Mrs. Elouise (Taylor) Wallace

MABLETON, GA- Mrs. Elouise (Taylor) Wallace went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at the age of 84. Elouise was born in Montezuma, GA on January 19, 1938 to the late Arch Taylor and Nameless Thomas. She was also blessed with the loving guidance of her late step-father, Henry Otis, who provided her with an additional father figure. As a teenager she relocated to the Utica area where was completed her education. On June 30, 1960 Elouise married James Wallace with whom she shared 16 years prior to his untimely passing in 1976. They shared a loving and devoted union during their time together. They were proud to be a part of a double wedding, where their best friends Gamage and Mella (Dexter) Carter shared the day and went on to create many beautiful memories. They loved having shared that day together and called each other annually to celebrate their shared anniversary. Elouise held various positions through her working years, including with Revere Brass & Copper Co. in Rome, the General Electric Company French Road location, and Mohawk Bus Industries in their parts department. She is remembered as being full of energy and having a fiery personality. She was always truthful, very independent, strong-willed, and never succumbed to obstacles or difficult circumstances. Elouise believed strongly in instilling good values in her family. God was incredibly important to her. She stressed to her children when they were growing up the importance of going to church every Sunday, regardless of having to play in football games or having any other obligations. God was the most important part of family life. Elouise was considered “the mother of the block” on Dudley Ave. She was a phenomenal cook—and is particularly remembered for her macaroni & cheese! She was a source of inspiration and guidance. Elouise’s life revolved around a hard work ethic and praising and honoring her God. Elouise is survived by her son, Donnell E. Wallace and special daughter, Tonya Nelson. She was preceded by her daughter, Cassandra Owens and son James Stephan Wallace. At the early passing of her daughter, Elouise stayed with her family to help raise and nurture the children. She leaves behind her step-children, Anthony (Squeaky), Zelda, and Esther; son-in-law, Renard Owens, whom she loved as a son. Her grandchildren, Dajahn Wallace, Deja Wallace, Destiny Wallace, Devin Wallace, Napheissa Owens, Sadiyyah Owens, and Tariq Owens who is currently playing professional basketball in Italy. She is also survived by one great-grandchild, Preston; her sisters, Priscilla and Booker T. Pearson, Dorothy Felton, and Dorothy Newton; and her brothers, Ben Felton, and Randy Felton and Shirley Newton-Felton. She is survived by many nieces, especially Camille Davis; nephews, especially Romero Pearson; great-nieces, great-nephews, goddaughters, Gamelle Carter, and Brenda Dillard; and many cousins, all of whom she loved dearly, especially Bill Thomas, and Marion Thomas. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Jimmy Dillard. She was blessed with many wonderful friends, who she cherished and considered family. She fondly remembered the late Tomassina Heyward and her neice Anna Peterson, who was her best friend and coworker at all the jobs they had together. They carpooled together regularly—“back when carpooling didn’t exist!” She also cherished her friendship with the late Carrie Carter, a dear life-long friend. For seventeen years they spent time every night on the porch together. She also loved her fellow congregants at the House of God Church. Elouise was predeceased by her sister, Emma Jean Dillard; her brothers and sister-in-law, Charles and Elaine Felton, Eddie James Felton, Willie Felton, Henry Otis Felton, Jr., Peter Felton, David Felton, and Michael Felton. She was also leaves behind her special friend and sister-in-law, Emma Wilkerson. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2022, from 10:15-11:45 a.m. at the House of God Church, 1304 Genesee St. Elouise’s Home Going Service and Celebration of Life will commence on at 12:00 p.m. at the church immediately upon conclusion of visitation. Interment will take place in New Forest Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Mrs. Elouise (Taylor) Wallace

January 19, 1938 - November 17, 2022