Betty Wheeler

VIOLA Betty Wheeler, age 94 of Viola, died Friday September 1, 2017 at Bethel Home in Viroqua. Betty Jean Bender Wheeler , age 94 of Viola, WI went to be with her Lord on Friday, September 1. 2017. She was born in the township of Forest, Viola, WI on February 3, 1923, the daughter of Leo and Zelma (Ambrose) Bender. She was united in marriage to Robert Warren Wheeler on February 25, 1967. She was a licensed cosmetologist and worked many years for Harper Method Cosmetic Company. In addition she and Warren owned and operated a beauty salon in Rochester, NY. She and Warren moved to Milwaukee, WI in 1979 and spent their summers in Viola. After Warrens death she returned to Viola to make her home on the Bender homestead. Betty is survived by her siblings Florence Jo Martinelli and Donald (Carol) Bender. Step son Robert Warren Wheeler II (Florence) and step grandson Robert III. Sister in laws Louise Bender and Patricia Bender along with many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Warren, siblings Helen, Myron, William, Theodore, Byron, Robert and George. Funeral Services for Betty will be held at the Viola United Methodist Church on Thursday September 7, 2017 at 11:30 A.M. Pastor Larry Stegall will officiate with burial to follow in the Viola Cemetery. Friends may call during a visitation prior to the service from 11:00 to 11:30 AM. A luncheon will follow the service at the church. Memorials may be made to the Kickapoo Rescue Squad, the Viola United Methodist Church or a memorial of the donors choice. On-line condolences may be offered at www.vossfh.com The Vosseteig Funeral Homes Henthorn Memorial Chapel, in Viola is serving the family.