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Jeffrey Scott Wheatcraft
1958 - 2015
Jeffrey Scott Wheatcraft
1958 - 2015
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BORN
1958
DIED
2015
Jeffrey Wheatcraft Obituary
He was born on July 28, 1958 in Franklin to Horace Eddie Wheatcraft and Mary Faith (Bulmahn )Wheatcraft. Jeff married Annette (Drews) Wheatcraft on July 4, 1981. She loving survives in Franklin. Also surviving are two daughters, Becky Smith of Franklin and Liz Johnson of Nashville, Indiana; one brother, Kevin Wheatcraft of Gosport and grandchildren, Jasmine Smith, Aiden Johnson and Madison Johnson. He was preceded in passing by his parents and one brother, Horace Edward Wheatcraft.
Jeff was a graduate of Greenwood High School and received an associate's degree from Ivy Tech.
He was employed by G & P Machinery in Indianapolis for over thirty years.
He was a member of Southern Indiana 4-wheel drive Association and the Amity Volunteer Fire Department. He was also a member of the National Rifle Association.
A celebration of Jeff's life will be held on Saturday, October 31st at 2:00 p.m. at Flinn and Maguire Funeral Home, 2898 North Morton Street, (U.S. 31 North) in Franklin. Friends may call on Saturday, October 31st from 11:00 a.m. to time of service at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery in Franklin.
Chris Buchanan
November 25, 2018
Was so sorry to find out about the passing of Jeffery. Would like to talk to a family member in reference to Horce Wheatcraft. He was my Mentor in Ham Radio.
Bob and Mary Abondolo
October 30, 2015
With heavy heart goodbye Jeff. Mary and I will miss you and will remember you forever. Jeff was a great man, always willing to help and will be missed by the jeeping community.
Doug & Kathy Saul
October 30, 2015
Our deepest sympathy, Annette. Jeff was a GREAT guy and he will be missed by all who knew him. The 4x4 community will miss his support & assistance on the trails.
Andy Shaul
October 29, 2015
Enjoy the jeep trails in Heaven my friend!
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Jeff Sims
October 29, 2015
Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family Annette.Jeff was a great guy and he will be missed.
Jeff & Jill
Barbara Lumpford
October 28, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time.
Harold & Vickie Young
October 28, 2015
Our family will always remember the kindness that he displayed when he took the time to pull us out of a ditch that the snowy weather lead us to. I am so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers will be for you and your family to find comfort in all the happy memories.
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