Richard Charles Wehlerman

Graduate of General Motors Institute, now called Kettering University, in 1966 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, passed away on October 8th, 2026.

Richard began his career with Allison an Aerospace Division of General Motors in 1961. He retired from Rolls Royce in 2006 after 45 years of service (June 1961—June 2006).

He was an accomplished locksmith from 1968—2001 (Wehlerman’s Locksmith).

He was also a long time member of Bethesda Baptist Church.

He taught night school at Arsenal Technical High School teaching electricity in 1966—1968.

He is survived by his wife of 60 ½ years, Mary Ann Wehlerman (Marshall), sons Daniel Wehlerman, David (Charlotte) Wehlerman, grandchildren Alice Wehlerman, Jared (Kira) Wehlerman, great-grandson Henry Wehlerman; along with several nieces and nephews.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents Gilbert C. Wehlerman and Wanda L. Wehlerman (Rodgers).

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 14th from 11 am to 1 pm at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg, with funeral services to follow at 1 pm. Richard will then be laid to rest in Brownsburg Cemetery.