Deborah D. “Debbie” Wheeler

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Past Department Women Veterans Chair Deborah D. “Debbie” Wheeler of Dunedin, Florida. Debbie passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the age of 66.

Service details are not yet available. Updates regarding arrangements will be shared on the Department’s website as they become available.

Debbie was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran of the Lebanon/Grenada era and a devoted member of Dunedin Post 275. She faithfully served The American Legion for 30 continuous years.

Throughout her many years of dedicated service, Debbie served as Post Service Officer from 2019 through 2025, Post 2nd Vice Commander from 2021 through 2022, Department Women Veterans Chair from 2019 through 2022, and Department Women Veterans Vice Chair from 2022 through 2023.  She also served as a member of National’s Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation Council from 2015 through 2016 and the National Security Council from 2018 through 2025.

In the Department of West Virginia, Debbie served as Department Oratorical Chair and 3rd District Commander in 2001.

Please keep Debbie’s family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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