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Myrna WHEELER Obituary
Myrna was preceded in death by her husband, Steven L. Wheeler; her parents, Jack and Hazel Carroll, of Louisville, Ky.; and 'sis' Kitty Biller, of Louisville, Ky.
Survivors include her other 'sis' Nancy Nicoulin, of Paducah, Ky.; 'daughter' Kathie and husband John Stokes and family, of Yorktown; 'son' Joe and wife Deb Wheeler and family, of Fredericksburg, Va.; and Myrna's much cherished and beloved cats Bleu and Belle. There are too many other extended friends to mention but all were appreciated and loved deeply by her.
We would like to especially thank the staff of Personal Touch Hospice Health Services for their help and support, Dr. Mattern and his staff for the many years of support, and a special thanks to Loretta Leonard, Myrna's nurse, for their kindness and care during her courageous battle.
Most of you who knew Myrna know about her life. She spent all of her working years with the defense industry, first at Hughes Aircraft and then Raytheon Systems. Myrna was a lover of the Kentucky derby, always laughing, loved a good joke and never without a smile on her face. She was a loving and caring person, daughter, wife, 'maw,' 'sis,' and friend. 'To know her was to love her.'
Myrna was placed to rest at a private service on Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012, at Parklawn Memorial Park at her request. Those of you who knew her will not be surprised by this. She would like you to remember her with a smile and a toast.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions in her name to The Cat Corner, 85 Fulton Street, Hampton, VA 23663-2339 or the American Cancer Society. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Myrna WHEELER
Nikki Barry
August 28, 2012
Sadly I just heard the news. We definitely had some memorable times together & Myrna was a memorable lady! Colorful, vibrant and very funny. Peace...
Ellen Merilic
August 9, 2012
So sorry to hear of Myrna's passing. I remember laughing at her jokes and teaching me some of the ropes in the Defense Industy. God Bless!
Pauline Garrone
August 8, 2012
My wonderful,sweet,lovely,precious step-mother. She was the Queen, I was her princess. I will miss her every single moment of every single day. It is no wonder that so many people loved her, she was a unique gem of a woman. Godspeed, "Jilly" you knew how much I loved you. "Plina" Pauline Garrone
Don Jackson
August 8, 2012
When they made Myrna, they broke the mold. She really was one-of-a-kind. Haven't met a single person who had a bad word to say about this great lady. Marilyn and I will never forget the laughs we all had together. We will always love you.
David Guley
August 7, 2012
I was truly sorry to hear about Myrna Wheeler's passing, I had the pleasure of meeting her along with her husband Steve through their step-daughter (Pauline Garrone}. I remember Myrna's cheerful attitude and great sense of humor. Dave Guley
Nancy Jones
August 7, 2012
Oh My Goodness.....I'm so very sorry to learn of Myrna's passing....a bright light of laughter, happy faces and unstinted love of life is lost to each and every one of us. All during my association with her at Hughes and Raytheon I knew I could count on her for a positive spin on any "bad stuff" that we were faced with. Her pride in her work, her appearance, her 'Vette, and her own strength will always be a beloved memory for me.
My Dear Southern Belle, fly high and free. Nancy
Kathie Stokes
August 6, 2012
A lady of class can only began to describe her, This has been one of the hardest weeks in I can not remember when... I lost my very dear friend and "like a mom" Myrna Wheeler to her fight with cancer. She has now joined her husband Steve, I just can't even explain the overwhelming emotions, memories, thoughts that have flooded my days and nights. I will miss her more than I can even describe. I loved you my beautiful friend, my "Maw" Myrna C Wheeler may you Rest in Peace with your sweet and wonderful husband Steve Wheeler a man of true grace and Love, you two are now together again in paradise. A toast and Happy Trails. ?
Dee Dee Kurko
August 6, 2012
Myrna was truly a bright light when she entered a room. I will always remember her big smile and great sense of humor. She will be greatly missed, but not forgotten.
Donna Cosentino
August 6, 2012
I had the misfortunate to hear about Ms.Wheeler's passing through a friend of a friend. I had known Ms. Wheeler for several years. I meet her when I was a teenager through her step-daughter Pauline Garrone. Pauline and I have been friends ever since. Pauline and her step mom made me feel like I was part of their family. I also had the pleasure of taking care of Hazel Carroll which was Ms. Wheeler's mother. They were both very nice woman, who I will never forget.
Geri Lowther
August 6, 2012
Myrna was an elegant lady who enjoyed life to the fullest. Her sense of humor was contageous. I have very fond memories of her and she will never be forgotten.
Michelle Pauley
August 6, 2012
Our memories of Miss Myrna will live forever. We'll all miss her exuberant laughter, her contagious spirit, her elegant bearing, and her deep love of life. Farewell to a Grand Lady.
Bob Chiota
August 5, 2012
You always made my visit a delight, and our phone calls were hilarious. Snort! Snort!
Jackie Brown
August 5, 2012
I was so sorry to hear about Myrna's passing but at the same time, glad to know that she's reunited with her beloved Steve and her parents. As Myrna fought this battle with cancer, she ALWAYS kept a smile on her face and had such a positive attitude.She was such a down to earth person/elegant lady all at the same time. She always told me she dreamed of someday living at the beach and I'm glad that dream came true and she lived her last years there. RIP Myrna. I'll bring ya a glass of wine from time to time.
Jackie
Dave Park
August 5, 2012
Bye Ms. Myrna.
"Goat" engelmeyer
August 5, 2012
We have lost a fine lady and wonderful friend who never lost her smile or sense of humor. We will all miss having her in our presence.
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