BAKERSFIELD, CA. - The long-time Executive Director of the Habitat for Humanity in Bakersfield has died.
The man behind the driven charity, Dennis Wallace, lost his battle with cancer early this morning, Oct. 23, according to Paris Byington, a habitat board of director member.
He was 67 years old.
Wallace started working for the Bakersfield affiliation in 1993 and has been the Executive Director for the past 18 years.
Byington said Wallace was known as a devoted advocate against poverty.
Habitat for Humanity remodels and builds homes for low income families throughout our county.
Byington added that Wallace passed away at his home surrounded by family.
Funeral arrangements are pending.