James V. Wallace, Jr.

James Veltman “Jimmy” Wallace Jr., age 58 of Martin, TN, died Saturday, January 6, 2024, at his residence in Martin.

Jimmy was a shade tree mechanic and loved nature, camping, and fishing.

Jimmy was born July 17, 1965, in McKenzie, TN, to the late James V. Wallace and the late Mary Wilson Wallace.

He is survived by one sister Kimberly Keele of Cunningham, TN; one brother Phillip Wallace of Henry, TN; his girlfriend Stephanie Parker of Martin, TN; three stepchildren, Donna (Derric) Bushong of Lafayette, IN, Will (Chelsea) Ruckel of Lafayette, IN, Jamie Jr. of Lafayette, IN; seven grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Along with his parents he was also preceded in death by his wife Monica Wallace, and a sister, Julie Seymour.

Arrangements are being handled by Ridgeway Funeral Home, 201 Dunlap Street/PO Box 788, Paris, TN 38242.  The body is to be cremated with no services planned at this time.