Theodore C. Wheeler, 84, passed away at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank July 15 while surrounded by his family.
He was born in Hoquiam, Washington to the late Laroy and Elizabeth (Johnston) Wheeler and had lived in Little Silver for 43 years before moving to Shady Oaks in 2013.
Ted worked as a technical writer for over 40 years before retiring. He worked for various companies such as Bell Labs and AT&T. He also proudly served our country in the Army during the Korean War era.
He is predeceased by his parents and his brother Carl Westling.
Surviving is his wife of over 50 years, Madeline (Simone) Wheeler; three children and their spouses: Robert and Lisa Wheeler of Oceanport, Alexandra and Jon Everett of Rumson and Ted and Laurie Wheeler of Atlantic Highlands; brothers and sisters-in-law: Jim and Dorothy Westling, Pat Westling and Larry Westling.
Also surviving are his six beloved grandchildren: Violet, Charlotte, Libby, Hugh, Olivia and Emily.
A Memorial Gathering took place July 18 at the John E. Day Funeral Home, Red Bank. A memorial Mass took place July 19 at St. James RC Church in Red Bank.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Ted’s memory to the American Heart Association.
Please visit Theodore’s memorial website at johnedayfuneralhome.com.
