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LINDA WHEELER Obituary

Linda Wheeler was a musician, historian, author, storyteller, and a Lady in every way. She and her three sisters were raised in California and in the jungles of Mexico where their mother finished her studies and worked. Linda married Donald Wheeler in the 50's and their lives together took them all over this country as well as Spain, which Linda loved to call home. Their four daughters were blessed with her wonderful lessons of hospitality, music, reading, art, gardening and graciousness. She spent years researching genealogy and left us all volumes of family letters, diaries, photos, and treasures. She always had a positive spin on everything and greeted each day with joy of life. All our lives were touched beautifully by her and she will be missed always.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Mar. 24, 2012.

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Mark

September 1, 2025

Linda, my dear friend. You were always so kind and gracious and always welcomed Ann and I in your home whenever we came to visit. Now as you have transitioned from this life to a better one, say a prayer for us, those who hope to once again see you in all of God's glory. We miss you. We will always remember.

Suellen Rampacek

March 18, 2020

She was one of my closest friends and i always think of her with great love. Almost like we were sisters. What fabulous memories. Certainly one of the kindest I've ever met. She helped me to raise my children. Unique in all the world!

Susie Rampacek

April 18, 2012

My darling Linda, You always made me feel as though I was your only and best friend, a feeling I will always cherish. You will always be in my heart and prayers. My deepest sympathies go out to Claudia and Evelyn and all the family. Sending a photo of Sean planting an Avocado Tree in your memory in our back yard. Love, Susie and Brian Rampacek

MARGARITA ESPINOZA

March 30, 2012

I MISS YOU SO MUCH,I LOVED TO SEE THE FAMILY TOGUETHER LIKE YOU ALWAYS WANTED.

Andrew & Jen Sneigoski

March 29, 2012

Grandma Linda, you have a special place in our hearts. Thank you for opening your arms and home to us. The boys have treasured memories of you and I will miss looking for the wonderful books you would send every year for their birthdays and Christmas. You always chose the best books. We love you and miss you

Mary Lou Swarner

March 27, 2012

To My Very Best Friend Linda Wheeler, this is from Mary Lou Swarner. I've know her since we lived in the Desert in 1946. We were neighbor's we raise her daughter's and my 3 children 3 boy's & 1 girl. She will for ever in my heart. Love always' Mary Lou Swarner

Judith Piper

March 27, 2012

Linda graciously hosted our string quartet every other week and I knew her as a thoughtful, kind and giving musician. She is missed by us all.
Judith Piper, musician and friend.

Claudia Sneigoski

March 25, 2012

Daughters Nancy, Evelyn and Claudia survive but deeply miss our wonderful mother. She went too soon! But we are so very grateful that she went quickly and easily.

Rene Albert

March 25, 2012

2 Timothy 4:7-8 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.
I love and miss you grandma!

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