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Donald Wheeler Obituary

Of Weymouth formerly of South Boston, September 23, 2007. Beloved husband of Elizabeth (Edwards) Wheeler. Loving son of the late Ruth E. (Swallow) Wheeler. Loving father of Sarah and Kristine Wheeler of Weymouth. Dear brother of David Causby of Quincy, Dawn Wheeler of South Boston, Marlene Wheeler of Brockton, Patricia Wheeler of South Boston and Cheryl Wheeler of Weymouth. Dear Son-in-law of Emma Edwards of South Boston. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral from The O'Brien Funeral Home, 146 Dorchester St. SOUTH BOSTON, Thursday at 9:00AM. Funeral Mass in St. Monica's Church at 10:00AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8PM. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester.

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 25 to Sep. 26, 2007.

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Andrea Dion

September 30, 2012

On the fifth anniversary of your husbands death I would like to offer my condolences. I have been trying to contact you throughout the years and was truly sorry to have found this. I remember all the great stories you had for Donald and it seemed as if you were both very much in love with each other. Of course your lil gal at the time I worked with you was the light in both your eyes.

john marsh

October 24, 2007

liz and family,
there are no words that can be said about the loss you and your family are having to go through.i will miss don very much,he was the best boss and friend anyone could have asked for.i look forward to helping keep what don worked so hard for going.from my family to yours much love.
john marsh and family.

October 24, 2007

Mary McCann

October 23, 2007

Liz,
I just heard the sad news. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

makayla noonan

October 1, 2007

Kristine,
We are sorry to hear about your dad. he was a funny man and we will miss him alot.lots of love to you , your mom and sister.
Makayla & Madisyn Noonan

stephen miller

September 29, 2007

dear liz sara & peanut

my heart breaks for you in this sad time. the shop will never be the same and he will be missed everyday. Liz i will always be there to help with the kids even if sara gets locked in her room again

Diane & Chuck Brooks

September 29, 2007

Dear Liz & Girls - We are so very sorry for your loss.It is so difficult to hear of one so young to have died.Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.Remember all the good times you have shared and that someday you will all be reunited in heaven.

BILL BRENNICK

September 29, 2007

LIZ AND FAMILY. MY DEEPEST THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO YOU AND THE ENTIRE WHEELER FAMILY. I HAD THE PLEASURE OF SPENDING MANY AWESOME TIMES WHITH DONALD.EVEN THOUGH WE LOST TOUCH OVER THE YEARS JUST A SIMPLE THOUGHT OF HIM COULD ALWAYS MAKE ME LAUGH.WE HAD MANY A GOOD LAUGHS AT DD'S IN ANDREW SQUARE.

feel the love

September 29, 2007

donna devlin

September 29, 2007

Dear Liz, Sara, Kristine,
Donald was the best! He went out of the way to make you laugh even if he was picking on you. He had the biggest heart and he was loved by everyone who knew him. I know that words can not fill the void left in you world hopefully the memories will help. God bless your family and keep him close. He will be missed by all.

Kelley Noonan

September 28, 2007

Liz, Sarah, Kristine
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Don was a great man with a big heart. Always there to lend a helping hand.He was a true friend to my Uncle Russell and all the guys from D&D.We are going to miss him.You can be sure he's watching over you.
Kathy Kelley Makayla & Madisyn Noonan

A family from Weymouth

September 28, 2007

I never met Don, but I certainly wish I had. He sounds like a wonderful man, brother, husband, father and friend. To the Wheeler family, yes, physically, he is no longer there, but you hold in your heart what matters most....the love you have for him and the love he has for you. May God Bless you always.

Debbie & Phil DeLong

September 28, 2007

Liz.....We are so sorry to hear about your husband's passing. We read about it in the paper today. Please know that we are thinking of you and your children during this time of loss.

BRENDAN O'SHEA

September 28, 2007

TO THE WHEELER FAMILY ,DEEPEST SMYPATHY FROM O'SHEA'S TOWING IN BRIGHTON. DONNY WAS ONE OF THE GOOD GUYS.

Jimmy M

September 28, 2007

Liz,Sarah & Kristine
I'll always remember Donald's famous words every time i was late for work even if it was five minutes (WELL GOOD AFTERNOON)he was great at busting peoples chops but he only did it if he liked you!! so i am grateful to have been subject to his sarcastic humor.... I am so sorry for your loss.... but i can almost guarantee that the Donald i remember is in a special place right now watching over the three of you!!

Karen Ahern

September 28, 2007

Patty and Family,

I know that words are hard to console you right now during your time of loss. Donald will be resting in a peaceful place and I am sure he is up there with your mom now visiting and enjoying each other once again. I am here if you need me.

Michael McGrath

September 28, 2007

To Wheeler faimly Thoughts and prayers for your loss Don will always be rembered

Linda Bagley

September 28, 2007

Liz, Sarah & Kristine,
For the last year and 1/2 I heard Don's voice every morning on the radio phone to Russell saying "unbelievable guy - it's 6:30am where are you?" A daily wake up call I'll truly miss - along with his smile and often humble ways. All the best and good care to you in all the days to come. Linda

Linda & Dave Sera

September 27, 2007

Liz, Sarah & Kristine,

We are so sorry to hear about Don. We had no idea. If there is anything at all we can do, PLEASE don't hesitate to call or come next door. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Denise Allen-Riley & Mark Riley

September 27, 2007

Cheryl and Family,
We are sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Tori Hanrahan(Staff)

September 27, 2007

Dear Wheeler Family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Don's passing. I had moved away 4 years ago and lost touch with everyone. He was an amazing person. With a personality and laugh that would fill a room. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of great sorrow.

Jim,Val, and Jim Jr. Hunnefield

September 27, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

jim hagan

September 26, 2007

christine and i are very sorry to hear of the passing of donny. he was a good man and friend. blessings go to you and your family. god bless

Evelyn Goggin

September 26, 2007

Liz,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.

Stephanie Uftring

September 26, 2007

To the entire Wheeler Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Donnie was a great guy with the biggest heart I have ever seen. He will surely be missed.

Take care.

Selina Barnes

September 26, 2007

To Cheryl & Family,
Death leaves a heartache no on can heal, but loves leaves a memory no one can steal.
My prayers to you and yours.

Selina Barnes & Family

Pat & Michael Bille

September 26, 2007

Liz and family
If you need anything please let us know. I am so sorry for your loss

Eileen & Ron Rumble

September 26, 2007

We can't begin to say how saddened we are for the loss of Donnie. He was a man with a heart of gold and truly a great friend. Liz, Sara, Kristine and the entire Wheeler Family our thoughts and prayers are with you. Donnie will never be forgotten.

Kim Faubert

September 26, 2007

Liz,
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family for the loss of your husband. You and your daughters are in my thoughts.

Lisa Azevedo

September 26, 2007

Liz, Sarah and Kristine,
I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Lisa Azevedo

Fran Lynch

September 26, 2007

Liz, Sarah & Kristine
Please accept my sincere sympathy at the loss of your're best friend, husband and dad.
My thoughts and prayers are with you

Donna Long

September 26, 2007

Dear Wheeler Family,
I am so sorry for your lose. Although I havn't known Don for a long time. I am glad I got to know him. I'll miss his quick wit and fun sence of humor. He was a kind and givin man always willing to help. I will miss him.

Kenny Logue

September 26, 2007

Dear Wheeler Famliy,
We are sorry to hear about your lose I will always remember him "saying guy what are you doing"? He was the best boss in the world. We are also grateful for having been giving the oppurtunity and pleasure of knowing him. We truly appreciate everything he did for us. We will miss him always. We'll keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love
Kenny & Jess

Kathy DiMare

September 25, 2007

Liz,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself and your daughters.

Kathy DiMare

Joyce & Jeff Le Lievre

September 25, 2007

Liz and Family
At this time we would like to express our most sincere condolences. I just got the call today. You have all our thoughts and prayers.

Jimmy Denike

September 25, 2007

Liz and Family,
Words can not express how saddened I was to hear of your loss. Donald was a great guy and I enjoyed all our time spent togther. Unfortunately, I have been living in Florida for the past five years and have not been in touch. Our prayers are with you all.
Jimmy Denike and family
(formely of Dorchester)

Dew Cassidy

September 25, 2007

My thoughts and pryers to all of the Wheeler family. I will think of Donny fondly and often. I have know Donny a long time--I'll miss his calls asking "When are you buying lunch guy" There will always be a place in my heart reminding me of him.

Paula Henderson

September 25, 2007

Liz, Sarah, Kristine and family,
I was so sadden to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Paula Henderson

Ricky Hunnefield

September 25, 2007

Our sadness is overwhelming. Donald was a best friend to a lot of people. The world has suffered a great loss.
Love,Ricky,Mary,Kaitlyn and James Hunnefield

Rose Walsh

September 25, 2007

Liz, Sarah and Kristine, I can't express how sorry I am to hear that your dear and loving husband and father has passed away. My thoughts are with you.

Jack Casali

September 25, 2007

To Don's family and many friends,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

Most of all, I will miss Don's sarcastic & off color humor. We enjoyed many laughs together.

Lori and Jack MacAskill

September 25, 2007

Dear Liz and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our sincere condolances and let us know if there is anything we can do to help.

September 25, 2007

Liz and Family ,
We would like to express our sympathy for your loss. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Your Friends in the Deli Department at Stop and Shop

Theresa Cummings

September 25, 2007

Liz & Family
We are so sorry for your loss
Donald was one of the kindest men
we have ever known he will be greatly missed & in our thoughts
forever.
David & Theresa Cummings
Hanover Ma

Don and I having dinner in South Beach, After the Pats and Dolphins game.

Steven Nicholson

September 25, 2007

Dear Liz & Family,

I cannot put into words how truly sorry I am for your loss. Donald was a great person to be around. Don and I had so much laughs together.
I will miss you Big D!!!

Love,
Stevie B

Maureen Ahern Kiely

September 25, 2007

To the entire Wheeler Family:

We were saddened to learn of your loss, particularly of such a young man. We can only hope that you will find comfort in knowing that you are in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult days. We wish you the strength to carry you through.

joseph coughlin

September 25, 2007

I had the privilege of spending many hours with Don over the last several years. These days were invariably filled with laughter. I was always struck by his generosity, his amazing business sense, and his incredible love for his family. He will be forever missed by countless numbers of us whose lives he touched. My deepest sympathies to all who knew and loved him.

Dennis MacLean

September 25, 2007

Donald was a great man always willing to give a hand Donald will be sadly missed.

Ginny Marsh (Hunnefield) & Family

September 25, 2007

Liz and Family we are sorry for your loss.Donald will be sadly missed.

Donna, Sean and Rachel

September 25, 2007

Liz and Family,
There are no words to express how truly sorry we are for your loss. Donald was a great guy. All Our Love

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