Jenson C.
Nancy Wheeler Bagwell, 61, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on February 24, 2025, due to heart disease complications. Born on January 1, 1964, in Okinawa, Japan, she was the daughter of Lt. Col. William Bryan Wheeler, Jr. and Vivian Lorraine Conway.
Nancy spent her formative years in Kissimmee, Florida, before settling in Lakeland, where she found her true home. She was a woman of warmth, strength, and kindness who built a life filled with love and devotion to her family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Larry "Ricky" Bagwell, and her dear sister, Natsuko Nana. She is survived by her brother, William Bryan Wheeler III, her two cherished children, Steven (Melany) and Stefanie (Robert), and her adored grandchildren, Tyler and Ashley and her loving friend Brock Toews.
Nancy found joy in life’s simple moments and will be remembered for her feisty spirit, unwavering love, and the deep impact she left on all who knew her.
In honor of her deep love for her dog Otis, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Osceola County Animal Shelter.
"Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment, until it becomes a memory." — Theodor Seuss Geisel
Nancy spent her formative years in Kissimmee, Florida, before settling in Lakeland, where she found her true home. She was a woman of warmth, strength, and kindness who built a life filled with love and devotion to her family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Larry "Ricky" Bagwell, and her dear sister, Natsuko Nana. She is survived by her brother, William Bryan Wheeler III, her two cherished children, Steven (Melany) and Stefanie (Robert), and her adored grandchildren, Tyler and Ashley and her loving friend Brock Toews.
Nancy found joy in life’s simple moments and will be remembered for her feisty spirit, unwavering love, and the deep impact she left on all who knew her.
In honor of her deep love for her dog Otis, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Osceola County Animal Shelter.
"Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment, until it becomes a memory." — Theodor Seuss Geisel
