04/12/2026
Mary Sue Wheeler, 87, of Dyersburg, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 11, 2026, at her daughter’s residence.
She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, soon to be great-great-grandmother and friend to many. She will be deeply missed by her children, Donna Wheeler Canada and Bubba Wheeler and his wife Kim, along with her daughter-in-law Mamye Watson.
She was a proud and loving grandmother to Shane Watson (Jackie), Jamie Dunevant (Alan) Lonnie Wood III, Kirk Hickman (Megan), Kyle Hickman (Morgan), Sissy Scroggins (Josh), Josh Wood (Chloe), John Wheeler, McKenzie Harrison (Thomas) and Jake Wheeler (Shelby).
Her legacy continue through her cherished great-grandchildren; Ashton Watson, Kinlee Sharp, Ethan Scroggins, Allie Grace Davis (Gunner), Avery Hickman, Alex Dye, Addy Hickman, Will Watson, Aubrey Wood, Staley Wood, Luke Scroggins, Jett Harrison, Case Harrison, Sadie Hickman, Mia Hickman and her soon-to-be-great-great-granddaughter, Lynnlee Grace Davis.
Mary Sue was known for always having her home open to everyone and a home-cooked meal on the table. You may not have been one of her own, but she would never turn you away. Her home was a place of comfort, love and belonging to all who entered.
She dedicated 39 years of hard work to Dyersburg Fabrics before retiring in 2001.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Helen House Hurst; her father and stepmother, Bud and Olbelle Hurst; her husband, Don Wheeler; her sisters, Lavenia Woodland and Imogene Mann; her brother, Bud Hurst, Jr.; her stepbrothers, Carl Hicks, Bill Hicks, Clifford Hicks; her granddaughter, Casey Burnham; her daughter, Teresa Wheeler Hickman; her son, Steve Watson; and her stepson, Jimmy Wheeler.
Graveside funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Fairview Cemetery officiated by Pastor Royce McGuire.
The family will receive friends Tuesday from 12 Noon until 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
Honoring Mamaw as pallbearers will be her grandsons, Shane Watson, Lonnie Wood, Kirk Hickman, Kyle Hickman, Josh Wood, Jake Wheeler and Jon Wheeler.
Mary Sue’s life was a reflection of love, generosity and quiet strength. While she will be deeply missed, her family finds comfort in knowing she is at peace and reunited with her loved ones in the presence of the Lord.
“Well done, good and faithful servant…Enter into the joy of your Lord.” – Matthew 25:23
We are privileged and honored to serve the family of Mary Sue Wheeler. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.