Obituary of Henry Wheeler

WHEELER , Henry May 23, 1927 - March 13, 2010 Henry Wheeler, much loved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, peacefully passed away at Carewest Signal Pointe on Saturday, March 13, 2010 at the age of 82 years. Henry was born near Langham, SK, and was raised on the family farm. After graduating from high school, Henry lived in various small prairie towns before moving to Calgary in the early 1950's. It was here that he met his wife, Pauline. After their marriage, he studied and became a Chartered Accountant and spent most of his professional career working for Revenue Canada. He began many life-long friendships during this time and was highly regarded for his wit and insight. Henry gave of his time generously and always put the well-being of his family first. Henry was an avid baseball fan, loved to curl and bowl and was a member of the Sons of Norway. After retiring he was an attentive grandfather and enjoyed travelling. He was predeceased by his wife, Pauline, in 1990. Henry will be lovingly remembered by his three daughters, Peggy Gorrie (Chris), Carol Wheeler, Deborah Wheeler (Al Eberle); his three grandchildren Sarah, Gillian and Andrew; his sister Pauline Speidel (John) and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) today, March 17, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Salvation Army, 420 - 9 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 0R9 (Telephone 403-410-1111, www.salvationarmy.org ) or to the Mennonite Central Committee Alberta Suite, No. 210, 2946 - 32 Street N.E., Calgary, Alberta T1Y 6J7 (Phone 403-275-6935, https:// donate.mcc.org/ ). Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com . The family wishes to thank the staff at Signal Pointe and Bethany Care Centre for their care of Dad. In living memory of Henry Wheeler, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH. Telephone: 403-276-2296.