Tommy Wheeldon
July 20, 2019
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Tommy L. Wheeldon, 73, passed away on July 20, 2019 after finding out he was fighting lung cancer. He was born December 15, 1945 in Des Moines to Herb and Elsie (Anthony) Wheeldon.
Tommy was a proud graduate of East High School. He attended Grandview College and graduated from Marycrest College. He was great in all sports and played baseball for the Bombers and for the RAOC Army National Guard.
Tommy was a Command Sergeant Major in the Army National Guard for 24 years and worked at US West and Qwest as a Supervisor. He was a member of the Elks #98 in Pleasant Hill and Montezuma American Legion.
He is survived by his wife, Helen; daughter, Heather (Craig) of Minnesota; brother, Wayne (Marty) of Arizona; brothers-in-law, Skip of Altoona and Ralph (Ricky) of Carlisle; grandchildren, Chase, Cole and Tyler; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his son, Shane; sister, Sue; and his parents.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 – 11:00 am on Friday, July 26, 2019 at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines with interment to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Mike Gardner
08/17/2019
Helen. Just heard the sad news. Served with tommy for several years in RAOC and made several trips to Germany with him. Cant even begin to tell you how crazy we were. He was a great friend and the best nco I knew. God bless
Steven Bell
07/29/2019
Sad to hear of Toms passing. He was a great guy with a wonderful personality and a joy to be around! My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Gary Stull
07/25/2019
A great loss, enjoyed Tom as a boss for a few years at 130 College.
Good times when Tom and Al Lewis came out to Wyoming snowmobiling from my cabin in the Medicine Bow area.
So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers from Wyoming.
Jason Garnatz
07/24/2019
Helen and family,
I was stunned to hear of Tom's passing Monday night at the Elks. Please know of my prayers.
Ron And Cheryl Reichenbacker
07/24/2019
To Helen and Family,
Know you will all be in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days. You all have so many wonderful memories to carry you thru.
We are so thankful we were able to get one more visit and way to many laughs rehashing our escapades of the past when we were back in June.
Proud and honored to be able to call Tommy a lifelong friend. He was a blessing to everyone who was lucky enough to have known him.
Ron and Cheryl Reichenbacker
Ray Smajd
07/23/2019
Tom was my supervisor at Northwestern Bell 1978-80s. Great boss, never had a better one. Working for Tom was fun and we did a ton of orders in those days. Condolences to Helen and family and friends.
Larry Woodworth
07/23/2019
I am sorry for your loss, Tommy will be missed by all that knew him.
Mike & Marchelle Goodman
07/23/2019
Helen,
Please know that our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. You are in our prayers to find strength that will lead you to peace. Tommy is now free from all that ailed him on earth. He will always be with us in our memories and a guardian angel to your family. We are always here for you, just down the road. Our deepest sympathies to you.
Larry Young
07/23/2019
Sorry for your families loss. From E. Walnut St, Woodrow Wilson, East High School, Grandview College, back to East High School watching our kids participate in sports and work related encounters Tom and I never lost contact, even working together the last couple of years before I retired. He was always the cool guy! His personality meshed with everyone and never met a stranger. Remember the past and cherish your memories. I will if Tom,
Patricia Negrete
07/23/2019
Tommy had a magnetic personality with a smile that lit up the Universe. We loved him and will miss him. Helen, your relationship with Tom transcends this terrible loss. It was obvious to everyone that he loved you with every breath that he took. May your memories sustain you during this difficult time. We love you and are here for you and your family. Our thoughts are with you. Tom and Patricia Negrete.
bill thomson
07/23/2019
tom and i had a lot of fun in high school and college, even lived togetherbefore we finally settled down.i haven't seen him too much in the last few years but it was always fun to renew old memories.he will be missed by a lot of people.rest in peace tom
Bonnie Long
07/23/2019
I worked with Tom at the phone company. We worked out of Meredith garage together. Always enjoyed visiting with him. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Pam Prohaska
07/23/2019
So sorry for your loss. Worked with Tom during the US West years. Tom was a great guy with a wonderful smile. He will be missed.
Becky Velez SFC (Ret)
07/22/2019
Rest In Peace Tommy. It was an honor serving with you.
Barb Stripe
07/22/2019
Helen, know I have thought of you guys often and remembering some of the great times we have had. My heart is heavy thinking of you during this very difficult time. The love you two shared was one I always envied. Know that I am thinking of you and send my love.