Virginia Ann Wheeler (Marks)'s Obituary, Visitation & Funeral Information

A sweet, generous, and compassionate mom, grandma, and sister, Virginia A. Wheeler, age 81, walked peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, December 27th, 2020 from her home in Bellbrook. She was born June 27th, 1939 in Dayton to Lillian (D'elia) and Joseph W. Marks.

Virginia followed her parent's legacy of a love for cooking. She worked at Angelina's Pizza with them for many years, followed by Antonio's Restaurant, Dorothy Lane Market, and Dinwiddies in Bellbrook where she was a resident for over 50 years. Virginia had a huge heart and loved everyone unconditionally. All were welcome in her home where her motto was "there's always room for one more." She was a persistent prayer warrior who kept a promise book that she marked when someone was healed. Virginia was also a devoted follower of Jimmy Swaggart Ministries. She loved to play Rummi Kub, work on jigsaw puzzles, and had an affinity for birds and flowers. She also loved to collect dolls and snowmen. Virginia enjoyed watching the Andy Griffith Show, Little House on the Prairie, the Waltons, and Everybody Loves Raymond, over and over again.

Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, brother Joseph M. Marks, grandson Shawn Jones, and great-grandchild Amelia, and “adopted” son Donnie White.

Although Virginia had seven children, she never showed any favoritism among them. She is survived by her sons, Joey Wheeler and Billy Wheeler, Jr. (Carolyn); daughters Debbie Jones (Bill), Patti Workman, Dora Erickson (Jeff), Carol Wheeler (Kenny Pack), and Sharon Colston (Lloyd); grandchildren Kristie Key (Garry), Maria Cockroft (Michael), Jordan, Kevin, Cara Filson (Connor), Brittany, Billy Wheeler, III (Haley), Joseph, Noah, Matthew, Justin (LeAndra), Brian (Jessica), Jarrod (Andrea), Tyler (Brittany), Mackenzie, Destiny, Tracie, Julie (Max), Travis (Patrice), Nathan (Amy), and Heather; great-grandchildren Emma, Aria, James, and Felix, Brad, Kelli, Harley, Erica, Brittani, Kara, Seth, Kalyssa, Kehlani, Eli, Zander, Maddox, Ethan, Aubrey, and Mila; and great-great-grandchildren Greyson, Myla, and Nolan; and sister Rosie Powell.

Private Life Celebration Services will be held. The services will be streamed live via the internet. If you wish to view the services on the live stream, please reach out to Conner & Koch (937-848-6651) to be added to the list. You are also welcome to send a condolence or flowers, plant a tree and share a story about Virginia at www.ConnerAndKoch.com by clicking on her name.

During this difficult time, if you are feeling ill or unhealthy in any way, you are encouraged to pay your respects in alternative methods, such as sending a sympathy card or sharing a memory through Virginia's online book of memories. If you plan to attend services in person, be sure to bring your mask to wear while you are inside.

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