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James William Wheeler
1937 - 2017
James William Wheeler
1937 - 2017
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BORN
1937
DIED
2017
James Wheeler Obituary
James William Wheeler passed away peacefully in Tucson, Arizona on September 22, 2017 at the age of 80.
James is survived by his wife Virginia; sons, William, James and Peter; daughters, Kimberly and Milene; as well as grandchildren and great grandchildren, of Tucson Arizona. He was preceded in death by his father, William Wheeler; his mother, Florence Wheeler; and his sister, Billie Lynn Donohue, of Tucson Arizona.
James was born on February 28, 1937, in Scottdale, Pennsylvania, to William and Florence Wheeler. He graduated from Scottdale High School in 1956. He married Virginia on January 16, 1965. He served twenty-two years in the United States Navy and retired as a Chief Petty Officer in 1977.
Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 10, 2017, at Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 15950 North Luckett Road, Marana, AZ, with a reception following. All are welcome to attend and celebrate James’ life. In lieu of flowers please donate to Disabled American Veterans or St. Jude charities.
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Kim Comeau
October 15, 2017
I love you dad and i will miss you. Now you can go fishing as much as you want. Im so very proud to be your daughter. You always made me laugh. Love, your daughter Kim (snicky nose)
Fran Wachsman
October 8, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Your oldest son, bill and my kids CJ and Todd played together and attended school together for many years. You have a very sweet family.
Gina Wheeler
October 8, 2017
I miss you, Jim, my knight in shinning armor. Your loving wife
Stephanie Bell
October 7, 2017
My Godfather, my Uncle... my Cow-Shimmy. Breathe freely and know you've done a great job in your life. You've got the best kids, my cousins, and there is so much love! Give mom a big hug from me. I love you!
Your Goddaughter, Stephanie
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