James Michael (Mike) Wheeler, 72, passed away at Community Hospice surrounded by his family, on April 26,2017. Memorial Service: At James request, he will be cremated. The family will have a memorial service at Mayfield-Kiser Funeral Home in Burleson, Texas, on April 30,2017 at 2:00 pm James was born on May 1, 1944, in Kountze, Texas. James married Linda Burrell on June 26, 1963. He was a loving husband, and wonderful father to his daughters Aleta and Janet. James graduated from Kountze High School in 1962. He served in the Navy for 4 years, as a Gunner’s Mate on the USS Saratoga. After working for Halliburton for 30 years, James retired and he and Linda moved to the DFW area to be closer to their daughters. James enjoyed riding his motorcycle, working in the yard, and helping others. He loved his nook reader and took it with him everywhere to read or play solitaire. Survived by his wife of 53 years, Linda Wheeler; children Aleta Wheeler and Janet Wheeler, his sister Loma Robertson, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. James is preceded in death by his parents Henry and Stella Wheeler, brothers, Edwin, Raymond, William and sister, Mary. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the American Cancer Society
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Uncle Mike was one of a kind. He was so much fun to be around. Our prayers are with Aunt Linda, Aleta and Janet. May you find comfort in the many memories you have of such a wonderful man. We love you.
Uncle Mike was one of a kind. He was so much fun to be around. Our prayers are with Aunt Linda, Aleta and Janet. May you find comfort in the many memories you have of such a wonderful man. We love you.
In sympathy may God in His tender mercy lighten the burdens of sorrow and sadness and console your grieving heart. His life has touched so many that he will never be lost to us, he will always be in our hearts. Love in Christ, Carolyn Bannon
In sympathy may God in His tender mercy lighten the burdens of sorrow and sadness and console your grieving heart. His life has touched so many that he will never be lost to us, he will always be in our hearts. Love in Christ, Carolyn Bannon
I am very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
I am very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Words are not enough to express how sorry I am for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies for you and your family. I pray that God provides you the strength and courage you need in order to handle this difficult time. With love, Becca
Words are not enough to express how sorry I am for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies for you and your family. I pray that God provides you the strength and courage you need in order to handle this difficult time. With love, Becca
Linda, Janet and Aleta,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how close you all were and how devastated you must be. But as I watch the video I see that there are thousands of great loving memories for you to share. I especially loved the picture…maybe from high school of him with the serious crewcut, and the one with the”You can’t scare me, I have two daughters T=shirt” . I only met your dad a couple of times, but I know he was a great guy….cause he raised great daughters and all round good people.
Love,
devo
Linda, Janet and Aleta,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how close you all were and how devastated you must be. But as I watch the video I see that there are thousands of great loving memories for you to share. I especially loved the picture…maybe from high school of him with the serious crewcut, and the one with the”You can’t scare me, I have two daughters T=shirt” . I only met your dad a couple of times, but I know he was a great guy….cause he raised great daughters and all round good people.
Love,
devo
Extending heartfelt condolences to the family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Diane & John
Extending heartfelt condolences to the family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Diane & John
My wife, Janet and I extend our condolences to the Wheeler family. We continue to lift this family up in our prayers, may they each feel the embrace of God’s comfort and the support of friends and family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Be encouraged “for weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning” Proverbs 30:5b
Dear Wheeler family,
At this most difficult time please accept my condolence and deep regrets for your loss for this enemy death is our worse enemy and always beings much grief and pain as I felt also when it took my entire family and I’d like to share where I found help a that time. I found comfort and hope in reading what Jehovah Gods word the Bible says at John5:28,29 for there it tells us we’ll see our love ones again in the resurrection when Jesus brings them back here on earth and also Isaiah25:8 tells us that this enemy death will be swallowed up forever. I now can have hope and cope with my loss and get through each day because I know I’ll see my family again from these scriptures and others and I’m truly hoping this will help you also at this difficult time when hope and comfort is needed for this is my purpose in sharing this with you at this time. Please feel free to let me know if I accomplished my purpose at [email protected] and please know that I do share your grief and hope to hear from you. Sincerely, GM
Aleta, Janet n Linda, this Memorial was so great! I’m happy you have so many pictures of all of you together! Looks like y’all like to eat out! lol. Great pictures! I’m so sorry for the loss of your dad n husband. I know he will be missed. Just keep all the great memories photos handy. I’m so sorry I won’t make it to the memorial for Mike, as I’ll be out of town. I’m sending many prayers for you, for strength, support, love, peace n Hope .
My youngest Uncle and a Wheeler. That alone says a lot. The Wheeler side of the family was known for their fun- loving nature. Uncle Mike loved Aunt Linda and his 2 girls, Aleta & Janet. I cherish the memories of when we were all young and saw each other more often–telling stories and keeping us laughing and happy. I will miss him. I will keep his family lifted up in prayer for strength and comfort. Love and Hugs ❤️
I am so sorry for your loss. I know he was a special man and will always be in your hearts. May the grace that only God can give take you through this time of grief. My prayers are with you.
Sending heartfelt condolences to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and in the days ahead.
Sorry to hear this. 8 of us join the Navy together. I guess I am the last one. Rest in peace Mike. Jim Smith
Mr. Wheeler was a patient of mine. I will forever remember the humor he had. If I was ever having a bad day…that changed when he came in. Linda , his daughter’s and the rest of the family will remain in my prayers. He is truly missed.