Don Wheeler, a resident of Zephyrhills since 1986, passed away on May 11, 2017 at his residence.Don was born in Springfield, Tenn. on March 7, 1945, the son of Clem and Mamie (Rager) Wheeler. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Larry D. Wheeler and his sister, Mary Wheeler Burton.Don is survived by his wife of 30 years, Patricia A. Pruitt Wheeler and his children, Troy (Cathy) Wheeler (Zephyrhills), Tisha Wheeler-Harty (Pontiac, IL), Tanya (Darrell) Wheeler-Bell (Chatsworth, Il), Tad Wheeler (Thonotosassa, Fl.), Donnie Wheeler (Springfield TN), and Becky Wheeler (Springfield, TN.), his sister- in- law, Rita Nasser (Lutz), and his beloved dogs, Princess and Dutches. Don enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, Trey Houser (Fl), Thomas Wheeler(Fl), Taylor Harty (Il), Megan Wheeler (Fl), Laila Wheeler (Fl), Thalen Harty (Il), Megan Wheeler (TN) and DJ Wheeler (TN), and Anthony Green (TN). Don was very proud of his two great granddaughters, Melody and Taryn Houser (Fl).Don was owner of Zephyr Stripe n Seal, Inc., a parking lot maintenance company: in business since 1992, incorporated in 1995. He loved to work, for him working was his vacation. He loved people, all of his customers, to him were his friends. Don loved all animals, most particularly dogs; and they loved him too. Don enjoyed the outdoors and taking care of his lawn and gardens. Don was a collector of antique tractors and enjoyed all farming machinery. Memorial services will be held at Hodges Family Funeral Home in Zephyrhills, FL, on May 15, 2017 at 2:30 P.M. with a visitation beginning at 2:00 P.M. Cremation rites will be accorded and he will be laid to rest in Cedar Grove Cemetery in Elkton, KY with a private service with his family.Don will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Don made the world a special place for others.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his honor to any animal care or rescue facility of the donors choice. Funeral Service

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