Jacqui Edgerly

Words from Jacqui Edgerly who was with Wallace on the day of the accident, and who competed in the free-ride contest in Alyeska the weekend following Wallace’s death. We are very proud of her for this, as it represented great courage and love.

I never heard a complaint or negative word come out of his mouth, only smiles and laughter. The last day of his life was a day no one could have asked for. On the 4th of April, 2008 there wasn’t a cloud in the sky, the sun was shining, the wind was silent, and the snow was perfect. Whit his last few turns, the snow lit up as he laid them out like a surfer on a wave. And then Wallace soared off that cliff into the sky with passion and joy.

With all this sadness comes light.

We are all so fortunate to have one another. Life is so precious, and can berg hone in seconds. Everything is so beautiful—we must surround ourselves with that—submerge within it, feel it, love it. Wallace did that for sure.

One more thing: Packy, he would have been so proud of what you did. And you too, Owen. We tried all we could to save him.

I’ll be skiing for Wallace this weekend in Alaska. Check it out!