Albert Ray Wheeler

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Visitation Schedule
Roller Coffman Funeral Home
923 Hwy 65 N
Marshall, AR  72650
Friday, August 5, 2016
6:00 till 8:00 PM
Service Schedule
Roller Coffman
923 Hwy. 65 North
Marshall, AR  72650
Saturday, August 6, 2016
10:00 AM
Cemetery
Eastlawn Cemetery
Hwy 27 N
Marshall, AR  72650
I served in the Army.
Albert Ray WheelerI am a Veteran.

of Springdale, AR

January 23, 1923 - August 3, 2016

Albert Ray Wheeler age 93 of Springdale, Arkansas passed from this life on Wednesday, August 3rd, 2016. He was born in Western Grove, Arkansas on January 23rd, 1923 to Darrell and Orpha Wheeler.

He served on the boards of Christian Churches as deacon and elder at Gilbert, Marshall, and Harrison for many years. He attended services until his declining health prevented it. He enjoyed talking to people about their faith and love of God. Ray was a veteran of World War II, serving in the South Pacific as a Staff-Sergeant in the anti-aircraft 389th Battalion for 3 years. He gathered stories that he told and re-told that his children and grand-children enjoyed for a life time. For 74 ½ years he was married to the love of his life, Illa Gene Dennis, and they spent the years side by side and hand in hand, having a love that most couples only dream of having.
They had 3 children who farther enriched his life. The families are Susan (Bill) Seeger of Springdale, Arkansas, Danny Wheeler of Marshall, Arkansas, and Billy (Kim) Wheeler of Rogers, Arkansas, 9 wonderful grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren. His love for his family and the times they shared together will be a legacy passed on for generations to come. A natural born salesman, he spent his entire life working and providing for his family. The worked in real estate sales for over 60 years as a realtor/manager, traveling to several parts of Mexico, Hawaii, the Bahamas, Cancun, cruises, and various states, winning many honors. He was never too shy to give an opinion, and was always eager to give advice. He also enjoyed farming, but most of all his family. His prayers, stories and grateful heart will be sorely missed.

He is preceded in death by his parents and twin granddaughters.

He is survived by his wife, daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Bill Seegar, son Danny, son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Kim Wheeler, sister and brother-in-law, Faye and Danny Harlow of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, brother and sister-in-law, Roy and Elnore Wheeler of Amarillo, Texas, 9 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

Visitation for Ray will be 6-8 PM Friday, August 5th, 2016 at Roller Coffman Funeral Home in Marshall, Arkansas. A funeral service celebrating Ray's life will be 10:00 AM Saturday, August 6th, 2016 in the Chapel with Bro. Bill Wheeler officiating. Burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Sam Seeger, Wiley Seeger, Josh Wheeler, Blake Showalter, Britton Wheeler and Tyler Wheeler. Honorary pallbearers will be Ryan Lee, Chris Leis, Joe Carl Sullivan and Trey Pruitt.

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Judy Jolley
Greenbrier,
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Friday, August 12, 2016

I just learned about your father's death. My heart goes out to all of you. Saying good-bye for a final time is very hard, but one day we will rejoice with renewed hellos!

Linda Passmore
North Little Rock, AR
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Wednesday, August 10, 2016

I loved talking with him, he always had a funny story to tell. I know he will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Holly
Marshall, AR
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Friday, August 5, 2016

I'm sorry your loss. Bet he's getting the best real estate set up for everyone. With a cup of coffee ready & waiting. Bless his heart. He will be missed.

Dale and Dian King
Marshall, AR
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Friday, August 5, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Brenda Lewis
Timbo, AR
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Thursday, August 4, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Ray was a leader and friend to all who knew him. I pray our God will give all of you strength during this difficult time.

yvonne kimbrell
marshall, AR
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Thursday, August 4, 2016

I am so very sorry to hear this. he was a really good man and glad to of know him. I am not in town and sorry I will miss visitation. love to all,yvonne