.
Irene was proud to be a very active member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Nevada, Missouri AERIE # 37701.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Ferry Funeral Home, 301 South Washington Street, Nevada, Missouri on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 from 1- 2:30 pm. Immediately following will be the graveside services at 3 p.m. at Saint James Cemetery in Lamar, Missouri.
In lieu of flowers please feel free to donate to One Community Hospice and Palliative Care, 14700 East 42 Street, S, Independence, Missouri 64055, phone number 816-836-1096 with Sylvania Irene Wallace notated on your donation.
I am grateful for the hope I have knowing she is in heaven with no more pain and no more sorrow.
