Lois M. Wheeler, 72 of Russell, Kansas passed away Monday, November 17, 2015 at the Great Bend Regional Hospital in Great Bend, Kansas.

Lois was a Beautician for over 50 years and was owner and operator of Lois’ Beauty Shop in Russell.

Surviving family include her husband of 45 years, Dean Wheeler of the home; brother, Gilbert Meyeres (Frances) of Downs, Kansas; brother-in-law, Robert Wheeler of Portis, Kansas; and sister-in-law, Beverly Roskilly (Jamie) of Salina, Kansas.

Celebration of the Funeral Mass will be held at 11 AM Saturday, November 21, 2015 at St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Russell. Private burial of ashes will follow at a later date. Visitation will be from 9 AM to service time, Saturday at the church.

A Memorial has been established with Russell Council of Catholic Women. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary is in charge of these arrangements.