Jimmie Ruth Wheeler of Heavener, Oklahoma was born September 27, 1932 in Heavener, Oklahoma to James H. and Opal T. (Gipson) Carter and went home to be with the Lord on January 20, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma at the age of 89.
She is survived by:
Two nephews:
Jimmy Parker and wife Mishelle of Brooksville, Florida
Edward Parker and wife Heather of Joshua, Texas
Her grandchildren:
Jesse Johnston, Haylee Parker, Shyanna Parker, Wyatt Parker, Jamie Whitney, and Joshua Whitney
Numerous cousins and a host of friends whom loved her very much
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Charles F. Wheeler.
Jimmie Ruth was a longtime resident of the Heavener area, a member of the Heavener United Methodist Church, and was a Property Appraiser for Volusia County in Florida. She was a 1950 graduate of Heavener High School. Jimmie Ruth was an avid sports fan and supporter of the Heavener Wolves Athletics. She was named the 2017 Heavener Wolves Fan of the Year. She loved spending time with her family and friends. Jimmie Ruth was a loving aunt, grandmother, cousin, and friend. She will be missed by all who loved and knew her.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 24, 2022 at Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Ricky Huggins officiating. Burial will follow in Heavener Memorial Park under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home of Heavener, Oklahoma.
Pallbearers will be: Dennis Carter, Bobby Carter, Mark Morris, Brad Morris, Steve Hembree, and Adam Blaylock.
Viewing will be from 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Sunday; 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Monday at the funeral home.
Funeral Service
Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel
Monday, January 24, 2022
2:00 PM
710 U.S. HWY 270
Heavener, Oklahoma 74937