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Lloyd Wheeler Obituary
Jan. 30, 1921 - Dec. 23, 2009
Lloyd Wilford Wheeler, 88, of Hogback, passed from this life, due to health complications related to age, on Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2009, at San Juan Regional Medical Center in Farmington. He was born Jan. 30, 1921, in Hogback, to Wilford and Ida Hunt Wheeler.
His life began and was lived in the Four Corners area that he loved dearly. His occupation as a trader to the Indians endeared him to the Navajo people. He spoke their language as a native. He loved their gentle ways and great sense of humor.
Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary Edith (Martin) Wheeler; and his sisters, Rose Wheeler Washburn and Ethel Wheeler Cardon.
He is survived by his sister, Aletta Wheeler Ashcroft and husband, Clyde Ashcroft; his son, Thomas L. Wheeler; daughters, Mary Wheeler Rogers and her husband, James T. "Jim" Rogers, Rose Lynn Wheeler Fieldsted and her husband, Dennis D. Fieldsted; 13 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Viewing will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 27, at the location of the funeral, 10 Road 6570 in Kirtland.
Viewing for the family will be from 9 to 9:40 a.m. Monday, Dec. 28, in the Young Women's room of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Stake Center, 10 County Road 6523 in Kirtland, followed by funeral services at 10 a.m.
The family wishes to express special thanks to the staff of San Juan Regional Medical Center, especially the cardiac care group on the fifth floor; and to Doctor Sable, Doctor Barkman and Doctor Wilkins for the kindness and special loving care that they bestowed on Dad and the family.
Those wishing to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com.
Arrangements are by Brewer, Lee & Larkin Funeral Home, 103 E. Ute St., in Farmington; (505) 325-8688.
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Memories and Condolences
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Kathy Luna
December 29, 2009
MaryLouise, Tommy, Rose and families, my condolences. My wonderful childhood memories will stay with me as cherished memories. I will never forget the wonderful times around the Old Trading Post as I was growing up. That loving watchful Papa Lloyd always there to comfort us when we needed him. I always loved the time he took to examine mama's rugs to quote a price. I am sorry I didn't visit with him my last trip home.... Love to you all
Kathy
Bobbie Mason
December 29, 2009
Dear Family,
What wonderful memories we have of our visits with Uncle Lloyd over the years. Listening to his stories of family, Four Corners, rugs & jewerly and the artisans and their family histories, bags of fire works in the front yard after the 4th of July are priceless treasures.
Hug each other tight and know you that you are loved.
Bobbie
Fred Mason
December 29, 2009
Hey, Cousins;
My condolences. I will miss Uncle Lloyd. He was the best story-teller...I could never hear enough of his tales. I am sorry I didn't get to hear just one more...
love to all
Freddy
Berrett Harrison
December 28, 2009
MaryLouise, Tommy, Roselynn...and families, I Wish I could be there with you at this time of sadness.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
George SAtcitty
December 28, 2009
To the Wheelers, Rogers, Fieldsteads & other family members. Sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Wheeler and would like to extend my sincere condolences at this time. Prayers are with all.
Elmer Mason
December 25, 2009
We would like to extend our condolences to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve and celebrate the life of Uncle Lloyd.
December 25, 2009
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Robert Lee (Robert and Blanche Lee's son and Nancy H. Lee
Bernice Arater
December 25, 2009
MaryLouise, Tommy, Roselynn...and families...
Wish I could be there with you at this time...
Please know I love you all so very much...
I know that Uncle Lloyd is dancing the jig about right now.
He is so lucky to be with Aunt Mary, Grandpa & Grandma, Uncle Ken & Aunt Rose, Uncle Gene & Aunt Ethyl & Jerry....just to name a few...
May each of you have peace and comfort in your hearts....
All my Love
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