Wayne Archibald Wheaton

Corner Brook, NL Age 67 of Corner Brook, NL passed away Sunday, September 2, 2018. Leaving with fond and precious memories his wife Gail, together for nearly 17 years; daughter Vicki (Brandon); beloved grandson Elliot; his daughter’s mother Rosalind; brother-in-law Rex Churchill (Hazel); nieces Kylie (Greg) and Kezia; great-niece Audrey; longtime College friend Ray (Lynn); goddaughter Nichelle (Roger); her sister Raeanne and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased by his parents Wesley and Kathleen Wheaton and baby brother Clarence. Wayne was a respected teacher at G.C. Rowe Junior High School for many years. He touched many students lives during his time there and couldn’t go anywhere in town without a former student calling out, “Hi Sir!”. His passion for teaching and his love for his students will long be remembered. Heartfelt thanks to all the doctors, nurses and staff at Western Memorial Regional Hospital for the excellent care Wayne received during his stay there. Visitation will take place from Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark’s Avenue on Thursday, September 6th from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9. The Funeral Service will take place on Friday, from the Chapel at 2 pm with Rev. Jocelyn Cook officiating. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.