William "Frank" Franklin Wheeler

William "Frank" Franklin Wheeler obituary, Gulfport, MS

William "Frank" Franklin Wheeler

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Finley Cemetery

19424 MS-53, Gulfport, MS 39503

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William "Frank" Wheeler Obituary

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William Franklin "Frank: Wheeler, age 98, of Gulfport, passed away on November 5, 2025.

Mr. Wheeler is survived by his children, Frankie Oplinger (Steve), Gwen Wheeler, Lori Herring (Eddie), and Kim Johnson (Mitch); 6 grandchildren, Brent Cowart, Shea Cowart, Jennifer Sullivan, Jessica Whittington, Keegan Thompson, and Samantha Beattie; 12-great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 2:30 pm in Finley Cemetery,

A full tribute will be posted soon.

The Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family. 

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Riemann Family Funeral Homes - Gulfport

11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, MS 39503

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Upcoming Events

Nov

8

Graveside service

2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Finley Cemetery

19424 MS-53, Gulfport, MS 39503

Send Flowers

Only 1 day left for delivery to next service.