Wallace D. Vance, 85, of New Tripoli, died April 1, 2013, at home.

He was the widower of Perna "Olene" (Leath) Vance.

Born in Gordonsville, Tenn., he was a son of the late Joseph W. and Allie (McCaleb) Vance.

A heavy equipment operator for W.E. Yoder Inc., Kutztown for many years, he was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers 542.

He honorably and faithfully served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II.

His survivors include sons; Donnie D. of Butte, Mont., Steven W. and wife, Pegg,y of Macungie, Dwight J. of Spokane, Wash., and Patrick B. of Allentown; grandson Aaron Vance of Spokane; nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by a son J. Roger and a brother Joe.

His memorial service will be 11 a.m. April 8, at New Life Evangelical Lutheran Church, 6804 Weiss Road, New Tripoli, with the Rev. Scott W. Lingenfelter officiating.

Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. Interment will be private in Fogelsville Union Cemetery.

Condolences may be offered to the family at kellerfuneralhomes.com

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the church.

Arrangements made by Keller Funeral Homes Inc., Fogelsville.