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Frank Liebig Wallace , Age: 73
February 09, 1950 - August 31, 2023
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Retired CW3 Frank Liebig Wallace was born in Riverside, CA and passed away at home on
August 31, 2023 at the age of 73. He was the son of Frank James Wallace, a retired US Army
Sergeant, and Anneliese Liebig Cartier, a war bride from Oels/Schlesien, Germany.
He joined the US Army in 1970 and served for over 21 distinguished years. Beginning his career
with the Army Security Agency, he applied his Defense Language skills in German to advance
into Special Forces; subsequently being stationed in formerly classified units, known as
Detachment A and PSSE. He continued to pursue advanced training and finished with Honors as
a SF Medic, Airborne and Ranger Training. Shortly thereafter, He earned additional
qualifications in Special Forces for Underwater Operations, Expert Field Medical Badge, Sniper,
Jumpmaster, Combat Casualty Course, Free Fall Parachutist, Medical, Management Officer
Chemical Course, and Salvage Diver Course. He was accepted and successfully completed
Physician Assistant Training in 1981, graduating with Honors.
During his career, the following decorations and awards were earned: Armed Service Ribbon, 3
Army Good Conduct Medals, 2 Army Occupation Medals, National Defense Service Medal with
Bronze Service Star, Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Overseas
Service Ribbon, Special Forces Tab, Expert Field Medical Badge, Master Parachutist Badge,
 
Scuba Diver Badge, Ranger TAB, Southwest Asia Service Medical, 2 Bronze Service Stars,
British Parachutist Badge, German Parachutist Badge, German Range Badge, and German
Combat Mountain Badge.
 
Among military project highlights, He was the Medical Officer and Instructor/Project Officer
responsible for first historical curriculum analysis/revision of US Army TRADOC course,
rewriting individual class lectures/lesson plans for entire blocks of medical, clinical and
surgical/trauma subjects; and also was part of a contingent from US Army Special Operations
Command, the John F Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, and the Maryland Institute
for Emergency Medical Services to establish Special Forces trauma training programs in 1989.
He received his Bachelors of Science in 1989 from Creighton University. After serving in
Operation Desert Storm, He retired in 1991.
 
After retiring from the military, He attended and graduated from University of Texas at
Galveston Medical Branch in 1998. While completing his Internship at Reading Hospital, He
completed his MMS degree in 1999. He completed his Anesthesia residency from the University
of Wisconsin in 2002 and was American Board Certified in 2005. He was licensed to practice
medicine in the states of Texas, Oklahoma and Washington. After concluding his medical
practice, He founded Avatar WorldLink which provided medical and security services both
domestically and abroad for the US Government.
 
He shared a passion for physical activities, especially martial arts – earning a 3 rd Degree Brown
belt in Kempo. He expressed an enduring love for the Pacific Northwest outdoors and took his
family members for long runs in the PNW and Germany, as well as the beaches of Galveston,
Texas. His lifelong aspiration was to establish a rural health clinic and provide primary care to
local Indian tribes, himself, having a partial Pima Indian heritage. He was also a 32 Degree
Freemason, associated with Steilacoom Lodge No. 2. True to his nature, He was the inspiration
and supporting force for his family’s educational accomplishments and drives; making them the
people they are today.
 
He was preceded in death by his father, Frank James Wallace, and mother, Anneliese Cartier.
Survivors include his wife; Dominique B. Wallace, son, Dustin L. Wallace; step-mother, Rafaela
Wallace; half-sister, Alma DeLeon; Aunts, Ida M. Orr, Junie Swinson, Victoria Kyle and Lydia
Rochfort; and nieces and nephews, Nelson Jr. DeLeon and Danielle DeLeon.
Our sincere appreciation is extended to the City of Olympia First Responders and Crisis
Outreach Teams, Forest Funeral Home, and 1 st Special Forces Group Chaplain for the sensitive
care they provided to our family.
 
A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held from 11-12:30 on Friday~September 29, 2023 at
Woodlawn Funeral Home with full military honors. The address: 5930 Mullen Rd SE, Lacey,
WA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Foundation for
Suicide Prevention at www.supporting.afsp.org

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Marie von Haas October 09, 2023

Friend Albuquerque , New Mexico

Dearest Dominique and family, Love to all of you. Frank has joined Bruno. I imagine them sitting at the Team House Stammtische having a cold Deutsche Bier telling tall tales. RIP "de Opresso Liber."

Patrick J Mahoney October 12, 2023

Long time fellow sf medic who served with Frank Auburn , Pennsylvania

I first met Frank when I was in Bad Tolz during one of many uw exercises. Frank was in Det A and coordinated the safe houses, and g force. His language skills were flawless. When I was assigned to the new "18D" course in Ft Sam in the 80s, Frank called me as he was the PA for the 2nd Ranger Bn, and was able to be assigned to our unit as a chief instructor. I then ended up in Berlin with him as he was the unit PA for PSSE, and would come with the team for all our dive operations as the chief DMT. I will have to say that this loss has really touched me with grief and sorrow for Frank and his family. I wish to express my condolences and am praying for Frank's family. We have lost an incredible inspiration to me and all who knew him.

Robert Rooney October 15, 2023

Served with Frank in PSSE-B Greenfield , New Hampshire

I worked with Frank in Berlin Germany. I was a team Medic, Frank was the unit PA. He was always willing to share his knowledge and experience. A great guy to work with.

COL & Mrs. Bill Davis, Special Forces Retired October 16, 2023

SF Brothers Virginia Beach , Virginia

“Ihr habt nun Traurigkeit; aber ich will euch wiedersehen und euer Herz soll sich freuen,und eure Freude soll niemand von euch nehmen.” Johannes 16:22 Dear Dominique and Family, Both Susan and I were saddened to hear of Franks’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I had the honor and privilege of serving with Frank in Berlin. This grand Special Forces Healer and Warrior's dedication and devotion to God, Country, and Family is a legacy that will remain for generations. I also know Frank will keep a good eye on us down here from his new duty station at the heavenly FOB. As a Spiritual gift for you, Frank shall be remembered in the Liturgy of the Hours and placed in the Book of Remembrance at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Virginia Beach, Virginia. With love and God Blessing to you all, COL & Mrs. Bill Davis, Special Forces Retired


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