Obituary William J. Wallis III William J. Wallis III was born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 31, 1949, and died in his home November 4, 2010. He attended Kent State University and moved to Portland, Oregon in 1970. Bill is survived by Carol, his wife of 18 years, and brothers Gary and Dwight. He had been employed by Key Bank for 22 years at the time of his death. A lover of music, he was an amiable man who will be greatly missed by his loving wife, family and friends. The Memorial Service will be held November 19, 2010 at 11:00 am at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 101 East 38th St., Tacoma. Reception following. Remembrances in lieu of flowers to the Church Music Fund.