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1942
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Jefferson Wheeler Obituary
January 1, 1942 – March 13, 2023
Jefferson "Jeff" B. Wheeler Passed away on March 13, 2023 at the age of 81 after a short illness. He lived
a life full of love, family, and service to his community.
He is remembered by his wife of 58 years, Carole and their children Scott and Jennifer, as well as many
grandchildren and extended family.
Jeff worked for the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation from 1968 to 2001, retiring
as the Assistant Director of the Northern Region. He also worked on the first Parks and Recreation
Commission for the City of Santa Clarita.
Jeff's life will be celebrated on April 15th at 1:00pm at the First Presbyterian Church of Newhall.
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Ronald Zechello
May 5, 2025
Jeff was a good friend and a fine man. Honesty, strong ethics and integrity sized up Jeff. He will be missed.
Linda (Kelm) Martin
November 25, 2024
I met Jeff in 6th grade at Las Flores Elementary School in Bellflower, CA. He was a really nice boy that everyone liked, he was always joking. I got to know Jeff even better at Washington Junior High when we sat next to each other for home-room with Mr. Groeling. Jeff was kind of like a big brother. We went on to Bellflower High School and, although we didn't have any classes together, we stayed in touch because we rode the same school bus. Jeff was a real pal all the way through high school. We bumped into each other through the years at class reunions and other functions. I honestly don't think I've ever known a nicer and more genuine person than Jeff Wheeler. Rest in peace, Jeff.
Tom Reilly
April 14, 2023
Iworked for Jeff at the County in the middle of my career. He was a kind and supportive boss and we became friends, playing golf on occassion. At Jeff's retiement, I was moved by his son, Scott, paying him tribute as the dad that always showed up for every important school or sporting event. It made an impression on me because Jeff seemed to be showing up at every important work related meeting or funtion too and never used his kids activities as a reason not show up for us at work. His quiet example of what a true leader is was one I always remembered. He will be missed.
Millie Jones, Retired Deputy, LA County 5th District
March 29, 2023
Remembering Jeff, the wonderful man that he was, and the kindness and support he offered me when he worked in North Region. Blessings and sympathies to his family.
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