James Pearl Wheeler's Obituary
Age 72, of Ionia, formerly of Clarklake, MI, passed away at Sparrow Health in Lansing on Saturday, November 28, 2020 due to Covid complications. He was born at Jackson, MI to Clarence L. and Dorothy M. (Carter) Wheeler and they preceded him in death. Jim is survived by his wife, Carol (James) Wheeler; three children, James Wheeler of Jackson, Lori Wheeler of Jackson and Ron (Jaenn Jo) Wheeler of Castle Rock, CO; step-son, David Lawrence of Jackson; six grandchildren, Devon, Erika, Malcolm, Jamie, Kaitlyn and Jarod; two step-granddaughters, Taylor and Shelby Miles; five great-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren; sister, Linda Wheeler of Poplar Grove, IL; several nieces and nephews. Jim was a 1966 graduate of Michigan Center High School. He retired as a truck driver from Yellow Freight with over 30 years of service. Jim was an avid hunter and enjoyed time with his family. Cremation has taken place and no public services are planned at this time.
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