John Neal "Butch" Wallace
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved dad, grandpa, uncle, and friend Butch Wallace of Cliff, NM. He was received by our Good Lord on Sunday, January 12, 2025. Butch was a very caring and ornery man that was loved and respected by his community. His mischievous sparkle in his eyes left everyone wondering what was next, and heart of gold that all will remember. Butch will be greatly missed. He had a resolute belief in Jesus Christ as our savior and although we grieve, we are assured that he is with our Lord. "And we are not afraid but are quite gratified to die for then we will be at home with the Lord." (II Corinthians 5:8)

He was born to Robert "Bob" and Ruby Wallace in Silver City, NM on August 25,1938. He passed away peacefully at home in Cliff, NM at the age of 86 years old. He is survived by his seven children, oodles of grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by parents Bob and Ruby Wallace, sister Willie Rae Stailey, and granddaughter Katelynn Munsell.

Butch went to school in Cliff, NM where he made many life-long friends. He played basketball and was in 4H. Young Butch spent most of his time on the Ranch at Bald Knoll helping his mother, grandpa, and neighboring ranches. He went to the Navy for two years where he learned to chase the women. He made a lasting impact on many lives. Butch was a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. He had touched the lives of everyone that he came in contact with. He had a great sense of humor, and was quite the prankster. He will be forever missed, but never forgotten.

A funeral service will be held at the Church of Latter-Day Saints in Gila, NM at 10:00 on Friday, January 24, 2025 with Bishop Lester Ivins. Interment will follow the funeral at the Cliff-Gila-Mesa Cemetery in Gila, NM where he will be laid to rest and receive Full Military Honors. Pallbearers are Beau Bradberry, Britton Bradberry, Louis Reed, Robert Reed, Brennan Ollivier and Timm Cline.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Cliff Little League.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com.