Ione A. Wheeler of Adell formerly of Fredonia, passed away at her home Wednesday evening, May 20, 2020. She was born on October 2, 1937 in Milwaukee, the daughter of Edward and Jennie Herkowski. On June 11, 1966 she was united in marriage with David Wheeler (1931-2011) in Milwaukee. The couple resided in Fredonia where they raised their 11 children. Ione was a member of Calvary Church in West Bend. She involved herself in Children's Ministry, Intercessory Prayer Team, Hospitality Team, Prison Ministries and AGLOW of West Bend. Ione was the Queen Bee of quilting. She made quilts for injured soldiers, Pastors, kids, and those in need. Ione is survived by her children David Jr of Tomah, Cynthia of Gulf Breeze, FL, Scott of Adell, Anne Redmond of Fredonia, John (Caroline) of Menomonee Falls, Robert (Karla) of South Milwaukee, Richard of Alpharetta, GA, Jean (Derek) Berg of Campbellsport and Jane (Tom) Prebit of Acworth, GA. She is further survived by 21 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband David, her sons William and Michael, son-in-law William "Joe" Redmond. A Funeral Service will be held at 4PM on Thursday, May 28th, 2020 at Calvary Church (1110 E. Decorah Rd. West Bend, WI 53095) with Pastor Jerry Michaelson presiding. The family will receive visitors at the church from 2-4PM. The Eernisse Funeral Home of Port Washington is assisting the family with arrangements. On-line condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com