Denise (Killian) Wheat, of North Kingstown, Passes at 93

Denise (Killian) Wheat, of North Kingstown, Passes at 93

Denise (Killian) Wheat, 93, passed away at home on October 12, 2021. Born in Providence, RI on October 11, 1928. She was the wife of the late Homer E. Wheat.  She was the daughter of the late Frank and Jessie Killian.

Denise was a long-time resident of North Kingstown and worked at Wilson’s of Wickford for 40 years where she made many lasting friends and acquaintances. She was known for her impeccable memory, smile, and selfless giving to the prevention of cruelty to animals. 

She leaves behind a son, Stephen E. Wheat. 

Her Funeral Service will be held Monday, October 18, 2021 at 11:45 am in The Cranston-Murphy Funeral Home of Wickford, 140 West Main Street, Wickford Village, North Kingstown.  

She will be buried with her husband at the RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Exeter.  All are invited to attend.  

Calling hours will be held at the funeral home on Sunday from 3:00-5:00 pm.

Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be sent to VNA of Care New England, Philanthropy Department, 300 Richmond St., Providence, RI 02903.