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Kenneth Michael Wheeler
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Kenneth Wheeler Obituary
Ken was a spirited individual who loved life's various adventures. His careers ranged from truck driving, firefighting and even donut making. Ken enjoyed anything that presented a challenge. A true outdoorsman, Ken enjoyed fishing and was a dedicated fan of the Seattle Seahawks. His outgoing nature made him the life of the party, always ready to share a beer and a story.
He leaves behind his mother, Lana Russell; his spouse, Melissa Wheeler; his daughters, Cassilyn Lewis, Bailey Wheeler, Ella Wheeler, Amber Wheeler; his stepson, Hunter Hanson; and three cherished granddaughters.
A memorial service will be held on September 21, 2024, from 2pm to 4pm at 3701 Gun Club Road, Unit 76, Yakima, Washington. Ken's life and legacy will be celebrated by family, friends, and all who knew him.
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Anastasia Rief
September 16, 2024
I am Ken's sister and although we lost touch with each other I've known him since HS at Eisenhower (didn't know we were family then) He was a riot to hang out with we shared trucker tales and family stories. Our daughters grew up together and remained besties their entire lives. Rest In Peace Ken I'll see you again someday. Love always your little sister Anastasia (aka Lora)
Pamela Maxey
August 16, 2024
Adding on to Scott's comment about Kenny having many nicknames. My family has known Kenny since him and my brother Rick became friends when we went to Castlevale. I think they were in 1st or 2nd grade. But in our high school year's my Dad found out that Kenny's family was from Florida so Dad and everyone in the house started lovingly referring to Kenny as Gator bait! Lol. I will never forget Kenny rushing in one night around 5:30 ( dinner was always at 5) going oh! Man! Mom! I missed dinner? Momma said you know what time dinner is! So many memories to share. You will be missed Kenny (Gator)
Raymond Tichi
August 15, 2024
Worked for him making doughnuts and we became best friends
Scott Fishr
August 15, 2024
My condolences to Kenny's family. Through the course of Kenny being Kenny, he managed to pick up a few nicknames. With every nickname there is a story behind it. The day he came to school wearing soccer cleats, for better traction through the snow and over the ice. He went down so many times is about a ten foot section. That I gave him the Cleatus moniker. When Kenny started hanging with the group I was around he definitely brought a flavor to the group that the rest of us had no idea we needed. This is still so unreal, I hope his family can at some point find peace and comfort from the many memories he leaves behind.
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