Bob J. Wheeler, 67, of Pataskala, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2020 at his residence after a long battle with cancer. He was born on September 5, 1952 in Columbus, OH, a son to the late Jess and Etta (Hinkle) Wheeler. Bob retired in 2009 from the Pataskala Police Department serving over 30 years of employment and was currently working for the Mayor’s Court as a Bailiff. He is survived by his daughter, Sara (Seth Coakley) Rice; granddaughter, Liberty Hildebrand; brothers, Richard (Darlene) Wheeler and Jim (Anne) Wheeler; nieces and nephews, Becky Wheeler, Brandon Wheeler and Jennifer (Jim) Kitchen. Friends may call from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at KAUBER-FRALEY FUNERAL HOME, 289 S. Main St., Pataskala, OH 43062. Honoring the family’s wishes following the visitation cremation will take place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The James, 460 W. 10th Ave., Columbus, OH, in Bob’s memory.