Walter A. Wheeler, Sr. (November 13, 1925 – February 14, 2017) was an American politician and World War II veteran from Maine.[1] A Democrat from Kittery, Maine, Wheeler served four terms in the Maine House of Representatives from 2002 to 2010. He served in the United States Navy 1943 – 1946 during World War II in the Pacific, Atlantic and European theaters.[2] He was born in Manchester, Maine and died in Kittery, Maine on February 14, 2017, at the age of 91.[3][better source needed]
Walter A. Wheeler Sr. | |
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Member of the Maine House of Representatives for the 151st District | |
In office December 2002 – December 2010 | |
Succeeded by | Devin Beliveau |
Personal details | |
Born | November 13, 1925 Manchester, Maine |
Died | February 14, 2017 (aged 91) Kittery, Maine |
Political party | Democrat |
Residence(s) | Kittery, Maine |
References
edit- ^ "Walter Wheeler, Sr. Biography - Project Vote Smart". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved 12 February 2013.
- ^ Creamer, Melanie (May 30, 2010). "Oldest member and only World War II veteran in Maine's House recalls D-Day". The Portland Press Herald. Retrieved January 10, 2011.
- ^ Walter Wheeler Sr. Obituary