Birth date: Jan 9, 1941 Death date: Nov 9, 2003
Mr. Garland Laurin Wheeler, 62 of Fayetteville, AR died peacefully November 9, 2003 in Springdale. He was born January 9, 1941 in Alachua, FL to Garland and Mary (McLaurin) Wheeler. He was an associate professor of Horticulture a Read Obituary
My postitive thoughts, and bleesings go to Mr. Wheelers family.
I can't begin to understand what it feels like to lose someone that is such and integral part of your life. A man that was a life long partner, friend, father and more to so many people. My heart and prayers are with Kenny and his family during such a difficult time. Only the passing of time can ease the pain of his passing and hopefully bring all the terrific memories with it. Much love.
It is difficult to find words to express the sadness of losing Laurin. A bigger than life bear of a man, he leaves mighty big shoes to fill! We will miss chef Laurin and his new french recipes, plant man Laurin, community activist Laurin, politically involved Laurin, the way his african violets always looked, his most special rock garden, and his stories told from one end of the table, just to name a few things. Most of all we will miss him being in the wonderfully warm and always welcoming home he shared with Libby.
Right now, our hearts ache with Libby's. We will go on remembering all those good times. Margo and Clay
You are in my heart and in my prayers.
It was good to give Kenny a hug, and a visit, tho it was too short.
love,
Patt
It certainly seems too soon, but I don't regret any time spent. I truly feel like I got the most out of every visit, every debate, every bear hug. I know that he knew we loved him... we told him at the end of each trip, each phone call. I know he respected and was proud of Kenny. They had become so much closer as men. I know he leaves a legacy of bold words and unique ideas. I will forever be reminded of him in coffee, roadside BBQ, plants, red plaid, public broadcast radio, booming male voices, and so much more. I'll miss him immensely and will continue to hold the entire family in my heart and my prayers. May peace grow out of the sorrow.
Libby,
We are so sorry for your deep loss. We know that it will be a long time before the ache begins to subside, but we want you to know we continue to hold you in our hearts and in our prayers. We are praying that the time spent in grief will be no longer than it has to be and that the days of remembering the good times will come soon and last forever.
With deepest sympathy,
Donna and Mark Russell
My deepest sympathy to Libby. Laurin was always available to answer our Horticulturally related questions and was such a fascinating man. He will definitely be missed.
Libby, I'm so sorry you've lost your husband. I know you were very close and have alot of good memories to sustain you. Pam
