Kenneth Wireman

Kenneth Wireman obituary, Lakeland, FL

Kenneth Wireman

Kenneth Wireman Obituary

Visit the Lakeland Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens website to view the full obituary.
Dr Kenneth Wireman passed away at the age of 94 on January 29, 2026. He passed away in his home surrounded by his loved ones in Lakeland, Florida

He was born in Waldo, Kentucky on January 18, 1932. His parents were

Dora and Homer Wireman. He was raised in rural Michigan in a family of five sisters and one brother.

He was married to his sweetheart Betty Schomer on August 21, 1954 in Scottdale, Pennsylvania. They were married for 71 years.

He had an extensive education and graduated with a PhD from the University of Utah in 1971. He was a professor at Southeastern University for over 20 years. He was also a minister for 13 years.

He enjoyed extensive travel all over the world with his wife Betty.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Wireman of Lakeland, Florida. His daughter Janice Albritton and her husband Alvo of Lakeland, Florida. His granddaughter Skye Callan and her husband Paul of Oakland, California. His grandson Scott Callan of Salinas, California. His granddaughter Allanna Albritton of Lakeland, Florida. His grandchildren Johnnie Midnight Callan, Braige Callan and Seven Callan of Oakland , California. His siblings Tural McDonald of Denver, Colorado. Pauline Edison of Pensacola, Florida. Norma Kons of Bloomington Springs, Tennessee. Dan Wireman and his wife Kathy of Pendacola, Florida and Pat Wheeler and her husband Bill of Battle Creek, Michigan.

He is predeceased by his parents Dora and Homer Wireman, his daughter Sandra Callan Chappuis and his sister Loretta England

Services will be held at Lakeland Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens on Friday, February 6. 2026. Public visitation will be from 11- 12 noon with the service and 12 noon.

The words that completely sum up his life are "He leadeth me".
Lakeland Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

2125 Bartow Rd, Lakeland, FL 33801

Make a Donation
in Kenneth Wireman's name

Plan and Price a Funeral

Create a funeral plan and price estimate in less than 5 minutes.

How to support Kenneth's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Kenneth Wireman's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sponsored

Plan and Price a Funeral

Create a funeral plan and price estimate in less than 5 minutes.