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Martha Wheeler Obituary
Asheville - Martha (Plants) Wheeler, 62, died on August 31 in Asheville, NC.
She was born in New York City on July 31, 1950 and grew up in Riverside, CT. Martha graduated from the Greenwich Academy, University of Missouri and received her Masters degree from Rutgers.
She is survived by her brothers, Ken Plants (wife, Trilby) of Myrtle Beach, SC and David Plants of Riverside, several nieces and nephews and a grand niece and the countless friends who will miss her but know her spirit lives on.
Marti/Muffi blessed the lives of so many. Her undying devotion to those with addiction is alive in the faces of the many who have found the path to recovery.
A celebration of Marti's life will be held at the Center for Spiritual Living in Asheville at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, September 11. In lieu of flowers, do a random act of kindness or make a donation to the charity of your choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Martha Wheeler
Annelies Frank
July 13, 2021
Annelies Frank
July 13, 2021
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July 13, 2021
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Annelies Marie Frank M.S.W.
June 29, 2021
It has been ten years since her passing. I was in a nursing home with a traumatic brain injury when her obituary was printed. I remember driving 70 miles to see her, love. Judging by my name we are exactly the same. Annelies Marie Frank M.S.W.
Strong love still.
Mary Alice (Lang) Salisbury
July 19, 2018
Muffie, I have just learned of your passing while googling your name to try to find you. We were Kappas together at Missouri University, and had the wonderful honor of being one of your bridesmaids at your wedding. All of us who flew out to NYC together for your wedding had such a fun time. Your family took us to late night talk shows... and we went to a wonderful Italian restaurant in Greenwich Village, visited Rockefeller Center and St. Pat's Cathedral. Unfortunately, after college, we lost touch... I tried to find you but didn't have the advantage of the internet then. I remember you vividly as being a kind, gentle soul, who was also full of laughter and always so nice to everyone. I am so sorry to not have been able to reconnect. I can tell from reading comments on different obit pages that you affected many lives and that people responded to your kind and caring personality just as we all did at Mizzou, so many years ago.
I feel blessed for having known you, Muffie. Mary Alice (Lang) Salisbury
Kerry Wells
June 29, 2018
I miss you and think about you often. You touched my life and helped me get sober and were a constant presence in my early sobriety. I was blessed by God and Christ to walk into that Friday night meeting in Asheville during the time you were attending it. You were such a light for so many and I can still remember your energy and your smile. You are so often on my mind. I know you are with God in heaven and you were one of his angels on Earth. There is so much more I could say but many have said it below years ago. We lost touch when I moved from Asheville but your impact on my life was permanent and positive and I can't thank you enough for your contributions to my life.
Choate Festivities 1968 Along time ago
March 7, 2017
Abby Bates
September 19, 2012
I am so very sorry to learn of the loss of Martha. I had been one of her patients for a brief time about 5 years ago. I happened upon her Caring Bridge site and been following that. I only wish someone had posted on that site that she had finally lost her battle...
My prayers and thoughts are with the family
September 10, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Rosanne
September 9, 2012
Muffie, You are and always will be my sober sister. I will always cherish the memories of our early journey. Thank you for being there for me. Love to you always, Rosanne
Marie Roberson
September 8, 2012
Marti, I love you. You will always be a shining light for me. Your care and concern were unsurpassed, especially where we worked together. I know you and Beck are sending good energy my way, especially since I have three children to raise now. I miss you, Marti, but I know you are at the peak of happiness and joy. Don't let anything stop your bright light. Love, Marie
Greg and Nancy Forsythe
September 8, 2012
We will miss Marti's lovely smile, her concern for others, her tenacious spirit in the face of illness and her living example to others who suffer. We send sympathy to her family and many friends.
David Plants
September 7, 2012
I remember dearly driving to school in Muffy's little green (GA colors) MG Sprite. She was always late to GA so I had to get out there and walk back over to Wick. Her Good Companion Lamp award at GA was a clear sign of Muffy's path for her life ahead. God Bless my big sister...
Julie Fuerbringer
September 7, 2012
Muffi, I remember you well from our high school days. Your photo in this album captures the wonderful spirit from those days that you must have kept all your life... and which now is in peace.
Drs. Willoughy and Bare, Nicole, Brandi, Eve, Cheri
September 6, 2012
Marti was truly a amazing lady. She was always a bright spot in our day. We will miss her. In May she couldn't make her appointment due to plans she had to make. I'll never forget our conversation. She was more concerned with us being able to fill that appointment , then herself. She said she was at peace and hoped to make it until Christmas. I hope her spirit shines bright in all who loved and knew her today and especially at Christmas may our hearts be warmed. As we remember her courage, strength and caring for others.
Kristina Hargis
September 6, 2012
To all the family and friends of our precious Marti / Muffy. My prayers and sympathy are with you all. Those of us who loved her are grieving so. May God comfort us and give us strength to make it through this difficult time.
Barb Mortimer
September 5, 2012
The Stoney Ridge Lane Gang will miss you always, Muffie. I will fondly remember you when we neighborhood kids played kickball in our pajamas after dinner and baths every night. God bless our magical childhood and God bless you forever, Muffy. Say hello to Lydia for us.
Joe Lilly
September 5, 2012
Marti you gave so much to so many and the world is a safer and more peaceful place because of you. Thank You!
Carol Vare
September 5, 2012
Thanks, Marti, for the help & healing that you gave me: lots of time, patience, understanding & wisdom. Now you are an angel shining your light on us. I love you, dear one. Your friend, Carol
Ken Plants
September 5, 2012
Thank you for the kind words about my sister. It helps my grief to know many cared for her. I loved and cared for her and she will be missed greatly.
Tibby Thomas
September 5, 2012
Thank you, Marti, for all the love and wisdom you shared with so many of us. Thank you for your example of what being "happy, joyous and free" of alcoholism looks like. I will hold you smile and humor close to my heart.
Mary Ellen Sexton
September 5, 2012
Dear Marti (Our Red Rose),
Your light WILL shine forever in the hearts of all those who were fortunate enough to have experienced your kindness. I will never forget your smile - you gave of yourself at every moment, every day of your (too short) life. With deep gratitude, Mary Ellen (Lulu)
James Barr
September 5, 2012
May you continue to be on the road to serenity and peace, Marti, Godspeed...You will be missed here...
September 5, 2012
Marti is a wonderful woman who cared so much, gave so much of herself and I am sure will continue to inspire us to continue caring for each other. She was full of life, fun ideas and concern for all. Blessings Marty as you head into the next adventure. With love.....
Nancy Eddy-Ramirez
September 5, 2012
My Dear Loving Marti,
I am so blessed to have been your friend. Knowing you are no longer suffering such horrendous pain is a tremendous relief. Your kind and loving spirit is still so with me,and I'm certain I will be calling on you daily. Rest and be happy, joyous and free in your somewhere...
Nancy Eddy-Ramirez
September 5, 2012
You never hid your light. It will glow for eternity. Always and Forever.
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