Albert was born to Albert Uriah Wheeler and Nettie Sophie Snipstad, October 25, 1935, in Montevideo, MN. After graduating High School in 1954, he joined the US Air Force. Albert married Billie Yvonne Lehrer on November 3, 1962, and they lived together in Holloman AFB, NM. Together they raised three children.
He is survived by: Son, Richard (Barbara) Wheeler; Daughter, Patricia (Jim) Wheeler Kowalewski; Son, Lyle (Herb) Wheeler; Daughter, Adriane Knox. He also leaves to cherish his memory his Sister-in-Law, Mary Faye Lehrer and Grand-Daughter, Gianna Savage.
Albert was preceded in death by his loving wife Billie of 57 years, his mother and father, and his seven siblings.
Albert completed 22 years of active USAF service along with 19 years of Federal Civil service. He enjoyed family time and raising his cherished Chihuahua, Little One.
A Full Honors Military Service is scheduled for February 14, 2024, 11:00AM at Ft Sam Houston National Cemetery. A viewing will be held February 13, 2024, from 4:00-6:00PM at Sunset Memorial Park and Funeral Home. The Reverend Bill Shockley will officiate the ceremony. The family requests that donations be made to any local pet rescue organization. The family would also like to thank Tanya, Steve and Larry for being the best neighbors we could wished for our father.
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