Jim Wheelock

Jim Wheelock (Wheels) of Minneapolis, MN, died January 24th (age 69) after an extended illness. Jim lived a colorful life; his two loves were his family and sports.  Growing up in Brooklyn Center, Jim excelled at hockey in his youth and really anything he attempted. He graduated from Brooklyn Center High and then the Minnesota School of Business. Jim was a successful entrepreneur and co-owner of several companies. In his later years he was passionate about caring for adults with special needs. Preceded in death by parents Bill and Polly Wheelock, and brother Tommy. Survived by wife Annabell Twice (Wheelock); Daughter, Siobhan Krautkramer (Joe), son Shawn Wheelock, grandson's Thomas and Draco Krautkramer. Brother Mike Wheelock (Nacia), daughterly niece, Nicole Baker, (Michael), many nieces and nephews and extended family. We will always remember and celebrate Jim for being larger than life. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Jims’s memory to the Minnesota Special Olympics, 900 2nd Ave South Suite 300 Minneapolis, MN 55402.

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