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Kevin J. Wheeler Obituary

Kevin J. Wheeler, Age 52, Beloved Grandson, Son, Brother, and Uncle passed away on Oct.9th, 2013 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Kevin graduated from Mitchell High School in 1979. After High School he opened his own concrete and landscaping business. This year he was voted best landscaper of the year in Colorado Springs.

Kevin is survived by his grandma, Tillie Hammond, mother, Marlene Schoon, sister and brother- in- law Kari and Greg Davis, and his niece Casi Calu.

He is preceded in death by his father, Max J. Wheeler.

Kevin worked hard and played hard. He was an avid golfer and loved the outdoors. Kevin will be remembered for his humor, kindness, and his gentle spirit. He served as a mentor, and friend to everyone he came in contact with.

A memorial service will be held Thurs. Oct. 24th at 10:30am at the First United Methodist Church, 420 North Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903. Reception immediately following the service at the church.

A memorial fund has been set up for Kevin Wheeler in his sister's name, Kari Davis, at ENT Federal Credit Union.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette from Oct. 19 to Oct. 20, 2013.

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Kim Lazor

November 14, 2013

So sorry to hear this. Rest in peace.

Marilyn Matthies

November 8, 2013

We met on the Salida golf course. Hmmmm, figures. He was a tremendous man. Funny, loved life and would do anything for anybody. I will miss him. My prayers go out to the family.

Carter Luther

October 24, 2013

If more people in this world were like Kevin, our world would be a better place.
Thanks for being my friend.

Greg Becco

October 24, 2013

Kevin was a great guy! We will miss him!

Kelley Brady

October 22, 2013

Kevin will be greatly missed by all. He was a friend and a cleint of ours. Hope for peace and healing to all the family
Brady's Rent All Kelley & Karen Brady

mark bush

October 21, 2013

God bless you Kevin may the roads of heven be lined with gold for a nice walk with jesus. We will meet again some day.

Yvonne South

October 21, 2013

Kevin was very "Special" to so many. His smile, laugh, and gentleness had a way of lifting spirits. God didn't make many like Kevin. This is a great loss to us who knew and loved him.

Yvonne Francois South

KATHY BAKER

October 21, 2013

COLORS FADE, FRIENDS SHED TEARS. WE HAVE ALL DISCOVERED OUR WORST OF FEARS. HERE ONE MIN, AND GONE THE NEXT. NO MORE PHONE CALLS NO MORE TEXTS. YOU WERE A CLOSE FRIEND, A LOVED ONE, AND SO MUCH MORE. YOU HAVE OPENED OUR EYES, AND OPENED THE DOOR. WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU, WE WILL MISS YOU FOREVER. YOU WILL BE WITH US IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER. COLORS FADE, FRIENDS SHED TEARS. WE ARE NO LONGER AFRAID OF OUR FEARS....... WE LOVE YOU KEVIN......KATHY WAYNE & LONNY

Kurt Karney

October 20, 2013

I will rememeber Kevin and his sense of humer, smile on his face and a genuine good person....You will be missed.

Alfred Kreps

October 20, 2013

To Kevin's family; May God's peace and love be with you in your loss and sorrow. It was always a joy to visit with Kevin. Kevin was both a client and our landscaper. Thank you Kevin. You will be missed.

October 20, 2013

What a great photo of you. That's how I will always remember you with a great smile and knowing you how much you loved playing golf. You will be missed. Love Annie

Suze Thompson

October 20, 2013

I will always remember kevin as a very gentle, kind and generous man. Was so sad to hear of his passing. So very sorry for your tremendous loss.

Linda Lazor

October 19, 2013

My neighbor,friend, and someone to loved laugh with.. Kevin you will never be forgotten. I miss you dearly... My heart goes out to your family. Love forever, Lind and RaeAnne Lazor

Karen Gale

October 19, 2013

Kevin is an incredibly nice person! I will miss him!

Sue Bush

October 19, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 19, 2013

I had the opportunity to coach Kevin in basketball during his ninth grade. We were fortunate to win the city championship, due in no small part to Kevin's determination and defensive skills. He will be missed by many of us.
Darrell Higman

Chris Higman

October 19, 2013

I was just shocked to hear of Kevin's passing.....One of my dearest childhood friends, and one of the kindest, decent people I've ever known has left.....I'll have many memories of you, the laughter, the fun, and some of the most amazing experiences.......I'm sorry we went different ways during high school, and didn't reconnect later.....You will be sorely missed, Rest in Peace my friend.

Chris Higman

October 19, 2013

My dear friend I am so sorry to hear of your passing.....I have so many fond memories of our elementary, and junior high days.......laughter abounds, and the time spent hanging out together. Though our paths separated, I have thought many times about you, wondering where life had taken you. I'm so sad that I will never get to hear your laughter again, experience your sense of humor, or your humble nature. God Bless and you will be missed.

Larry Folks

October 19, 2013

What a great picture of Kevin, with that smile and a "too funny" comment to go with it. My sympathies and heartfelt wishes to all the family.

Becky Berwick

October 18, 2013

Please accept my deepest sympathy. I'm am so very sorry for your loss . I will miss Kevin forever, he was a dear friend to me and my boys. My heart is with you and your family at this difficult time and Please know I'm here for you if you need anything. With deepest Sympathy, Becky Berwick

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