In Memory of Donald H. Wheat (1933-2026)

We offer our condolences to the family and colleagues of the Rev. Donald “Don” H. Wheat, who died on March 5, 2026, at the age of 92.

Don is survived by his children, Sarah (Tim) and Andrew (Julia); his grandsons, Emerson, Foster, Cormac, Micah, and Nicholas; and his daughter-in-law, Montse Auso. He was close to his niece, Danita (Frank). He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann, in 2015, and their son, Mark, in 2023.

A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Third Unitarian Church, 301 N Mayfield, Chicago, IL 60644.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Third Unitarian Church or its Austin Scholars Award Program.

Notes of condolence may be shared here.

A more complete obituary will follow.