James "Fletcher" Wallace

James “Fletcher” Wallace, age 78, went to heaven on Friday, October 25, 2019 at 2:14 p.m. at home surrounded by his daughter, friends and his beloved dogs Cody and Carly. He was a native of Port Lavaca, TX and a resident of Schriever, La.

James is survived by his daughter, Christine Lee Wallace and husband, John Michael Guidry; sister, Marilyn Wallace Bryant, Charlotte W. Holsey Dierlam, and Laurel Wallace Foster; and numerous nieces and nephews.

James is preceded in death by his wife, Joan Teresa Williams Wallace; parents, James Bishop and Mary Ellen Boyd Wallace; brother, Charles Thomas Wallace.

Fletcher was a Catholic. He worked for the marine industry and ran Acadian Shipyard in Bourg, LA for 20+ years.  He then moved to Houston, TX and worked for Hollywood Marine for several years. He then worked for Martin Mid-Stream and managed their boat barge repair division until his retirement in 2015 at the age of 75. Fletcher was an avid lover of horses and dogs. His two beloved westies Carly and Cody were forever by his side even in death. He was a loving husband and father. He will be greatly missed by all whose hearts he touched. Special thanks to Journey Hospice Staff for their love and compassion. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Foundation of America – 866-232-8484.

Chauvin Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of James Wallace.