Mr. Eugene Thomas Wheeler of Halifax passed away February 15, 2016. He was born in Amherst County on April 2, 1942 and was 73 years old. He was the son of the late Hiram Wheeler and the late Thelma Bowling Wheeler. He was married to Betty Crenshaw Wheeler, who survives. He was former co-owner of Kelly-Wheeler Chrysler Plymouth in Centerville. Mr. Eugene Thomas Wheeler is survived by: His Wife Betty Crenshaw Wheeler of Halifax, VA One Son Thomas Newton Wheeler of Bridgeville, PA One Stepdaughter Starlet Riviere and husband Haven of New Smyrna Beach, FL One Stepson Michael Hudson of DeBary, FL Three Grandchildren Haley Wheaton of Lynchburg, VA Kendyl Wheeler and CJ Wheeler of Pittsburg, PA Step Grandchildren Tyler Pieropan Bailey Hudson Colby and Ashley Riviere One Sister Agnes W. Steele and husband Ralph of Amherst, VA One Sister-in-law Anna Wheeler of Lynchburg, VA Host of Nieces and Nephews ***Preceded in death by*** His Parents Harim and Thelma Bowling Wheeler One Brother Carroll Wheeler Memorial service will be held Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 3:00P.M. at Powell Funeral Home Chapel with William Murray officiating. There will be a reception to follow service at Halifax County Country Club In lieu of flowers, please consider the Halifax County Cancer Association, P.O. Box 1890, Halifax, VA 24558