Elias Waldo ‘Wally’ Wines (1941 -2024)

Elias Waldo ‘Wally’ Wines, 83, of Chester Gap, walked through the gates of heaven on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Wally was born to the late Elias and Katherine Henry Wines on June 8, 1941. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Ford Lee Haun, Herman Robinson, Roger Haun, and Truin Wines; four sisters, Mazie Williams, Daisy Jones, Hazel Williams, and Marlen Wines; and one son-in-law, Timmy Williams.

Elias Waldo ‘Wally’ Wines

Wally, a carpenter by trade, built and restored houses in our community that many have called home. He married Jean Wines on September 19, 1962. Together, they built a life full of family, friends, and neighbors. Wally will be remembered for his gentle heart and quick smile. Many of us can recall a silly song or funny story told by Wally.

In addition to his wife, Jean, he is survived by two daughters, Sandra Brown (Todd) and Gail Williams. He also leaves behind five grandchildren, Clinton Wines (Kandace), Natalie Williams (Dallas), Ashley Smith (Vernon), Leslie Williams (Michael), and Tim Williams (Sarah); 7 great-grandchildren, Brooklyn, Kyndahl, Leah, Randy, Russell, Emalyn, and Easton; one brother, Ray Wines; and four sisters, Helen Foster, Virgie Ubben, Lou Williams, and Mae Oliver.

Pallbearers will be Clinton Wines, Tim Williams, Randy Smith, Chris Ubben, BJ Longmire, and John Grigsby. Natalie Williams, Ashley Smith, Leslie Williams, Brooklyn Smith, Kyndahl Wines, and Leah Williams will be honorary pallbearers.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal, with Pastor John Kenney Jr. officiating. The family will receive friends one hour before services. Internment following at Williams Family Cemetery in Chester Gap.

Instead of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.