Walter G Wheeler

Walter “Wally” G. Wheeler, 83, of Emmett, ID, passed away on January 30, 2026. Wally was born March 1, 1942 to Robert and Viola Wheeler.

For much of Wally’s childhood, his parents lived and worked at the Johnson Ranch. He grew up playing, and getting into trouble, with his two brothers in the wide-open spaces of rural Idaho. Wally joined the Marines in 1959. While serving, he earned his diploma and saw other countries and states. After 10 years in the Marines, Wally returned to Emmett and went to work for Albertsons, followed by Davis Realty and Hodgin’s Realty. He later opened his own office, Wheeler Realty, as a broker and he managed property and built houses. He also served as Building Inspector and a volunteer firefighter for Gem County. Wally worked for City Transfer for several years.  He opened a paint shop and started painting houses.  Wally’s hobbies included the latest technologies, camping, fishing, crocheting blankets for family and friends, 4-wheeling, puttering around his shop and going to the Wild Horse Casino with Jan and friends.

Wally was preceded in death by Carole White Wheeler; his parents, Robert and Viola Wheeler; siblings, Ramona Rogers, Martha Climer, Paul Enwards, May Inwards and Blanche Inwards.  He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Jan Wheeler; a brother, Don (Sharon) Wheeler; his two children, Debbie (Jeff) Katz and Wally (Laura) Wheeler Jr; six step-children, Shane (Julie) VonWald, Tanya (Kirby) Van Leuven, Deon (Warren) Budell, Tanda (Wilbur) Charters, Troy White and Chuck White; three grandchildren, Kyle Wheeler, Monika (Eric) Hutchins, and Tony (Kaitlyn) Wheeler; two great-grandchildren, Anna and Theo, and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

Wally will best be remembered for his love of joking with family, friends, and waitresses. 

His funeral will be held at Potter Funeral Chapel in Emmett on Saturday, February 7, at 1PM, graveside services following. A viewing will be on Friday, February 6, from 5-7PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or Gem County Senior Center. 

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