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John Wheeler Obituary
He is survived by his mother, Rita J. (Cournoyer) Wheeler of Oxford; two children, Nicholas Wheeler of Oxford and Morgan Nordby of Southbridge; two brothers, Gerald P. Wheeler of Dudley and James J. Wheeler of Oxford; a granddaughter, Lexianna Wheeler; aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces. He was born in Worcester, the son of the late John L. Wheeler and lived in Oxford before moving to Webster 8 years ago. He graduated from Bay Path High School in Charlton and was a U.S. Air Force veteran.
Mr. Wheeler was a customer support representative at E.M.C. Corporation in Hopkinton for 8 years. Previously, he owned and operated Oxford Seamless Gutter in Oxford. He was an avid sports fan, enjoyed his classic cars, and especially loved fishing.
A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 23, 2007, at St. Roch's Church, 332 Main St., Oxford. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Webster. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas St., Worcester, MA 01608. Paradis Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford, is in care of the arrangements.
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LisaB
October 15, 2024
I still can't believe he is gone. Such a shame. He really was a funny man!! Always a silly grin on his face!!
Christy Smith
November 15, 2007
My condolences to John's family. I worked with John at EMC for several years, where we shared a work area as well as many laughs. I could always count on a Monday morning smile accompanied by "Hey Kiddo". He was a great, Fun, and loving man and will be missed!
Nicholas Wheeler
November 3, 2007
Hey Dad.... Me, Lexi, Mom and Gary send out our love. I miss you soo much and i wish you could see how big Lexi is getting...Im sure you are in a better place now..tell gramps i said hi and i love him. You had soo many friends and loved ones that miss you also. I will make sure your little girl is safe and help her make the right descisions... R.I.P. Dad. I love you.... Nick PS. The Sox won it for you....
John Brennan
October 24, 2007
John and I worked together for several years at EMC. During that time I learned a lot from him and we shared many laughs. John always loved talking about Boston sports, classic cars and his kids. My sympathies go out to John's family and friends.
Justine Nordby
October 23, 2007
morgan and nick ,
I love you both and im here for you.morgan the brief time mom had with your father I grew to love him he was a wonderful man and he will be truley missed you and nick are both two beautiful pieces of him and in you he will live on.He is watching over both of you when you hear a joke youll think of him and all the ones he used to tell.Nick he is going to be there to watch over your babygirl and Morgan hell be there at your wedding and graduation in spirit.I love you both and iI am so sorry for your loss.
love always,
your sister Justine
Terry Brandt
October 22, 2007
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to John's family. We worked together at EMC for several years. I have missed his sense of humor and daily dose of jokes. I believe he is still creating smiles in heaven too. God Bless
David Lindquist
October 22, 2007
Nick & Morgan and John's family, my sincere sympathies to you all. John and I got to be good buddies at EMC I will miss his witt he was a really nice guy, and he talked about you often, so know that he loved you a lot. He told me things I'm sure he didn't tell anyone else. Morgan you made me cry . . I have a daughter your age. He is in a better place we hope, take care hunny, and know he loved you all very much... Dave
Lisa Breault
October 22, 2007
My condolences during this terrible time to John's family and friends. Having worked with John at EMC for several years, I knew him as a very funny, quick witted person who could crack up the room!
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Michele Duffy
October 22, 2007
John and I worked together for many years at EMC. There was a time that he sat in the desk across from me. He had a never ending supply of jokes, some corny but most were very funny. He was a hard worker and cared deeply for his family and friends. My deepest sympathies go out to John’s family. He will be missed.
Quentin, Rich, and Bruce Brunnett
October 22, 2007
Chipper: Godspeed!
Pam Ercolani
October 22, 2007
John and I worked at EMC together for 8 years. He always had a smile no matter what was going on. To break up work, there was always time for a joke or two. We have had many laughs and I thank him for the those. He will surely be missed by everyone.
Barry Burdett
October 22, 2007
I met John when we went to WPI for the certificate program back in the late 90's ... we became fast friends, and he was my reference into EMC. Our paths have crossed many times in these last few years. I will miss John, his great sense of humor, and his friendship.
Robert Rivers
October 21, 2007
To Chip and his faimly,
Chip and I were great friends for many years and I am saddened to learn of his passing. I also had the joy of knowing Chip in his younger years and zipped up and down the east coast in his Chevelle, and rode with him on Daytona Beach. We called ourselves the 'rat pack'and this included Brian Krevosky and Steve Dixon.
Chip was and will always be a true friend and pass my condolences on to his entire family. I know I have some great photos from our teens and 20's and would be happy to share.
Your Guardian Angel is just a prayer away.
You can reach me at 612.845.6757
Heather Benedict
October 21, 2007
Nick,
My deepest sympathies to you in your time of loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Heather
Morgan Nordby
October 21, 2007
Hey Dad.
I miss you so much. I know your in a better place now and its goin to take some getting used to.. I talk to you every night, always say goodnight. I always think about you and I will never forget you. You have left behind all of those who love and were ever touched by you. You amaze me with everything you've done. I'll never forget that Chevelle that you worked on for so long and Hoover, that crazy dog. "Zippahead!" You make me smile everytime I think about you..I've lost my father and I've gained a Guardian Angel. I love you so much Dad, You'll always be my hero.
Doug Capuano
October 21, 2007
I worked with John for many years at EMC Corporation, he was a great co-worker and a good friend, he will be missed by all.
Doug C.
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