Jean-Philippe H. Wheeler

Mr. Jean-Philippe H. Wheeler passed away Thursday, June 15, 2023 at the age of 79. Born in Paris, France to the late Heins Becker and Paulette Wheeler. Jean-Philippe lived in Hanover, Germany until he was three and a half before moving to Compi&egravegne, France where he remained until 1959. At this time, he came to the United States and has made his home in Brookline, Watertown and Boston.

Mr. Wheeler was very proud of his French heritage. He would also defend the United States as a Sargeant in the Airforce during the Vietnam War. Jean-Philippe would go on to have a distinguished career as the Head of the Gift and Exchange Department at Harvard University, retiring in 2008 after over 30 years.

Jean-Philippe enjoyed dining out and good wine. He was fond of antiquing, particularly collecting clocks, books, silver and crystal wares. He loved to travel and relished his time in Provence with his family members Jean-Bernard Dall'Acqua and Isabelle Sieurac. Never driving, Jean-Phillipe preferred to be on his feet or take public transportation. An avid reader, he was partial to World War history, European history and architecture. Impressively, Mr. Wheeler spoke French, English, German, Spanish and Japanese.

Jean-Philippe is the half-brother to the late Sarkis Keuleyan. He leaves behind many close friends, including Suzanne Kemple, Sam Chen and Bernd and Anne Henning.

Interment to take place in Compi&egravegne, France on August 10, 2023. Arrangements under the direction of the Paul Buonfiglio & Sons ~ Bruno Funeral Home. For guestbook, please visit www.buonfiglio.com

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