Janet Louise Wheeler's Obituary
Janet L. Wheeler, age 84, passed away peacefully in Grand Rapids, MI. She was born on September 13, 1940, to Raymond and Helen (DeSulima) Graves in Muskegon, MI. Janet had a love for children and pursued a teaching degree and taught for 22 years in Fruitport before retiring in 2002. She enjoyed reading, cross stitching, gardening and flowers. Some of her favorite flowers are lilies, peonies, roses and irises. Janet is survived in death by her children: David Wheeler, Kevin (Vicki Goethals) Wheeler, Carrie (Shawn) Dougherty; many grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild, Phoenix; sister, Carol (Jack) Parker. She is preceded in death by her parents, sister, Martha Wolf and 2 very special friends: Delores Novotney and Grace Sturm. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Dementia Society of America or Make-A-Wish. A memorial service will take place on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 11:00 AM at The Lee Chapel, 6291 Harvey St. Muskegon, MI. 49444 with a LUNCHEON to follow and BURIAL at Fruitport Cemetery. Arrangements through The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services. Please consider signing the family’s online guestbook and share memories at https://sytsemafh.com
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