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Joshua Wheeler Obituary
GARDNER - Joshua M. Wheeler, 35 years old passed away in UMASS Medical Center, Worcester on Monday, July 22, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Joshua had beat his heroin addiction in late 2018 and was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor in April 2019.
He was born in Leominster on August 22, 1983, son of the late David Wheeler and his mother, Billie-Jo (Valcourt, Wheeler) Dennis.
Joshua worked as a plumber apprentice for several years and as a Landscaper before becoming ill.
He is survived by his loving wife of twelve years, Kristy L. Wheeler, son Joshua M. Wheeler Jr., daughters Jocelyn Kelley and Kayleigh Wheeler. He leaves his sister, Erica Wheeler and a brother, Tyler Dennis. He also leaves his nephews, Cameron DeLeon and Alexander Dennis; two nieces, Aaliyah Wheeler and Kenia Rivera-Wheeler. He leaves his maternal grandparents, William and Rebecca Valcourt of Gardner; paternal Grandmother, Lillian Wheeler of Ashby. He leaves many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, David J. Wheeler and his paternal grandfather, William Wheeler.
There are no calling hours. We will be celebrating Joshua's life on August 24, 2019, 6:00 pm, at the Acadia Club, 193 Parker Street, Gardner, MA.
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Rebecca Valcourt
August 14, 2020
It's now a year since you were called home. Gramp and I love and miss you so much. We are still grieving your loss because you were too young but God had a different plan. God saw you suffering from the brain-stem tumor and knew you were tired of fighting all the effects of five brain surgeries; eye site damaged, no longer could walk and eating became a problem for you. Your children talk about you often and miss you more than you know. They are doing well living with us just as you did. Until we meet again grandson keep watch over your handsome son, Joshua Jr. and your beautiful Princess Kayleigh. You are forever in our heart and so many good memories we have to share. Love, Gramp and Gram
Shelly Thibeau
August 27, 2019
I don't know what to say. My heart breaks!
I was telling a story about you a few days ago about when I used to babysit you and Erica. You would get out of bed and come watch tv with me. We would hear your mom and dad pull into the driveway and you would run upstairs and pretend you were sleeping. Lol
You will never be forgotten.
Rest Easy now Josh. RIP
Billie-Jo Dennis
August 21, 2019
Joshua, My heart is broken and will never be the same. You left me first. It's the wrong way baby, I your mother should be gone first. Forever you will be my baby. Tomorrow is your birthday and I know I'm gonna struggle, but I will honor you on Saturday for your Celebration of Life. I love you and miss you so much.
William and Rebecca Valcourt
August 21, 2019
Grandson, our hearts are broken, we miss you so much. When gramp and I get up in the morniing we still look for you. You're walking the streets of gold with your loving father. You will never be forgotten; we will cherish the memories you left behind until we meet you.
Forever my protector. Missing you my big bro.
Erica Wheeler
August 20, 2019
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