To Valhalla
SIR JOHN
Our Sir John Wallace: I just realized that John had passed away. I knew something was wrong because John was a faithful member of the Celtic Norse Heritage Society and he had not sent in his dues. We always knew it was time to get people to send in their dues once we received John's dues. I had enjoyed seeing John at different events through the years, but sadly, we only had FB to stay in touch lately and I am not using FB as I once did. I will miss my friend, we may not have talked all the time, but it was nice knowing John was there if I needed to chat with him. We have our chant with the CNHS group that I will leave for John. " To Valhalla" The Society and I will miss you much dear friend.
JOHN'S OBITUARY
WALTERBORO: John Robert Wallace passed away unexpectedly Saturday afternoon, January 6, 2024 at the Trident Medical Center in Charleston after a brief illness, at the age of 84.
John was born March 24, 1939 in Princeton, Indiana a son of the late Robert Floyd Wallace and Marjorie Eloise Steel Wallace. He graduated from the United States Coast Guard Academy in 1961 and entered active duty as an Ensign, before the Coast Guard sent him to the University of Illinois, where he earned his engineering degree. For the next twenty years he served his country faithfully, rising through the ranks, before eventually retiring as a Captain. During his career, he saw combat in the Vietnam War, and received many awards and citations to include the following: The Meritorious Service Medal, The Coast Guard Commendation Medal with Gold Star, the Amy Commendation Medal, The Coast Guard Achievement Medal, The National Defense Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, and the Combat Action Ribbon. John was extremely proud of his military service, and throughout his life he dedicated countless hours in support of veterans and their needs. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion.
John spent his civilian career serving as a county administrator in various places including Amelia, Virginia. He was an active member of the Clan Wallace Society, a heritage group that promoted the history of Scotland and its famous martyr, Robert Wallace. John was knighted in three countries, and also by the Knights Templar, and thus was known as Sir John Wallace. Many of his friends lovingly called him “Sir John”.
John was well-known throughout Walterboro and Colleton County. He possessed a caring and outgoing personality, and his witty stories and contagious laugh will be remembered by all that knew him. He was a member of the Walterboro Elks Lodge #1988 and the Harley Owners Group.
John is survived by his daughter, Kristine Wallace McGlade, and by his son, Mark K. Wallace. He has two grandchildren, Aidan and Sophie McGlade, as well as a sister, Betty Jean Wallace. He was preceded in death by his siblings Richard S. Wallace and Laura Wallace Burger. John leaves behind a countless host of friends and acquaintances that will miss him deeply, but will perpetuate his memory through stories that will be shared for years to come.
Keaton Sayess
Sadly, some of us just found out about the passing of Keaton. Keaton was a member of the Celtic Norse Heritage Society and it is with sadness that we find out about this news. Even though we are just now finding out about Keaton's passing we would like to acknowledge his passing. I remember Keaton as being a quiet but kind young man with a talent for music and the theater arts. Keaton will be missed by us all. On his way to Valhalla, Keaton made his trip to explore space through a Memorial Space Flight. To Valhalla Keaton....Orange City - Keaton Perry Sayess, 20, of Orange City, Fla., passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 29, 2020, after a sudden cardiac event on Thursday March 26, 2020.
He was born in Beverly on July 9, 1999 and began his life in Gloucester. He moved to Florida with his family in 2006, always considering Gloucester home, returning to visit every chance he could.
Keaton made friends everywhere he went. He had an authentic innocence in tandem with an old soul. He loved the ocean and the sky. He loved music and played the guitar, he loved the stars and space, and would draw and practice calligraphy. He formed a small group of close friends from high school theater, reconnected with an amazing group of friends from middle school whom he absolutely adored, stayed in touched with friends he made in elementary school, as well as those he made before leaving Massachusetts. He was working as a dishwasher at a restaurant he loved, and had fallen in love. He is survived by his loving girlfriend Raven Baires.
Keaton took pride in his Irish and Scottish heritage, wearing kilts, always choosing just the right sporran. He loved the history of the of the United States. He had an interest in martial arts and self defense/survival weaponry. He collected things he saw beauty, value, and relevance in. He was charming, he was thoughtful and sweet, he was humane, and he was beautiful. He appreciated comedy and tragedy, culture and society. He frustrated and simultaneously inspired those closest to him. He couldn't walk past a grocery cart in a parking lot without returning it to the cart corral. He always made time for anyone who reached out to him, and he was often the first to reach out and check on those he loved.
Keaton enjoyed many forms of entertainment and was kind enough to share his enjoyment with those he loved. Whether it was Pokémon, Monty Python, NASA, YouTube, crime procedural dramas, books, quotes, musical or theatrical, he gave it his full attention and respect. He loved the show Supernatural, believing in and supporting the Always Keep Fighting campaign.
Keaton graduated in 2017 from Deltona High School, proudly walking in front of his classmates and family wearing the honor cords he earned as a member of Troupe 4376. He had a passion for math and science, space, and humanity. He was an abstract thinker; pondering perception, love, and kindness while constantly and purposefully wandering in the trenches of a battle that cycled rapidly. Life.
Michael Elias- Osonski
It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of the Orlando's Celtic Norse Heritage Society's Chapter president Michael Elias-Osonski. A fine and decent man that will be missed by all that knew him. There will be an empty spot in our hearts and around the fire! Til Valhalla Michael.
Jan, 2021
New Orleans Resident and Celtic Norse Heritage Society Member Jimmy McBride, husband of Brevard Celtic Norse Heritage Society Member Erika Dodd, was tragically and brutally murdered In the Line of Duty yesterday afternoon in New Orleans, while working as an armed guard for Loomis.
Jimmy was working on an armored car, when he was confronted by armed bank robbers, at which point he acted as any true warrior would, and attempted to stand his ground. A gun battle ensued, which tragically ended Jimmy's life. Jimmy was able to shoot back at two of the robbers before he was cut down. It is sure that Jimmy is now standing tall in the halls of Valhalla.
It should be noted that Jimmy was undergoing the hiring process at New Orleans Police. Jimmy did not live long enough to complete the process, but as his would be brothers and sisters say, when the wolf came calling, Jimmy proved himself a brave and worthy Sheepdog. His death has cheated the citizens of New Orleans of a capable and worthy future peacekeeper, who may have saved countless lives in the future. Everyone is now poorer for his loss.