Michele Wharton

Michele (Folk)
Wharton
04/14/1945 - 12/04/2014

Michele (Folk) Wharton, 69, of Yountville, California passed away on December 4, 2014.
Michele was born in Napa on April 14, 1945, where she grew up and she graduated from Napa High School. This is also when she met her husband, Alfred. Al, preceded her in death (December 11, 2010); they were married for 47 years. During her life, she and Al lived in Japan and Texas, while Al was in the US Air Force. Michele and Al settled in Penryn, Calif. where they lived for many years and where Michele had several jobs, mainly in elementary education. A year ago, Michele moved to Yountville, to be closer to her son, Geoff. In her free time, Michele loved nature and the outdoors. She and Al enjoyed traveling; one of their favorite destinations was Hawaii. She treasured her daily walks with her many dogs over the years. She also had many friends with whom she loved lunch and shop. She was always happy to spend time with Geoff and was eager to lend a hand in his winemaking activities. Michele is survived by son Geoffrey, grandsons Tyler (20) and Tanner (17), and daughter in law, Rhonda.
There will be no formal service for Michele, per her wishes. But the family will have a celebration of her life in the coming months. Michele will always be remembered for her big smile and contagious laugh. She touched the lives of many people over her 69 years and she will be missed.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Their website is www.cancer.org Memories may be shared at www.treadwaywigger.com