He was a former Iron worker Local 70 and Sheet metal worker.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his dad, David Wheatley; brothers and spouses, Charles and Erny Rosenbaum of Mississippi, Tim and Nan Wheatley, Lynn and Kathy Wheatley; his sisters and spouses, Kathy and Rick Hall of Indiana, Linda and Tim Bruederle, Dee Dee and Larry Jones.
Also many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and 1 great great nephew.
He was loved by so many friends that they are to numerous to list. He was an avid fan of the Louisville Cardinals and he loved the horses.
His service will be on Sunday at 5pm at the funeral home.
Visitation will be after 1pm Sunday until service time at the W G Hardy Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations to Hosparus of Louisville or a charity of your choice.
Cremation was chosen.