Don WHEATON

To the Wheaton family - I know that it has been a long time since Mr. Don Wheaton has passed and I am sorry that I haven't acknowledged it but since I am writing a fond memory in the Senior Magazine (Regina) I feel honoured to have known him when he had his business in Porcupine Plain. My dad worked for him (book keeper) and I being a teenager did odd jobs for him also. Don was very good to dad and our family. He truly was an honourable man!
My condolences.

We have lost a truly remarkable man.His legacy,personal and professional, will never be forgotten and he will always be appreciated by those of us who had the pleasure of knowing and working with Don.Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

My Condolences to all of the Wheaton Family.

Yet another Door has opened for Don. May his Journey be a Pleasant one!
Thank You Don for enabling me to obtain an Apprenticeship at the Dealership during the late 60's and early 70's.
Don always made me smile when He had to Duck under the Big Shop Door, it never seamed to be high enough for him.

To Will & Don and all of the Wheaton Family:
Our paths have not crossed in many years but I just learned of the passing of Don Sr. My sincerest condolences to all of you during this difficult time. Scot Caithness

To the Wheaton Family:

The Morningstar PIlot Group just recently became aware of your families loss. Don Sr. was well liked and respected by our most senior pilots in our membership, who remember him very well. We are very sorry for your families loss.

"On behalf of Morningstar Pilots"

Mark Lussier
District Chairperson

Dear Marian and family;
My condolences to you on the passing of Don. I have fond memories of our General Motors trips together over the years.

January 10,2012
While on a vacation I received the sad news of Don Sr.
My last visit with He and Marion was the day they were moving from the old "After Eight" to the most spectacular new yacht, each handling wheel barrels back and forth along the docks at the Van Isle Marina a few years ago. I always enjoyed when my husband and I were sailing in the Gulf Islands we would see that the After Eight had shared many of the same beautiful spots we had.
My Heart goes out to all the Family, Don Sr. was one of a kind and will never be forgotten. I had the privilege of meeting most of the family when I worked at Don Wheatons on Whyte many years back.
Sincerely, Karen (two-names) Nelson-Mitchell,now LeDrew

Our prayers and thoughts go out to all the Wheaton family . May his memory live on !

Dear Mrs Marion Wheaton and family.
As a retired employee of Don Wheaton
Chevrolet Oldsmobile. Madeleine and I
would love to offer our most sincere
condolences. I loved to work at the
dealership. Mr Wheaton was an inspiration to all of us.

Once an employee with the Wheaton group, I truly had felt part of a "Vision" while being their. The stories that I have been told ,and that I have retold have been scripted into me. The legacy that Don has left behind is second to none. thank - you for the business savoy I gained while being part of your empire. God bless.

Dear Jane and All the Wheaton Family, I am so sorry to hear this. Another pillar falls. A legend in the Edmonton Chev/Olds world! I remember you arriving at Strath by plane, Jane...right up to the dock! I'm sorry I only saw this today, or I would have gone to the service.
Elizabeth Yorath Welsh (aka Jane)

To Marion and all the Wheaton family we send our condolences and love. Don was a fine man, an inspiration to all who were privileged to know him.
He was a great Edmontonian and businessman. We will miss him.

My family (Cynthia, Stephanie, Tyler ) and I would like to send our respectful condolences to the entire Wheaton family.

Dear Marion and Family,
This is truly a sad day for all. Our family knew your family from the "Porcupine" days, but met occationally from time to time for a chat thru the years and Don was always the same. Dad bought all of his cars thru a Wheaton dearlership! Both of you meant so much to our Mom and Dad and to us. Faye and I stopped in for a chat with Don on Whyte Ave a few years ago and he knew us on sight. He will be missed by so many.
Our sympathy at this very sad time.
Jimmie,Faye and Kathy Dauncey

My condolences to the Wheaton family. I did not know you all but I did go to Ellerslie School with David.
Joyce McDonald

To Jane, Ruth and the rest of the Wheaton family,

I was saddened to learn of Don's passing and extend my deepest condolences. He truly was a pillar of the community and his legacy will touch Albertans for generations to come. Don will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Sincere sympathies to all of you. Our family grieves the loss in yours.
Dorothy and Jim Cumming--friends for a lifetime

Condolences to Marion and family from an old friend of Don's.
Wally Yake

We remember all the fun times north and south and it was an honor to know him he was a wonderful man and we will miss him greatly.He always had his family in the for front"AFTER EIGHT"a common thread.May he sleep peacefully in the palm of Gods hand.
Peter and Joan Kehoe

Remembering fun times at the Wheaton home with Jane and Ann so many years ago brings to mind the graciousness of their parents. May happy memories of your dad bring you all comfort.

From Mesa Arizona Don will be missed, my
sincere sympathy to all the family.from
both myself and son RoberT Patrick Howe
associated via Transport Canada,Air Traffic Services & Edm.Flying Club

I will never forget how Don Sr. could meet someone once,have a casual conversation and years later meet that person again and heartily remember that person and their interests.I have always had the greatest respect for Mr. Wheaton-having worked for Don Wheaton Chevrolet,and all the years since.My condolences to the Wheaton family.

our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family ,Don was a wonderful man and will be sadly missed .

Don Wheaton lived a spirited and valiant life. His love of family, his enthusiasm, his myriad of interests, his leadership and generosity made a difference In his community. Don Wheaton will be sorely missed.

They now need a street named after Don Wheaten, perhaps near Whyte ave dealership, any ideas anyone? Hey Don Sr. your looking down on us all. Hope your also proud that folk can enter your name in the Guinness world records website (write Don Wheaton in "search" then enter) and see your name associated even with a push up world record of all things. Such a world class guy man. Thanks for the memories and for helping to build a world class YMCA. The world record with "your name on it too" is in the YMCA. Man oh man what a neat guy Don. You maybe were not looking for that to happen but it did. So neat. "Don Wheaton on a Guinness world record certificate" Your handshake is as good as gold.

I had the privelage of Knowing Don Sr. in a way only I will ever know. He shared stories of his past and words of wisdom that instilled great values within me.
He will be missed by all.
All the Best to the Family.

Condolences,
1st Mate Chris Driussi

To The Wheaton Family:
Deepest Sympathies at a difficult crossroad in your family. Treasure the times you shared together.
Respectfully

My sincere condolences to the entire Wheaton family. While I was the manager of Whyte Avenue Scotiabank, I had the privilege to know and work with Don Wheaton Sr. I greatly respected his integrity, his obvious pride in his family, and his strong support of the Edmonton community. His positive influence continues to benefit many. He has left a lasting impression on the City of Edmonton and beyond

Will and Jadeene, my deepest sympathies on your loss of a great man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. God Bless , Dean Onofrychuk.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Wheaton family during this time of loss.
Don Sr was a big part of the early days of Brooker Wheaton(Morningstar Air Express), we are thankful for his insight and support over the years.
(FedEx Supplemental Air Ops family)

To all the Wheaton family:
Sorry to read about Don's passing. He will be greatly missed by many. A lovely write-up in the paper for him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Don & Sandy Sprague

My parents George and Kay Lucuik were good friends of Don and Marion, Dad always talked about what a good man Don was, university educated, but would pile cordwood. Don had the gift of true leadership, kind to everyone and a true Love for mankind. On behalf of the George Lucuik Family, we extend our deepest sympathy to Marion and Family.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

To The Wheaton Family
My your hearts be filled with wonderful memories. I remember when he was driving me to school in his Corvette. He help me buy my first car. He will not be forgotten

We have lost a good friend. I don't remember seeing Don without a smile one his face. I think one of his many achievements was his ability to operate several successful businesses while raising a family he had to be proud of. My condolences to all of Don's family.

Don left a distinct fingerprint on a broad commercial and social landscape, but most importantly on his family. A legacy to celebrate. May God grant the Wheaton family His peace in the midst of this storm.

Today we are thinking of your whole family with the news of Don's passing. He has done so much for our home town community of Porcupine Plain long since he left there and also for the Edmonton community. A great family man and leader. He made the world a better place. - Lynn & Victor Moroz, Stony Plain, Alberta

My condolences and sympathies to the family.

My condolences and a huge caring hug for Kim and Don Jr.

I meet Don Wheaton , Don Jr. and Kim -many years ago ,when I worked at Brooker-Wheaton Aviation.
Please know that my heartfelt sympathy goes out to Marion and everyone else in the Wheaton family as well... at this truly sad time.

Marci Baril (use to be Marci Howard)

Don Wheaton was one of the key builders of Edmonton, from the day he arrived in the city. His integrity was reflected in every dealing he had with every person, regardless of 'position'. He was not only intelligent: he was wise. He will be missed by many, but his family is especially in my thoughts and prayers.

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Wheaton family. Don will be missed. He was a good man who always treated everyone with the utmost respect.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these times.

John and Liliana Bencic

We talked about Don quite a bit recently as it was only three weeks ago that our family dealt with the passing of our husband and father Howard Johnson. We remembered the significance of Howard's time at Wheaton's; the pleasure that Rose and Howard took in Don and Marion's company. We appreciated the attendance of Wheaton family members at Howard's funeral and will see them again this week under too similar circumstances.
Rose Johnson, Lana and Norb Park, Linda and Dave Carlson

Dear Marion and the rest of the Wheaton family:
I was priviledged to have the opportunity to work for Don Wheaton Chev. Olds at the beginning period at the Edmonton dealership. I have a great admiration for Don as he was an excellent boss that took the interest of his employees very seriously. May the Lord be with you in this trying time. Don will be missed by all!

Don and Marion have been such long time family friends that we were truly saddened to learn of Don's passing and consequently, Marion and family's sorrow. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. He was a wonderful man, who will be missed by so many.

With Heartfelt Condolence to the family.

Truly respected as an employer, but felt like a friend. We are saddened with his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Marion and the family.

SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO MARION AND THE FAMILY. DON WAS A VITAL MEMBER OF THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY AND WILL BE MISSED FOR A VERY LONG TIME

I was to saddened to hear of Don's passing and want to express my sincere condolences to Marion and all the Wheaton family. In business and in friendship, Don was someone our family always admired .He will be missed and we are sorry for your loss.

On behalf of the owners and the staff of Le Ciel Venetian Tower, Naples, FL we wish to extend our sincerest condolences to the entire family.

I had the privilege of working for Don in Edmonton for many years. I always admired and respected Don's ability to take a personal interest in everyone he encountered on a daily basis. My sincerest condolences to the Wheaton family.

Our most heartfelt sympathies to Marion and the entire family ..I was forrtunate enough to work for and with Don as well as with several of the immediate family, on two seperate occasions .
I even had the privilage of flying with both Don and Marion over the years ..The Wheaton's were the greatest employers .and leaders.
Sincerest condolances. Bob and Frieda Miller

I had the privilege of working for , and with , Don . My admiration of him has no bounds .
Sincere condolences to his family .

We had many fine bridge games with Don and Marion.Our codolances to Marion and Family. Trev and Jackie Caithness.

My condolences to Don Wheaton's loved ones. I know he will be missed by all.

Don was a mentor to me and I look fondly back on my Brooker Wheaton days and always think of Don as a great leader. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Wheaton Family.
Lorne ans Myrna Gray

Don, was a pillar and a true gentleman in both business and socially.
My sincere condolences to the entire Wheaton Family.
Ben Kolbuc

I had the pleasure of working for ,and with , Don and my respect for him has no bounds .
Sincere condolences to his family.

The Car business has lost a very special friend and log time leader. best wishes to the Wheaton family during this difficult time.

Mike Lowe
Southfort Chevrolet

The Community will truly miss Don, I had the pleasure of working with him and his family for many years, and what i learned from him i will truly cherish .. My condolences to Marion and family.