Wayne Collins, Charlottetown, PEI

I had the wonderful privilege of working alongside Dave at CJOX, Grand Bank and CJCN, Grand Falls back in the sixties. He was a consumate professional and helpful colleague. My sincere sympathies to all his family members.

Vanessa Pike

My heartfelt condolences go to you, Barb, and your sons and family. I learned a great deal from Dave while we worked together at VOCM - things that served me well, even beyond broadcasting. I remember him fondly and miss him sadly. May peace be with you all.

Vanessa Pike
Bruderheim, Alberta

Tim Chalker

My sincere condolences.
I was very saddened to hear about my old friend's passing. While we havent seen much of each other in the past few years . I have fond memories of our chats about the "band days'.
I will miss him,
Tim Chalker

The Masters Family

Barb & Family,

We are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Please accept our
sincere condolences. Please know he is at peace and in a better
place, where, please God, we will all meet again.

Ted Gardner, Quispamsis. NB

To Barb and Family. I was very sorry to hear of Dave's Passing.
Apart from working with Dave at CJON, we were also friends who as kids played together . I also remember fondly his dear Mom and Dad. I guess I will always remember Dave doing the "Letters to Santa" at CJON, and how much he enjoyed it.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this most difficult time.

Stephen Melamed

To the Wheeler family, my condolences on Dave's passing. While I had some dealings with Dave at VOCM when I was Director of Water Safety with the Canadian Red Cross, he and I were school friends and have known one another for a long time. He was well liked and known in the community. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

Shelley (Penney) Andrews

To Dave's family,

I worked with Dave at VOCM and I will remember him with great fondness. Dave was a very generous soul. He could always be counted on. He gave me many rides home from work in his LADA when I lived on St. Laurent Street in St. John's. His stories were memorable. He always talked very fondly about his boys and the music/broadcasting business. Dave ...you were one of the greats and I will cherish the times we worked together. Fly with the angels my friend.

Rosemary Ash

Sincere sympathy on the loss of your dear David. Your loving family will all miss his pleasant nature and I'm sure many happy memories will be shared. Our condolences.
Rosemary and Gordon

Roseanne MacDonald (Bulger)

Barb and family - Dave was aa very special cousin to all of us. His memory will live on. Roseanne, Alex and family, Kitchener, Ontario.

Randell Porter & Marilyn McLean

Hi Barb,
It was with great shock & sadness we learned of Dave's passing .I have so many pleasant memories of him ; visits to your home & walks to the ocean & chats about anything you might want to mention to him. As we all know he had a great gift of the gab !!Some of my fondest memories were visits to his prided basement !
It's been a long time since I talked to him last but since we opened the store on Water St our lives have become incredibly busy . I wish I had known he was in the hospital . It would have been easier to get there for a few minutes since it was so much closer . Sadly that opportunity has passed .Suffice to say I was very very fond of him & it makes me very sad to know that he is gone .
Marilyn & I hope that you & your family will recover quickly from this loss & that your hurt & sorrow will fade quickly.
God bless
Randell & Marilyn

Randell Porter & Marilyn McLean

Hi Barb,
It was with great shock & sadness we learned of Dave's passing .I have so many pleasant memories of him ; visits to your home & walks to the ocean & chats about anything you might want to mention to him. As we all know he had a great gift of the gab !!Some of my fondest memories were visits to his prided basement !
It's been a long time since I talked to him last but since we opened the store on Water St our lives have become incredibly busy . I wish I had known he was in the hospital . It would have been easier to get there for a few minutes since it was so much closer . Sadly that opportunity has passed .Suffice to say I was very very fond of him & it makes me very sad to know that he is gone .
Marilyn & I hope that you & your family will recover quickly from this loss & that your hurt & sorrow will fade quickly.
God bless
Randell & Marilyn

Philip Bulger, Odette and Matthew - Gatineau, Quebec

Dear Barbara my thought and prayers are for you and the boys words can't express how I feel David will live forever in our memories

Philip Bulger, Odette and Matthew - Gatineau, Quebec

I was sad to hear of David's passing I have very found memories of David when I was young and I liked to visit him when I went home on holidays. He was like a third brother to me I will miss him.

Peter Griffin

My condolences to Barbara, family and friends on the passing of a great and cheerful soul, Dave Wheeler, my long ago friend in Gander, who I had the privilege of making music with all those years ago. Dave never failed to give to his many friends the ultimate gift, the gift of laughter.

Perry Grimes

A long time ago we learned how to play rock n roll together I will not forget him.

Peggy and Gerald Ruby and family

Barb and family,


You and the boys are in my thoughts. I was so sorry to hear of Dave's passing and.I hope all the happy memories you hold in your hearts help you through this difficult time.

Paul Thorburn & family

I have great memories of Dave on our family visits from Corner Brook to St. John's many summers ago. Condolences to Barb and family on your untimely loss. He will be missed by all of us.

Neil Bishop

So sorry to hear about Dave. We were buddies in Gander in the old band days and I remember vividly the Fender Stratocaster he played -- one of the first in Gander. Although we hadn't kept in touch I have fond memories of a great guy.

Maureen Dunne, Casey and Jack Thorburn

Our thoughts are with you now and as you travel through these difficult times.

Mary Lou. Manning District Drugs Ltd. Torbay

Sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Wheeler. Please accept my condolences.

Mack Barfoot

I had the honor of working with Dave for many years and it was always a pleasure to spend time together when we crossed paths. David was a Giant voice and Personality in the industry and I will miss Him. My Condolances to Barbara and the Family.
..Be at Peace with God old Friend Sincerely Mack Barfoot

Linda Swain

I am devestated to hear of the passing of a dear friend, colleague and mentor. Dave was an extraordinary broadcaster, and taught me a lot over the years. He also loved Newfoundland and Newfoundland history and we often spent many hours discussing issues from the past. I will treasure the books and items he gave me. He will be sadly missed and dearly remembered.

Ken Wheeler

Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Kelly Martin

Mrs. Wheeler, Chris, Glenn & Michael please accept my condolences for your loss. I have many good memories of Dave over the years. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Kelly Martin & Family

Kelly Doiron

I know I am late sending this but I do want to send the family my heartfelt sadness at your loss. I spent many years working with "Wheels" and he taught me so much over the course of that time. He was kind, giving and very easy going. I will miss him as I know the rest of the broadcast world will miss him. He is a great loss.
Kelly Doiron
Fort St. John, BC

Karen Parmiter, Canmore, Alberta

At VOCM we call called Dave "Wheels"; I still don't know why but it seemed to be appropriate. Everybody liked Wheels. He was a kind-hearted, wonderful human being. For years after he semi-retired, Dave still did voice-overs for a number of clients of mine; "soft-sell" was one of his specialities. I also recall chatty, sunny visits with him and his family at his home in Torbay.

John and Joan Fisher (nee Thorburn), Ottawa

Dear Barb, Glenn, Chris, Michael, and Mrs. Rolls,
Our sincere sympathies at this sad time with both my Mom and my cousin, David passing away in the same week. I have wonderful memories of David - his wonderful, always present smile, his sense of humour, his golden voice, and his love for music. He let me tag after him constantly as a teenager visiting in Gander, playing the guitar for me, taking me everywhere. He was my hero. He was always so brave, and so kind and considerate. He will truly be missed.

Jean andGordon Smith

Dear Barbara,Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the boys during this difficult time.Take care and God Bless...

Jeannie and Smitty

James McGrath

To the wheeler family.....I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Dave was an excellent broadcaster and entertainer on the radio. As a young boy and teenager, I grew up listerning to VOCM always being on in the background. Dave was always their doing what he did best - chatting up a storm in between songs, commercials and newscasts. He was a pleasure to listen to and was a master of music and entertaining the listener. His voice was very distinguishable and always caught my ear. Dave will be missed. He touched the hearts of many Newfoundlanders and Labradorians. Take care!

Ivan and Elizabeth (Dolly) LeDrew

To Barbara and family and Daphne,

Please accept our coldences on the unexpected passing of Dave. Being in Florida we were kept informed on his medical condition by your good friends, Don and Shirley. Dave will now have the pleasure of performing his Elvis renditions to a new and lasting audience. We wish you and yours peace and courage during this sad time.

Ian Wheeler

Barb, Chris, Michael and Glenn,

I was so saddened to hear of Dave's passing, I know he had experienced many challanges with his health for some time. I am currently out of the country, but if all goes well I should be home late Sunday night. Will try to see you all at the service on Mon. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.

With Many Fond Memories,

Ian

hazel, Larry and Christine Schultz

Remembering David and his fabulous sense of humour, sitting in the living room and listening to him tell wonderful stories of Newfoundland , his kindness, generosity and great smile. We were lucky to have known him. We are thinking of you all.

Gertie Roche

Barb ,
So sorry to hear about Dave my thoughts and prayers are with you

Gertie

Gerard McCarthy

To Barbara & family
Growing up in Gander, being the same age & attending the same schools I was saddened to learn of your loss of husband & father Dave. May you always have those memories to cherish & comfort you at this time. My thoughts are with you at this time. Sincerest of condolences.
Gerard

Geoff Tooton

To Barb and family,

I have fond memories of working with Dave in Grand Falls and visiting you and babysitting in Bishops Falls.

Please accept my condolences.

Kindest regards,
Geoff

Doug & Estella Lilly

Barb:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.

Doug & Estella Lilly

Barb:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.

Craig Albert

I worked with Dave at CJON almost 40 years ago and I am very saddened by his passing. We got along very well, even though I was there for a relatively short time before returning to Ontario. We had a nice conversation many years later and reminisced about the good old days including Santa Claus etc. And what a voice! My sincere condolences go out to the entire family.

corey bolger

really sorry to hear about your loss i have fond memories of dave and the whole family.My prayers and toughs are with your family. God bless u.

Claudette Barnes

Dave told a lot of fascinating stories around the station when we worked together years ago. He will be fondly remembered.

Chris Steeves & family

To Barb and family, he was a great friend and co-worker, I'm so sorry for your loss. Wish i was closer so i could be there with you. I take comfort in the memories of the fun and laughter we shared.
"Grog"

Chris and Leesa Steeves

Barb, Chris, Michael and Glenn,
Chris and I were so shocked by the news of Dave's passing. We have so many wonderful memories of the time we have spent together. We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincerest condolences.

Carter Laing

I worked with Dave in 1977, I am sorry to hear of his passing. I deeply express my sympathy

Carolyn, Edward, and William Lawrence

Dear Wheeler family, I cannot tell you how shocked and saddened we were to learn of David's passing. Many fond and happy memories surface for me as I remember the times we all spent together as I was growing up. I was always so struck by David's zest and love of life. I will always remember him for his wonderful and generous personality, and for the wonderful, true and enduring friendship to my father....friendships like that do not come along everyday. I am so thankful they experienced that together.

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Carol Bemister

Sending a gentle hug your way,
To comfort you,
And to let you know
that you’re on my mind and in my heart today and always .... Dave was a lovely man and will be missed by all who knew him .

Carl Lake

I worked with Dave at CJON. When I first entered broadcasting Dave was so willing to help. He was a great friend and a coach. Daves contributions to the media will never be forgotten by those of us who worked with him. A man with a golden velvet voice. Life is so much better for having met and known Dave.

Carl Lake

I worked with Dave at CJON. When I first entered broadcasting Dave was so willing to help. He was a great friend and a coach. Daves contributions to the media will never be forgotten by those of us who worked with him. A man with a golden velvet voice. Life is so much better for having met and known Dave.

Brian Goff

So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. As a career broadcaster I always appreciated Dave's talent and his ability to connect with his audience. A rare gift. He will be missed!

Bonnie Petten

To the family of Dave Wheeler (affectionately known as "Wheels"), I worked at VOCM for 8 years while Dave was there and was saddened to hear of his passing. I hope your memories of all the times you shared together give you comfort in the days ahead.

Bob and Bernice Ripson

So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Although we did not have a lot of time with Dave, he left a lasting impression on us. Our thoughts are with you, Barbara and we look forward to seeing you soon.

Betty Bulger Jr. Kitchener Ontario

To my cousins family wife and children... was very sorry to hear about dave passing away.. i often visited aunt marys on mayor avenue in my younger days and really was so proud to hear my cousin on radio as abroadcaster for vocm.. time sure passes by and we wonder why god took away somebody so young... its sad... live in the special memories of dave and he will always be with you special and sincerest condolences to all the extended family barb and aunt nan gladney and all daves cousins may his soul rest in eternal peace betty jr, kit ont

Betty and Bert Elliott

Barb, we are very sorry to hear about Dave. Bert and I have good memories of you and Dave when you were in Botwood and Grand Falls. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Austin Elliott

Sad to hear of Dave's passing. I knew him from Grand Falls and, coincidentaly, I borrowed his rifle the last time I went moose hunting. That was many years ago. Really nice guy.
I don't know if my brother Bert knows of Dave's passing but they were friends as well in Grand Falls and I pass along his condolences.

Back to listing of all funeral notices.