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Leona Wheeler Obituary
December 22, 1945 - December 7, 2018
Myrtle Beach
Leona "YaYa" Wheeler, 72, of Myrtle Beach, SC passed away on December 7th 2018 with her family by her side. She was survived by her husband, Calvin Wheeler, daughters Darcey and Cortney Wheeler, granddaughter Alexis Wheeler, Sisters Mary Anne Denison (Joe), Mikki Griffin ( Paul), many nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters in-law.
Predeceased by parents Edward and Shirley Mennillo and sister Sandra White (Larry).
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 11th at 2:00pm at McMillan-Small Funeral Home, 910 67th Ave N, Myrtle Beach.
In lieu of flowers an educational fund has been established for Alexis Wheeler at South Atlantic Bank, Myrtle Beach.
An online guest book is available @ www.msfh.net
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Memories and Condolences
for Leona Wheeler
Mary Anne Denison
February 17, 2022
I can't believe it's been almost three years since you left us. I still turn to call you or email a
funny story or reach out to you as sisters do. I love you and miss you every day. That will never change until we meet again in heaven.
Mikki and Paul Griffin
December 16, 2018
Your light shines bright for others to follow.
Our love and God's blessings.
Loving sister, Mikki Griffin
December 16, 2018
Lee Lee, I love you, and miss you.
They say you can pick your friends but you can't pick your family. But Lee I would definitely have picked you for my family too. You were a GREAT big sister, and always friend, you were my sister-friend. You were the joy of the family and a friend to all you met. May the Lord hold you in his arms, may you rest in peace.
Barbara Montenaro
December 14, 2018
To The Wheeler and Mennillo Families
My deepest condolences on the loss of Lee Lee. It has been many years since we have had contact but her friendship has always been an integral part of my life. So many wonderful memories when we were young, from Jefferson School all the way through Schalmont. God Bless you and thank you for being such a good friend.
Rob Callahan
December 12, 2018
Dear Cal - Sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences Cal to you and your family
MARY DENISON
December 10, 2018
Leona you are the BEST sister anyone could ever wish for. I love you (Lee Lee) and will miss you everyday until we see each other again. You will be remembered by ALL as a wonderful Sister, Wife, Mom and Yaya. May you rest in peace
Lori - Jo Lontrato Lake
December 10, 2018
I never knew anyone who's kindness and compassion was more genuine. Aunt Lee Lee you were a classy lady. Rest in peace. Until we meet again, I love you
Biangos
December 10, 2018
We share comfort in knowing that Lee is no longer suffering. As you grieve, know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of her. Lee brought so many gifts to our life. We will never forget her!
December 10, 2018
Lifting you all up in prayer as you grieve the loss of Lee.
Praying that the wonderful memories will turn your tears of sorrow into tears of joy.
Blessings and love,
Carm and Linda
Cathy Jazeboski Toelke
December 10, 2018
Calvin and family, Mikki, and Mary Anne, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss of Leona. May she rest, and you will find solace in the warm memories of her life.
Kathleen Hall
December 9, 2018
Cortney, Sorry for your loss she is at peace now.Bless you and your family...
JUDY LONGO YOUNG
December 8, 2018
Calvin, Darcy and Courtney, I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, God Bless You.
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