Thomas E. Wheelen, Jr. 53 of Bethlehem, PA died Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at the Lehigh Valley Hospital Hospice. Born August 25, 1969 in Easton, PA he was the son of the late Theodora (Garrity) and Thomas Wheelen, Sr. Tom was a 1987 graduate of Easton High School and graduate of Lincoln Technical Institute. He had been employed by the Rexroth, Bitronics and Waltron companies. Tom was an avid auto racing fan since childhood and loved his Eagles, Phillies, Flyers. He also loved watching James Bond movies.
He is survived by his son: Gary Wheelen and Gary’s mother, Sherry Wheelen of Palmer Twp., PA; his sister: Tracy Wheelen of Wilson Borough, PA; and niece and nephew: Rachal and Justin Ulozas. A sister, Terri Wheelen died in January.
A calling period will be held from 6 to 7:30 PM Wednesday, March 1 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of the Funeral Home. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com
