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.
A carpenter by trade, Wally 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, John Grigsby. Honorary pallbearers will be Natalie Williams, Ashley Smith, Leslie Williams, Brooklyn Smith, Kyndahl Wines and Leah Williams.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11 AM at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal with Pastor John Kenney Jr. officiating. Family will receive friends one hour prior to services. Internment following at Williams Family Cemetery in Chester Gap.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
Jean, My heart goes out to you and your family. I know this pain all too well. Prayers for you all.
God’s Peace and Comfort Love in Christ Bud and Ginny Corder
Jean and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bernie and Becky Foster
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in the loss of your father & grandfather. Condolences.
Richard & Debbie
Jean, Sandy, Gail and family: It’s so hard losing those we love. Wally was a kind man who had a smile every time I ran into him.
May your warm memories of time spent together comfort you.
I think Wally was a wonderful person who will be missed dearly.
it’s been years since I been to Chester gap . I will miss him very much and have many great memories of growing up with him in my life ! you will be missed
Jean Wines and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve the loss of your precious husband Wally. We pray that you will feel God’s love sustaining you during this difficult time. God bless you. Bobby and Pam Reynolds
Gail we are so sorry for the passing of your father keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Jim and Sheri Johnson