Wallace-Dean George Hereth

Wallace-Dean George Hereth, 78, of Kankakee passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at Amita St. Mary’s Hospital. He was born April 22, 1943, in Queens, New York, the son of Edward Walter and Ruth (Squire) Hereth. On October 12, 1963, he married Mary Rosenthal. Wallace-Dean was a veteran of the United States Naval Submarine Forces during the Vietnam War. Wallace-Dean was an electrician and had a photography business. He enjoyed cross-country and downhill skiing, classical music, and camping. Wallace-Dean was a member of Open Bible Church in Kankakee. He is survived by his two children Michael Hereth and Michelle Hereth; sister, Junice Hereth of New York; two brothers, Alan Hereth and Michael (Brenda) Hereth of Oregon; two grandsons, two granddaughters and three great grandchildren. Wallace-Dean is preceded in death by his wife and parents. Visitation will be held at Open Bible Church, 410 South Small, Kankakee on Saturday, January 29, 2022 9:00 am visitation and 10:00 am service. Pastor Andy Hanson will officiate. Cremation rites will be accorded. Jensen Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.