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Phillip Wheeler Obituary

Phillip Wheeler Jr.

Long Branch - Phillip Wheeler Jr., 63, departed this life on Saturday September 12, 2020. He was born and raised in Long Branch where he was a student, athlete, ran track and wrestled. Phillip worked at Monmouth Medical Center for 43 years where he started in housekeeping then excelled to the Assistant Security Director. He was a very humble gentle Giant who greeted many with his infectious smile and giggle. His character and mannerism spoke volumes. Visitation will be Friday September 18th from 6pm-8pm and Saturday September 19th from 10am until time of the funeral service at 11am at Lawson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 243 Broadway, Long Branch. Burial will follow at White Ridge Cemetery, Eatontown. Full obituary and condolences available online at www.LawsonFuneralService.com

Lawson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Long Branch are in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Asbury Park Press from Sep. 16 to Sep. 17, 2020.

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Vincent Tomasuolo

October 31, 2020

Phillip wheeler JR you are admirable man and you work as assistant security officer at Monmouth medical center for 43 Years you were born and raised in long branch nj and you are from Neptune nj Phil was a security guard at Monmouth medical center and I know him for a long time Over the past 43 years phill wheeler was a housekeeper in environmental Services and he always give people directions of the hospital floors where they need to get there in phill wheeler memories in condolences and recognition and Achievements Monmouth medical center wood like to share a condolences to the Tomasuolo family we are so sorry for your loss love robin Vincent Tomasuolo III Michael Tomasuolo Vincent Tomasuolo Jr

Mary Mudiraj (Graham)

September 21, 2020

Sending my condolences to the Wheeler family. Phillip will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. His presence will be missed, dearly.

Denise Calderon

September 19, 2020

Our prayers to The Wheeler family,
Our buddy Phil, a beautiful Spirit, loved and respected. He will be missed by not only MMC but the community. We'll miss him coming by our depts or running into him in the hallways to talk and always left us with a smile. We'll miss you brother.
Denise Calderon and
Ava Gillespie

Regina Wheeler

September 19, 2020

I send my sympathy and prayers to my Wheeler family.

Alicia Elmore Maye

September 18, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Nancy Edmond

September 18, 2020

Mr. Phillip was a wonderful person and friend and he will be missed but will live in my memory forever. RIP Angel Phillip!

Peggy Walsh

September 18, 2020

Phil was the sweetest man I ever met. Kind, loving and so many other things. I am in shock at the moment. We use to work together at Monmouth medical center for addictions when he was security. Lots f laughs w him. I am sorry, I just ran into you not so long ago. I did not he might have been sick. I am very sadden by this. May you sleep with the angels Phil, you were loved.

Shanay Bell

September 17, 2020

Ugh this truly broke my heart ❤ to see him every day was a pleasure
He always had something to say when yu would pass him
Everyday leaving and coming from lunch and leaving for the end of my shift
I got a kick out of seeing what next he has to say

Truly gonna miss mr wheeler

Carmelita Holmes Cross

September 17, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Danita Wheeler-Cavaliere

September 17, 2020

May you Rest in Power Mr. Wheeler! Deepest condolences to the Wheeler Family. May Phillip's smile leave lasting long memories to all who knew him. God Bless.

Sabrina (Pettiford) Paige

September 17, 2020

I graduated high school with Phillip. Even though I have not seen him in all these years, I do remember what a sweet soul he was. Condolences to the family and friends.

Donna Bernhardt

September 17, 2020

I am so sad to hear about Phil's passing! I think we all looked forward to seeing him in the main lobby, he certainly brightened everyone's day. My sincere sympathy to the Wheeler family. We will miss you so, rest easy and keep looking out for us, Mr. Phil

Sherry Condone

September 17, 2020

Phil was a truly wonderful, kind, caring man. As a volunteer working at the main information desk I always felt safe knowing Phil was there watching over the main lobby. If he saw that I needed help with anything he was right there to assist in anyway he could. He was fun to be around and always quick with a joke. My husband and I have lost a good friend. May he RIP. Prayers to his family. May they find peace in their grief.

Yvette Simmons

September 17, 2020

REST PEACEFULLY IN GOD'S LOVING ARMS MY WONDERFUL FRIEND

Judy Faust

September 17, 2020

To the Wheeler family, I am truly sorry for your loss! I worked with Phil for 20 years. He was well respected and loved by all! He was a kind and understanding person! God has received an angel! God be with you all!

Julina Thigpen

September 17, 2020

Philip you will be truly missed, you always warm my heart when we would greet each other at MMC. My condolences to your family.

VICTORIA BEST

September 16, 2020

Wow where can I start..... I remember those days years ago when he went from housekeeping to security. he was so very happy and humbled.A gentle giant he was, I used to tease him when he bopped down the hall with his special walk, i called him Deputy Dog, he got a kick out of that.... My God just knowing he no longer is here with us is painful, but i believe he is at Peace...Rest Easy Phillip

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