Charles "Ed" Wheeler, of Antigo, died Thursday, December 29, 2011 at home under the care of his loving family and LeRoyer Hospice. He was 77 years old. He was born on January 6, 1934 in Antigo, a son of the late Bradley and Grace (Jenkins) Wheeler. He married Jean Keen on June 7, 1952 in Antigo. She survives.
Mr. Wheeler owned Wheeler's Anchor Inn in Pearson for 16 years, moving to Antigo in 1991. He was a truck driver for Fermanich Fuel for many years and for Servco FS retiring in the fall of 2011.
He enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family who he loved and cherished.
In addition to his wife survivors include four children, Sherrie Kelly, Antigo, Rev. Shane (Susan) Wheeler, Elcho, Linn (Randy) Schultz, Deerbrook and Lori Wheeler, Antigo; six grandchildren, Ryan (Carrie) Kelly, Shane (Amy) Wheeler Jr., Kim (Geoff) Kupfer, Jamie (Jason) Noskowiak, Mike (Marcie) Gottschalk Jr. and Kyle Gottschalk and special friend Lindsy Hall; nine great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Dorothy Steinagel, Waupaca and Willie Goddard, Naples, FL. He is also survived by his pet, Pebbles.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Keith and Pat Wheeler.
A funeral service celebrating his life will be held on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Upper Room Family Church, Elcho with Rev. Shane Wheeler and Rev. Russ Davis officiating. Burial will take place in Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 4 until 8 p.m. at Bradley Funeral Home and Tuesday from 9 until 10 a.m. at the church.
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Dear Jean: It is Linn's childhood friend from across the street - Dr. Lynn Blair (Struzinski).
I was so sorry to read Ed had passed away.
I have very fond memories of time spend not only with Ed, but with you, Linn, Sherry and Shane.
And, I will always remember how well Ed sang all the Johnny Cash Songs - almost better than the originals!
I hope you are all well.
Sending love and warm memories your way.
Sincerely,
Lynn
Scottsdale, AZ
Dear, Jean this is Florence and Terri
We are very sorry to hear that Eddie died. He will be missed We also had a great time when we were up there May god bless you and the family
LOVE FLORENCE AND TERRI OF ARIZ
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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