Debra Lynn (Rhodes) Wheeler

Debra Lynn Wheeler, 71 of the Long Creek Community of Robbinsville, NC passed away, Sunday, January 4, 2026, at Clay Co. Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Hayesville, NC.

          She was a native of New York and the daughter of the late Hartwell and Mary Lou Murray Rhodes.

          She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Wheeler; son, Kenny Wheeler of Durham, NC; brother, Bruce Rhodes; sisters, Sandi Rhodes, and Bronia Van Benthuysen.

          Some of the things Debbie will be remembered for are loving music and frequently singing her favorite songs, caring for her beloved cats, and mostly for being a loving mother and great wife.

          A celebration of life service will be held at the Townson-Smith Funeral Home chapel, February 21, at 1:00pm. The family will receive friends from 12:00 until 1:00pm. Reverand Eric Reese will officiate.  

         Townson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Wheeler family.