Elise A. Wheelehon

Elise Ann Wheelehon (nee Buerk), of Defiance, MO, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at the age of 58. Beloved wife of James Wheelehon; cherished daughter of Kaaran Herman and the late Arthur Buerk; devoted mother of Jarod (Ashlee) Schaab, Nicholas Wheelehon and Jessica (Jon) Gonzalez; loving grandmother of Damion Schaab; dear sister of Robyn (Kevin) Stutesman; treasured aunt of Cameron Stutesman; Elise is also survived by many cousins and dear friends.

Elise was a member of Job’s Daughter Bethel 49 in Crestwood. She had a radiant smile that would light up a room. Her family was very important to her, she loved being a support for them and her friends. She was dearly loved by all that knew her.

Memorial contributions can be made in Elise honor to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.