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Dennis Wheeling Obituary

Dennis Patrick (Gussie) Wheeling, 61, of Salem, Va., passed away Friday, August 28, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred J. and Vera McKelvey Wheeling; and his other set of parents, Thayer and Alice Morris. Gussie was retired from Roanoke College and most recently worked part-time for Advance Auto. He was a United States Navy Vietnam Veteran and attended Salem Baptist Church. He was a very active member of the Penguin Club and the "Long Branch Club" and loved spending time with his friends there. He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Linda Morris Wheeling; sons, Chad Wheeling and wife, Jen, Matthew Wheeling and wife, Nicole; daughter, Kayleigh Wheeling-Dunn and husband, Brad; his pride and joys two grandsons, Thayer (Right Turn), Deven (Dirty Bird) and he was awaiting the arrival of two more grandchildren; brothers, Danny Wheeling and wife, Jean, and Duane Wheeling and wife, Katie; sisters, Donna Wheeling and Debbie Wheeling; brother-in-law, Butch Morris and wife, Donna; and numerous nieces, nephews and close friends who will miss him. The family will receive friends Sunday, August 30, 2009, from 4 to 7 p.m. at John M. Oakey and Son, Salem. A memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, August 31, 2009, at Salem Baptist Church with the Rev. Lew Bennett and the Rev. Everett Kier officiating. In lieu of flowers those who wish may choose to contribute to the Penguin Club Christmas Basket Fund, P. O. Box 375, Salem, Va. 24153. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.johnmoakey.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Aug. 29 to Aug. 30, 2009.

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Curtis&Teresa Howell

September 3, 2009

We knew Gussie for years,he was always friendly and happy ,he never changed over the years. We will miss him. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Mike Walthall

September 2, 2009

So sorry to hear the passing of Gussie. One of the larger than life guys in Salem. I loved him as he always kidded me and had that great smile. One of the best FP softball players as well and now in heaven playing with some of his buddies. Life won't be the same in Salem with the loss of a great guy. I remember him coming to some of our RC SB games and giving me some joking down the 3B line.
Took some of the stress of parents that helped me to coach with his joking at me.
RIP Gus, My Good Friend!
My prayers and thoughts are with his great family as well.
Mike Walthall

September 1, 2009

GOODBYE GUSSIE
YOU WERE A GOOD GUY!

September 1, 2009

Another Wolverine goes to heaven!
the Long Branch will never be the same!

andy

September 1, 2009

Another Wolverine goes to heaven!
the Long Branch will never be the same!

Giles Family

August 31, 2009

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

Ron Hunt

August 31, 2009

We are very sorry for your lost. We will remember Gussie as
a smiling face and always happy. May GOD be with you in the
next days, months. God Bless from Ronald & Joyce Hunt

August 31, 2009

Dear Linda & Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in my prayers at this time.

Arlene Beasley

Heather Rutledge

August 31, 2009

Linda, Chad, Matt and Kayleigh
I am so sorry to hear the passing of Gussie. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Gussie was a wonderful man and I will never forget his smile or the way he would tease me when I would come to visit. May your memories bring you peace and the echo of his laughter bring a smile to your face.

Robert Rowell

August 31, 2009

Linda
So sorrry for your loss. May God keep you & your family in this time of sorry
Bob & Beverly

Rhonda Helvey-Pendleton

August 31, 2009

Linda,
So sorry to hear about Gussie. I have such great memories of our ALMS days. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of the children.
Take care,

August 31, 2009

Linda and Family,

Our entire family's hearts broke at this news .... we are so deeply sorry!

Always know we are there for you ... only a phone call away.

Love,

Harold and Karen, Pierce, Hunter & Missy

Ginger and Mike Janney

August 31, 2009

Linda,
Our deepest condolences go out to you and your family. I can’t ever remember a time when I would see Gussie enter a room without a smile. He will be truly missed. We will continue to keep you in out thoughts and prayers.

August 31, 2009

Matt: prayers are with you and your family.
Willis + Ashley Logan

Janet/Shareen

August 31, 2009

Dear Linda,
Mom and I have you in our prayers for comfort and strength. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dunn Family

August 31, 2009

Kayleigh and family, please know that the entire Dunn family has all of you in our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry that we can not attend but please know that we are there in prayer! We love you!

Jane Johnson

August 30, 2009

Linda, I had just left for vacation when I heard the sad news about Gussie. I am sorry I can't be there to pay my respects in person, but please know your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.

August 30, 2009

Linda, we were so sorry to hear of Gussie's passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. You are in our
daily thoughts and prayers.
Jerry and Mary Wenker
Guntersville, Alabama

Diane & Price Richardson and Barbara & Raymond Garnett

August 30, 2009

Linda,
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Gussie. We know what you're going through, as it hasn't been but 2 months since we lost Mom. We know they're in a better place but it is still difficult to let them go. Unfortunately we cannot be with you at this time as we were leaving to go out of town when we received the news. May the thoughts and prayers of those who love you comfort you at this time of sorrow.

Bob & Sherry Stephenson

August 30, 2009

Dear Linda and Family,

Bob and I were so sorry to learn about Gussie. My sister-in-law, Bonnie Crotts, called to tell us.

I went to high school with Gussie and Bob was in the Penguin Club for a short time (before we moved)with Gussie. We thought a lot of him and feel for your loss.

Please know you are in our thoughts.

Sincerely,
Sherry Stephenson

Andy Parks

August 30, 2009

Gussie, you are one of a kind, and will be so sadly missed.

August 30, 2009

Linda,Chad,Matt,Kayleigh, & family,

I am so sorry to hear of Gussie's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Heather Reed

August 30, 2009

Gussie was a good friend. My sincere condolences to the Wheeling family.

H.G.(Hubie) Patrick

Roy and Lisa Milliron

August 30, 2009

Linda, I am very sorry to hear about Gussie. If ther is anything that we can do to help you please let us know. I know he was a very good husband and father to your children and was a great person to be around. He will be missed.

August 30, 2009

Linda and family,
May the comfort of God's loving embrace provide peace during this difficult time.
Beth Deyerle

wayne DW brown

August 30, 2009

gussie taught my son in ball when he was little league.he was a fine fellow.he will be missed by a lot of people who knew him.DW Brown

Randy Agee

August 30, 2009

My sincere condolences. Gussie was always filled with life... He attracted and radiated fun... I'll forever remember him as one of the bright lights of my High School Days... I pray peace and fond memories for Linda and all his family.

Jimmy and Patty Palmer

August 30, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Gussie will live in all our hearts forever and may your memories bring you comfort.

Jason & Melissa Fender

August 30, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, we will miss his smiling face

wayne peregoy

August 30, 2009

you're going to like heaven gussie! they have softball,football and all the things you like to do and yea there's beer too. ifeel like i have lost a brother, well you are a brother growing up together, joined the service together. i'll miss you but i will see you again. you lived a good one, thanks for being my friend.

Diana Gearheart

August 30, 2009

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

August 30, 2009

Linda, We are so sorry. Gussie was such a vibrant part of Salem. He will be missed by many. We love you, Alex and Lisa

August 30, 2009

Linda,

Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers. We are so very sorry for you & the children's loss.

Vicki & Boozie

Buck Campbell

August 30, 2009

I am sorry for your and our loss. We are thinking of you and your family. Gussie and i go way back. He will be missed.

August 30, 2009

Dear Linda & Family,

We are saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love,

Lewis, Susie & Leah

August 30, 2009

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

John and Debbie Miller

August 29, 2009

You allways made me laugh. I'll miss you Gussie
Randy Gordon

August 29, 2009

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry for your loss.

Bill and Erin Hickok

August 29, 2009

Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers,
Reggie and Anna Dyer
Teddy, Daniel and Sarah

August 29, 2009

RIP Gussie..........!!!

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