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Ret. Major George Warren Wheelock December 22, 1963 - July 11, 2017

Barnes Family Funerals - Ret. Major George Warren Wheelock

Major George Warren Wheelock, 53, currently of Chadwick, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2017. Major Wheelock was a 24 ½ year veteran of the United States Army. At age 17, while in high school, he enlisted in the Wisconsin Army National Guard Infantry. After graduation from college, he served as a Regular Army Infantry Officer until his retirement in 2006. Major Wheelock served in a variety of Infantry assignments as a Rifleman, Grenadier, Machine Gunner, Team Leader, Squad Leader, Platoon Leader, Executive Officer, Company Commander, and Battalion Commander twice, and was selected for Lieutenant Colonel. He also served in a variety of Infantry staff and command assignments, culminating as a Brigade Operations Officer, S3.His Professional Military Education included One Station Unit Training, Airborne School, The Infantry Officer’s basic course, Jumpmaster School, Pathfinder School, The Long Range Surveillance Leader’s Course, The Infantry Officer’s Advanced Course, Combat Lifesaver Training, Air Assault School, The Marine Corps Amphibious Warfare School, and The Combined Arms Staff School. His Civilian Education included graduation from Taylor High School, Taylor, WI, A bachelor’s of science degree from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, and a Master’s of Science degree from Troy University. He received numerous awards and decorations but is most proud of his Master Parachutist Badge, as well as his German and Australian Parachute badges. He was first married to the late Holly Mattke (of Sparta, WI) Wheelock, with whom he had Matthew and Faith Wheelock. Holly died in 1998. He later was married to Lisa (Lindley) Wheelock whose son, Sydney Guardiola, became part of his family. He was preceded in death by parents Warren and Marie Hanson Wheelock. He is survived by sister Diane (Stan) Hauser of Onalaska, WI, sister Donna (Kenny) Christensen of Branson, MO; nieces Ruth (Aaron) Hauser Eltrich, of Maquoketa, Iowa (children Abigail and Greyson), Leah Riutzel, and Rachel Riutzel (fiance, Nathan Cleary, children Brady, Sawyer, and Nathan) of Branson, MO, and nephew Luke Riutzel, wife Christine, of Branson, MO, Mark and Barb Mattke and nephew Dalton Mattke of Sparta, WI, as well as a great niece and numerous great nephews. He was a member of the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Disabled American Veterans. His interests included making up for lost time with his family, riding and restoring antique motorcycles, marksmanship, history, reading and writing, the Green Bay Packers, and chocolate. He really came to love Chadwick, especially the Chadwick Fire Department whom he asks donations for in lieu of flowers. Funeral services for Ret. Major George Wheelock will be 1:00 P.M. Friday, July 14, 2017 in Barnes Family Funeral Home, Ozark with Pastor Mark Wright officiating. Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday evening in the funeral home. Online condolences may be shared at www.barnesfamilyfunerals.com.

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    Ruth Eltrich says
    July 12, 2017 at 5:16 pm

    I wish I could be there with you all to share the tears, hear the funny stories and re-live the memories of my Uncle George. I remember thinking Uncle George was the coolest uncle ever. He drove that great blue Camaro, jumped out of airplanes and played with my cousins and me. I have so many fond memories of the time I spent with him and I will forever see him as a young vibrant man in the prime of life. Even though I cannot be with you all during this difficult time I am praying for your peace and comfort.

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    Mark Follett says
    July 12, 2017 at 6:01 pm

    Proud to have served with George, he will be missed greatly by many people who’s life has been touched by him.

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    LTC(Ret) Tom Hansinger says
    July 12, 2017 at 6:28 pm

    George,
    It was an honor to know you, call you a friend, serve our country as brothers in arms, and to share our love of motorcycles and Harley-Davidson. We had great times riding our steel steeds with our brother, Terry Rausch, and enjoying the beauty and wonderful gifts this country has to offer. So fortunate and blessed to have spent last Veterans day weekend with you in Missouri. I know St. Michael the Archangel, as patron saint of airborne soldiers escorted you through the pearly gates. I will miss you, but also look forward to our reunion when it’s my time to join you in that wonderful place in the house of the Lord. Farewell for now until we meet and ride again!
    Tom

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    Tanya Victor says
    July 12, 2017 at 10:52 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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    Dr Elise Crain says
    July 13, 2017 at 8:11 am

    One of George’s volunteer opportunities was as an election judge. I worked alongside him one election. It was a great day! I appreciated his willingness to be a part of his adopted-home area of Chadwick. He is one of those people who touches your heart in a warm way. I am glad to have been on one his life’s paths.

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    Diane Hursh says
    July 13, 2017 at 10:30 am

    My sincere condolences to The Wheelock Family
    Prayers for peace and comfort for all of George’s family. – Diane Hursh

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    Ted Rausch says
    July 13, 2017 at 12:31 pm

    Wheels it was my pleasure to ride with you.

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    Rob & Theresa Elvaker says
    July 14, 2017 at 12:38 pm

    We went to school with George. Even at that time we all knew George’s love for the military. When we read his accomplishments we are so proud of the man he became and so appreciative of his service to our country. Looking back he was mature beyond his years in school.
    We bought his dads tractor at their family auction here in Wisconsin and we named it warren. I can’t remember why, but after the auction George called our house and I told him we call the tractor warren, he got choked up.

    We wish you had more years george.
    Thank you again for your service to our country. It was great knowing you.

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    Debra Schyvinck says
    July 16, 2017 at 9:42 pm

    I am so sorry to learn ofGeorge’s passing. Prayers to you Donna and his family. He’s home!!

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    Cheryl Olson says
    July 17, 2017 at 11:21 am

    I was very sadden to hear of George’s passing. He was a high school buddy to my husband, Craig Olson. I first met George at my wedding. George was one of the singer at our ceremony, he had a beautiful voice. I know George was a true christian and we plan to see him again.

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    Terry Rausch says
    July 25, 2017 at 4:45 pm

    My dear friend George, you were a blessing to so many. We had great times riding around the country on our motorcycles; a joy that I owe to you for introducing me to the Muth’s so many years ago. You were a great friend and a great father. Thank you so much for being a part of my life. Sincerely, Terry

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    COL (ret) Robert Rudolph says
    October 19, 2017 at 6:08 pm

    George was a good friend, brother, leader, and soldier. He had a big heart and was highly respected. He will be sorely missed. C Co., 1-5 Inf.

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