John G. "Jack" Wheeler

John G. "Jack" Wheeler obituary, Rochester, NY

John G. "Jack" Wheeler

John Wheeler Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Vay-Schleich & Meeson Funeral & Cremation Chapels - Greece Chapel on Dec. 14, 2025.
Rochester – Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at age 80. Predeceased by his loving wife of 54 years, Kathleen M. Wheeler. Predeceased by his parents, Frederick and Barbara Wheeler, his brother's Fritz and Jim. Survived by his children, Wendy Giuliano, David (Karen) Wheeler; grandchildren Nicholas, Austin, Sydney and Taylor; siblings Joette (Phil) Devon, William (Colleen) Wheeler. Jack retired from Eastman Kodak Company after more than 40 years of service; starting in the mailroom, putting himself through college at Monroe Community College and ultimately retiring as an engineer. Jack was a lifelong member of the American Legion and enjoyed many years marching in the Color guard for Post 468. Jack's biggest hobby was bowling; he was an avid bowler and often scored a perfect 300. He enjoyed bowling so much that even after getting married and moving to Rochester, he would travel back to Elmira each weekend so he could compete with his teammates.

Private Entombment, Riverside Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to RIT – School of Individualized Study. Visit www.rit.edu/giving/individualized-study in her memory.

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