Obituaries

Vivian Eppinger Wheeler

VIVIAN EPPINGER WHEELER, 88, of Wellsburg, WV passed away October 28, 2024, at home. She was born September 12, 1936, in Butler, PA to the late Russel E. and Ruth Ann Myers Eppinger. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Wheeler; a daughter, Mercia “Mercy” Earnest; two brothers, Charles “Bud” and Russel Edward Eppinger; and three sisters, Mildred Eppinger, Geraldine Black, and Betty Weaver. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Yost (Web) and Debbie Palmer (Larry) all of Wellsburg, WV; her son-in-law, Merle “Jay” Earnest; eight grandchildren; four step grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; six step great grandchildren; and her very special friend June. Visitation was held on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Reasner Funeral Home, Wellsburg. The funeral service was held Monday, November 4, 2024, at the funeral home, with Pastor James Seabright officiating. Interment followed at St. John Haven of Rest, Colliers. Online condolences can be made at ReasnerofWellsburg.com.