1959 - 2025
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Carolyn BeLinda "Toni" (Robinson) Wallace, 65, of Merrillville, IN, passed away on September 14, 2025.
She was born on November 21, 1959, in Gary, Indiana. Carolyn was a proud graduate of West Side High School, ‘78, and Central State University (Ohio) ‘85.
She was baptized at an early age and remained a devoted Christian throughout her life. Carolyn dedicated many years to teaching with the Gary Community School Corporation, where she influenced countless young lives. She also touched the hearts of many through her beautiful singing and her constant words of encouragement.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Wallace; parents, Mary (Regans) Robinson and James Thomas Robinson; and sister, Vonda Robinson.
Carolyn is survived by her daughter, Mary Ann (Adam) Neal; granddaughter, Aria Neal; and sisters: Sherri (Ben) Portis and Gwen (Vincent) Bush.
Brenda Perry
October 25, 2025
I’m so sorry for your loss
Joan Jefferson Crusor
October 24, 2025
My heartfelt condolences to Toni’s family and friends. Her kind snd loving spirit will be missed. Prsying for your peace snd healing.
Joycelyn Tucker
October 19, 2025
To my dear cousins Ben and Sherri Portis: I am Praying God’s Peace and Comfort for you both and your entire family during this difficult time and forevermore. “Toni” was such a sweet person.
I Love You All,
Joycelyn Tucker ❤
Ty
September 29, 2025
Praying for strength and comfort for you all. Love your Kansas cousins.
Gwen Benton
September 26, 2025
Carolyn was such a beautiful person inside and out. She will truly be missed, RIH Carolyn!
Debra Fomby
September 22, 2025
Caroyln was such a beautiful soul. She was loving and kind. She will be missed.
Rest well good and faithful servant.
Yvonne Jones
September 22, 2025
Sending prayers and condolences to the family

Sidney & Wanda Holmes
September 22, 2025

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Solomon & Jacquelyn Haymon
September 21, 2025
Fred Fenderson
September 21, 2025
Will always be in my heart.
Melzenia Delaware Taylor & Zena T. Taylor
September 20, 2025
Our cousin Toni, was one of the most gentle, kind, loving & compassionate people we have ever known. We will always think of her fondly and carry her in our hearts. Mary Ann, Sherri & beloved family, we love you all dearly, we are thinking of you and holding you in prayer. May our Heavenly Father be your comfort in sorrow and your hope, strength & peace in all the days to come.
Though he brings grief, he also shows compassion because of the greatness of his unfailing love. Lamentations 3:32NLT
Eric Grafton
September 20, 2025
Psalm 31:24 ESV - 24 Be strong, and let your heart take courage,
all you who wait for the LORD!
Tamara Smith
September 20, 2025
I would like to say THANK YOU for all the love you gave to me & for being one of the best Cousins/Big Sister you'll always be apart of me
Ted Brown
September 19, 2025
My sincere condolences to your family

We extend our sincere condolences and sympathies to Mary and family. Toni was such a sweet person. May she rest in heavenly peace.
Joshua Cousins
September 18, 2025
Myrtle Mateen
September 18, 2025
Sherri you have my deepest sympathy in the death but heaven gain of your beloved sister. May you find comfort in knowing others share in your grief and praying with and for you. She will now receive your what God promised Eternal life.
Carolyn Williams
September 18, 2025
My dear cousin, WOW! I'm lost for words! I will miss you dearly! ❤❤❤❤

Bertha Regans
September 18, 2025
May GOD put his loving arms around this family. Bertha Regans
Michael & Ermalene Gault Sr
September 17, 2025
Sherri, Ben, Gwen & family,
Carolyn's at peace. Think of the good times and smile. For comfort read Ecclesiastes 3:1-15,17,19,20 22. I'd stop by her classroom from time to time when I did my rounds as a "rover" for GCSC wayyy back in the day. May The Creator bring you peace during this time.
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