Richard Paul Wheeler

In Loving Memory

Richard Wheeler

October 26, 1958 - April 28, 2016

Richard “Rick” Wheeler went on to his heavenly home on April 28, 2016 in Princeton, TX at the age of 57. His devotion to God and his loving family gave him peace in his last days.

Rick was born on October 26, 1958 in Tulsa, OK to Kay and Paul Wheeler. He graduated from Charles Page High School in 1977. After graduating he moved to Texas and began working for Laminator where he met and fell in love with Debbie Payne, whose name then changed to Debbie Wheeler on November 28, 1980. He later went on to work for Karlee where he built many friendships. Rick was a long time member of Faith Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. He was involved in many activities within the church including; Easter and Christmas Bible schools, was a member of the choir, and worked in the food pantry. Rick was also involved in his community; he was a board member of the Princeton City Council and on the EDC committee.

Rick is survived by his wife Debbie Wheeler, son Chris Wheeler, daughter Monica Wheeler, grandchildren Logan and Ashlynn Wheeler all of Princeton, TX, sister Terrie Maners of Rockwall, TX, brother Kevin Wheeler, mother Kay Wheeler both of Sand Springs, OK and father Paul Wheeler of Tahlequah, OK.

Viewing will be held on Tuesday May 3rd from 6-8pm and funeral Wednesday May 4th at 12:00pm both at the Faith Baptist Church of Princeton, TX. Pastor Stan Fike will officiate the service. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Rick’s life.