Kenneth Leroy Wheeler, age 65, of Tunas, Missouri, entered into rest on Friday, October 25, 2024.

He was born on June 5, 1959, in Kansas City, Kansas to the late Wes Wheeler and Lea Worthington. He was united in marriage on June 1, 1985, to Francis Roark. He worked as a supervisor for the water district at public works for 36 years before retirement. He loved the great outdoors and was looking forward to the upcoming deer season.

Ken was preceded in death by his parents, brother Steve Wheeler, and beloved wife Francis Wheeler. He is survived by his children, Katherine Thoele and husband Chris, Waylon Wheeler and wife Kelsey, Chris Summy, and Kim Groves, 12 grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and sister Sheri Porter.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Cremation rites have been entrusted to Cantlon-Otterness & Viets Funeral Home, Buffalo, Missouri.