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Russell Wheeler Obituary

Russell O. Wheeler

AGE: 76 • Oceanport

Russell O. Wheeler, 76, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Thursday, April 12, 2012. He was born in Lakewood, grew up in Fair Haven, and raised his family and owned a business in Toms River before retiring to Naples, FL and Oceanport, NJ. Russell was a graduate of Rumson-Fair Haven High School and Rutgers University, Class of 1958. He was president of Alpha Sigma Phi and played third base for the Rutgers baseball team. He had a 35-year career with the State Farm Insurance Company, beginning in claims and later becoming a State Farm Agent in Toms River. He was a lifelong Yankees fan, and loved the game of golf, from his teenage years as a caddie at Rumson Country Club to his home on the 15th tee. He was a devoted Husband, loving Father and proud Pop-Pop.

Russell is predeceased by his parents, L. Russell and Grace Owen Wheeler, and his brother, David. Surviving is his wife of 51 years, Barbara Ann Capello Wheeler; his three sons, Kevin and his wife Lisa of Scottsdale, AZ, Gary and his wife Cheryl of Wall, and Brian and his wife Lisa of Hoboken; his daughter, Lauren and her husband Gerald Leo of Little Silver; his six grandchildren, Michael, Allison, Kyle, Matthew, Kassidy and Nina-Marie; his two brothers, Alan of Morrisville, PA, and Mark and his wife Mary Pat of Canoga Park, CA; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A visitation will be held at the John E. Day Funeral Home, 85 Riverside Avenue, Red Bank, on Monday, April 16 at 2-4pm and 7-9pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Anthony's of Padua in Red Bank on Tuesday, April 17 at 11am. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent in Russell's memory to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY.

Published by Asbury Park Press on Apr. 15, 2012.
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Russell, It seems like yesterday that we were enjoying wonderful times with you and Bobbi. You were a great guy and I enjoyed making you laugh. I use to look forward getting together especially on crab day each year. You were very quiet but enjoyed the crazy thing our crew would do. I know you family misses you and so do I . RIP my friend, Pat

PAT DE LUCA

April 9, 2021

Dear Russell happy 8 anniversary in Heaven. I always enjoyed you and Bobbies company. We had many good times together. You added a much needed class to our some times little wild group. RIP I hope some day I will see you again to have another crab day.

PATRICK DELUCA

Friend

April 9, 2020

Russ, you are truly missed. You would be so proud of your grandchildren how they are maturing into young adults.Prayers to your family. May you be resting in peace with God in heaven. Always, Hank & Carol

Carol Runge

Friend

April 9, 2019

The twinkle in his eye said it all; i.e., he valued those around him, enjoyed life and was indeed a pleasure to work with. My sincere condolences to his family. He is missed.

Robert Strickler

April 25, 2012

Our most sincerely condolences, i just sent a note to Bobbie, Russ was a wonderful man and did so much for our Naples community. He will be greatly missed.

Anne Marie and John Bularzik

April 23, 2012

Russ was such a wonderful man. We are so sorry for your loss.
John and Rosemary Simpson

John and Rosemary Simpson

April 23, 2012

Dear Lauren and Family: I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your Dad. I met him a couple times in the office and spoke to him on the phone. He was always so kind, sweet and caring. I could tell how much he loved you and you him.....I know he will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you and your family.

Cindy DeMarks

April 18, 2012

Dear Bobbie and Family,
There are no words to express how sad we are for your loss.
Russ was a true Gentlemen, a loyal friend and great person.
We will remember Russ, you and your family in our prays.

Our Love and Friendship Always,
Gaetana & Pat

April 18, 2012

Love you Uncle Russ.
Aunt Bobbi and cousins you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Casey Wheeler

April 17, 2012

I will miss Russ and his smile and easy going personality. Will especially miss golfing with Russ at Sun Eagles.

Herb Groener

April 17, 2012

It is with great sadness in learning of the passing of Russ. A true down to earth man, who always had a kind word to say about everyone. It was a pleasure in having worked with him over the years. My sincere condolences to his family.

Glenn Davis

April 16, 2012

Bobbie. Sorry we cannot be there and are so sorry. The phone call from Ed West was devastating to us. We have so many great memories of Russ and all of you. Our very best to everyone.

Jim Jeffries

April 16, 2012

To Lauren and family, I wanted to express my sincere condolences for the passing of Russ. He was a gentlemen to deal with at all times. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bernie Berkowitz

Bernard Berkowitz

April 16, 2012

Bobbie, so very sorry for your loss, you and the children are in my prayers
Ethel Santaguida

April 16, 2012

Lauren,
You and your family are in our prayers.
Maura Lucarelli and Jonathan Lessin

Maura Lucarelli

April 15, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers to Barbara and the Wheeler Family. Russ was a great man... The Maggs Family.

Marianne Maggs Chagares

April 15, 2012

There are not enough words to describe a
remarkable,outstanding, and sincere person like
Russ, Our 25 plus year friendship will TRULY be missed.
Our deepest sympathy, prayers and love to his entire family.
Hank, Carol & all the Runge's

Hank Runge

April 15, 2012

Barbara, I'm so sorry to read of Russell's passing. He was such a nice man and will be missed.
Andrea
Dr. Grill's office

April 15, 2012

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