Phillip T. Wheeler, 86, of Noblesville, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. He was born on March 25, 1925 to Tom and Georgia (Krause) Wheeler in Noblesville, Indiana.
Phil retired form Firestone where he worked in the accounting department. He was a 1943 graduate of Noblesville High School & Butler University graduate. He was a member of First Christian Church of Noblesville for 75 years; a member of the Noblesville Masonic Lodge #57 & the Noblesville Elks Lodge. Phil proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II.
He is survived by two sons, Thom Wheeler & Tim (Vivian) Wheeler; daughter, Ann (Craig) Silver; grandchildren, Katie (Joe) Torrente, Brianna Wheeler, Kelsey Wheeler, Andrea Green & Colin Wheeler; and great-grandchild, Madelyn Grace Torrente.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marcia Lee Wheeler and brother, Jack Krause Wheeler.
A memorial service will follow the Masonic service which begins at 11:00 am on Saturday, December 17, 2011, at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 1150 Logan Street, in Noblesville, with visitation beginning at 9:00 am prior the services. Pastor John Davis will officiate. Burial and military rites will follow at Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 5635 W 96th Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46278.