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      John David Wheeler, 69, of Cisne, Illinois passed away Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at his home.

      John was born September 5, 1952, in Chicago, Illinois to Lawrence and Patricia (Boynton) Wheeler.

      John was a carpenter and mechanic.  He also worked at Barnard Stock Farms in Geff, Illinois.  John enjoyed being outdoors and fishing.

      John is survived by life partner Pam Hartman of Cisne, Illinois; daughter Michelle “Shelly’ and her husband Curtis Albright of Annapolis, Maryland; four grandchildren; brother Larry and his wife Laurie Wheeler of Diamond Head, Mississippi.

      John was preceded in death by his parents and brother Skip.

      Per John’s wishes, cremation rites were accorded.  There will be no services.

      Memorials may be given to Clay County Hospice in Flora, Illinois and will be accepted at the funeral home.

      Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.meridithfuneralhome.com.

      Hosselton-Meridith Funeral Home, Cisne, Illinois.

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    1. jennifer eckleberry / February 16, 2022 at 11:28 am

      John was always so nice. Always had a smile on his face for me whether it was running into him at the post office or when he came in to pay his utility bill. He had such a wonderful outlook on life that he always made you happy to see him. Prayers to Pam and the family. Jennifer Eckleberry

    2. Wendy Hamende / February 16, 2022 at 12:48 pm

      All of us here at samdale lake will miss John more than you know.. We called him number one cause he was 1 of the 1st visitors that came to the park.. We are very sad but he is in heaven now fishing . IOur prayers are with you Pam, if you need anything don’t hesitate to reach out.

      Brian and Wendy H

    3. Diane / February 16, 2022 at 3:09 pm

      Pam, We are so sorry to hear of John’s passing. Praying for you at this difficult time. Love, Diane & Eddie

    4. Paul & Margaret Scarbrough / February 16, 2022 at 7:06 pm

      Worked at Barnards farm with John & Pam both….If You couldn’t find Todd and or needed help with anything John would say ” I’m sure I’m not the best one or the smartest one to be asking about this BUT I’ll find out what I can and let you know Or Sure I’ll go help Ya & if we get it wrong ……Just tell Todd I helped Ya with it…….”
      Wonderful Guy to be around & work with …..
      And Pam was usually the same way!

      Prayers for You Pam & the Family

    5. Margaret Scarbrough / February 16, 2022 at 11:06 pm

      I remember when I first met John and Pam , I was really young and young Mother they took both of my children at that time under their wings and showed them so much love. Now if I did something that didn’t look right John and Pam would tell me now you should do this, as a young Mother I loved their advice, John always had a smile on his face no matter what was going on, he always gave me a hug and told me to be good. Him and Pam was always good to me and helped me out when I needed help. I grew to love both of them. Pam I am so very sorry to see this about John.

    6. Laurie L Wheeler / February 18, 2022 at 8:50 pm

      John will surely be missed. If he loved you, he let you know it. He had your back. To me, he loved living a simple life and was not looking for something grander. That gave him a sense of peace I think. I’ll remember his big laugh. I am grateful for Pam loving and caring for him. He sure loved you, Pam. He knew he was a handful.
      Laurie Wheeler (sister-in-law).

    7. Larry Wheeler / February 19, 2022 at 11:25 am

      John treated anyone he met as a friend. Always tried his best to help anyone in a jam. I want to thank all here for all the kind, heartfelt, posts.

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