Alan D. Wheeler, Jr., age 72, is survived by his wife, Martha (Wheetley) Wheeler, two children, Misty Johnson, Chad Johnson and his wife Amanda, and two grandchildren, Evan and Macie Johnson, his mother Harriette Wheeler and sister Karen Wheeler and partner, Tom Overly. Sister-in-Laws Linda Strode and Jean Wheetley, Brother-in-Law Larry Wheetley and wife Ethel. Numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father Alan D Wheeler, Sr., in-laws Neoma and Gerald Wheetley, Jerry and Victor Wheetley
Alan served 13 years as an Air Force C-130 pilot and was a Pilot Instructor with the C-130 ATS for 31 years. He had a passion for learning and teaching.
In lieu of flowers, the Wheeler family requests that memorial donations be made to the CARTI Foundation. Gifts can be made online at CARTI.com or by mailing a check to: CARTI Foundation, PO Box 55011, Little Rock, Arkansas 72215.
Donations can also be made to The Gentiva Foundation at https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/GentivaFoundation/GHS.html or by mailing at check to: Gentiva Foundation, 3350 Riverwood Parkway, Suite 1400, Atlanta GA 30339.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
16 Comments
Wishing you strength and peace during this challenging time.
Thank you!
Alan will always be young, handsome, charismatic and smiling in my mind and my heart. Some of our happiest memories are during those days when you were dating and so were we… Moonlight Madness, boating, camping, enjoying life to the fullest! Before we knew it we were married! This life journey has been a long, fulfilling adventure for you both. I know your hearts are broken, but we are all grateful for the time spent together and our wonderful memories. May the warmth of those memories and the love of friends comfort you, and May God strengthen you with His grace.
We ha some wonderful times!
Praying for strength and comfort for all of you. Didn’t know Al well but he was always upbeat while taking his treatments at Carti. A very nice person and I will miss seeing him.
Thank you! We both remembered those days fondly.
Martha, I can’t imagine the loss in your heart. Just know we are praying for you and the rest of the family.
Thank you!
Rest in Peace Alan
Thank you!
Al was an excellent pilot and a good comrade. We met several years ago in the 61 TAS. I always enjoyed his coolness, deep voice and the respect he had for us “loadies!” Rest in peace Al and fly high!
Respectful,
Zig
Thank you!
Clear skies and fair winds, Godspeed Al. To Martha and the rest of the family; May God grant you peace and comfort now and in the days to come.
Thank you!
Martha, you and your extended family remain in our prayers. May you find peace and comfort in the many memories. Al was such a great guy, a great friend, and always there to help with a smile. It was an honor to be part of your wedding, and so many good memories. He will be missed.
Thank you Scott! We had some great times boating on the lake and river.
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