Dale J. Wheeler, age 86, died Tuesday after a short illness. He was a life resident of the Canton/North Canton area, Timken Vocational High School graduate and retired from the Hoover Company after 50 years of service. Preceded in death by his wife, Antoinette "Toni" Wheeler. Survived by his daughter, Shannon (David) Predragovich, son, Derek Wheeler and grandchildren, Jeremiah, Joshua, LaKayla, Dominick and Zachary. Family and friends may call Friday from 5-7 p.m. at the Lamiell Funeral Home. A graveside service will be Saturday at 10 a.m. at North Canton Cemetery with Rev. Gary Smith officiating.