Goldie M. Wheeler

Freeport - Goldie Wheeler, 94 years of age, passed away at The Citadel St. Joseph’s Village of Freeport on Sunday, November 8, 2026.

She was born in Polo, Il on January 31, 1932 to Alvin and Gladys (Shellhause) Cross. She married Kenneth L. Wheeler in 1950. He preceded her in death on May 16, 2002. Together, her and Ken raised a family of 7 children.

Goldie was very active in the Baileyville Reformed Church. She also enjoyed reading, and flower gardening.

Her survivors include her children, Colleen, Larry and Bill. Her legacy also includes 8 grandchildren, Julie, Lisa, Connie, Lance, Rebekah, Jakob, Austin and Abbey. She also had 11 great grandchildren, Zane, Elena A., Ava, Lauren, Alexandra, Elena W., Emma, Lydia, Dax, Klayton and Liam.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Kenneth Sr., her sons, Kenneth Wheeler Jr., Gary Wheeler, Jerry Wheeler and Ray Wheeler.

Cremation rites have been accorded and as per her wishes, there will be no services. Her final resting place will be at Chapel Hill next to her husband. A memorial has been established in her name at Baileyville Reformed Church. Condolences can be left for the family at www.walkermortuary.com