Leonard Douglas Wheeler, 67, of Thaxton, caught his rainbow to heaven August 19, 2015. He was born October 17, 1947, son of the late Creed Leonard and Eva Virginia Wheeler. He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Susan Ann; and his sweet brother, Fred.
He is survived by his loving wife, Mildred; sisters, Jean, Patty and Bonnie; and brothers, Bo and Gary. Doug leaves behind a host of extended loving family and friends and will be dearly missed by all.
Doug proudly served his country during the Vietnam Conflict in the United States Army, Co A, 4th Bn, 47th Infantry. His dedication of bravery and sacrifice earned him the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Doug was a life member of American Legion VA Post 0054 and the VFW.
A graveside service is planned for 2 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2015, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.lotzfuneralhomevinton.com.
He is survived by his loving wife, Mildred; sisters, Jean, Patty and Bonnie; and brothers, Bo and Gary. Doug leaves behind a host of extended loving family and friends and will be dearly missed by all.
Doug proudly served his country during the Vietnam Conflict in the United States Army, Co A, 4th Bn, 47th Infantry. His dedication of bravery and sacrifice earned him the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Doug was a life member of American Legion VA Post 0054 and the VFW.
A graveside service is planned for 2 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2015, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.lotzfuneralhomevinton.com.
Leonard Douglas Wheeler, 67, of Thaxton, caught his rainbow to heaven August 19, 2015. He was born October 17, 1947, son of the late Creed Leonard and Eva Virginia Wheeler. He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Susan Ann; and his sweet brother, Fred.
He is survived by his loving wife, Mildred; sisters, Jean, Patty and Bonnie; and brothers, Bo and Gary. Doug leaves behind a host of extended loving family and friends and will be dearly missed by all.
Doug proudly served his country during the Vietnam Conflict in the United States Army, Co A, 4th Bn, 47th Infantry. His dedication of bravery and sacrifice earned him the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Doug was a life member of American Legion VA Post 0054 and the VFW.
A graveside service is planned for 2 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2015, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.lotzfuneralhomevinton.com.
He is survived by his loving wife, Mildred; sisters, Jean, Patty and Bonnie; and brothers, Bo and Gary. Doug leaves behind a host of extended loving family and friends and will be dearly missed by all.
Doug proudly served his country during the Vietnam Conflict in the United States Army, Co A, 4th Bn, 47th Infantry. His dedication of bravery and sacrifice earned him the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Doug was a life member of American Legion VA Post 0054 and the VFW.
A graveside service is planned for 2 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2015, at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.lotzfuneralhomevinton.com.
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