Dennis Boyd Wheelock

Dennis Boyd Wheelock, 76, passed away on July 20, 2023.

Boyd was born on January 12, 1947, to Ted Talbot and Louesa Talbot (Wheelock). He was later adopted by Fon Wheelock when Louesa remarried. Fon was a special father.

Dennis graduated from Pocatello High School in 1965.

He started working for the City of Pocatello on January 22, 1968, and retired on January 31, 2003, receiving a key to the City.

Dennis married the love of his life on March 4, 1971. They were married for 51 years.

Dennis loved hunting, fishing, and metal detecting. He reloaded his own bullets and tied flies for fishing.

We would like to thank Enhabit Home Health and Hospice for their excellent care of Dennis. Amanda Pia, Steven, Ed, and Trae, you’re wonderful.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Mary; his daughter, Debbie Wheelock; special friend, Cory Harris; daughter, Rebecca (Scott) Robinson; daughter, Kristina (Shawn) Williams; sister, Debbie (Robert) May, of Colorado Springs; sister, Marsha Wheelock, of Boise; 7 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ted Talbot; mother, Louesa Wheelock; father, Fon Wheelock; son, Jason Wheelock; brother, Larry Wheelock; brother-in-law, Fred Brown; and nephew, Gary Wheelock.

Per his wishes, there will be no burial or funeral. A Celebration of Life will be held in the near future.