Billy "Jerry" Wheeler, age 87, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026, at home surrounded by his family.

Born August 6, 1939, in Anderson, SC, he was the son of the late Willam David "Pete" Wheeler and Sarah "Frances" Stamps Wheeler.

Jerry was a proud veteran of the United States Army and retired from Owens-Corning Fiberglass. He was a true patriot and loved his country. He loved sports, was a Little League baseball coach for many years and was an avid Clemson Tigers and Atlanta Braves fan. He enjoyed eating out, music, playing Bingo, and visiting Las Vegas. His family would say that he was the smartest man they knew and that he could beat any game show! Most of all, Jerry loved his family and he was loved by so many in return.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Faye "Elaine" Jones Wheeler; children, Billy Wheeler (Sonya), Candis Wheeler, and Christi Bannister (Dale); brother, Ramon Wheeler (Shirley); 10 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

The family would like to extend a very special thank you to Miss Elaine with Home Instead for the wonderful care and love provided.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm at The McDougald Funeral Home. The funeral service with military honors will follow at 1:00 pm at M.J. Dolly Cooper Veterans Cemetery.

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