Irma Jean Wiley

Irma Jean Wiley, 94, of Carmel passed away October 10, 2021.  She was born November 15, 1926, in Indianapolis, the daughter of the late Frank and Elinor (Helphinstine) Leslie.  She married George L. Wiley, who preceded her in passing on September 26, 2011.

A lifelong resident of Indianapolis, Jean graduated from Arsenal Technical High School. After graduating, she worked as a secretary at Stout Field, where she met her husband George.   They were married in 1949.  During their marriage of over 50 years, they had three sons.  Jean was able to stay at home for 15 years, nurturing and caring for their sons.  Always one to value education, she wanted to give their sons an opportunity to go to college.  Jean worked as a secretary at Traders Point Christian Church then at Pike Township Schools where she loved her job and worked 26 years in the school system before retiring in 1992.  For her dedication to her job, she was named an Honorary Alumnus in 2008.  Jean and George were active members of Traders Point Christian Church for 37 years and later members of Hazel Dell Christian Church.   Jean was also active in Kappa Kappa Sigma Sorority, bowling leagues and cub scouts.   A loving wife and mother, faithful to God, and a hard worker is how Jean would like to be best remembered.

She is survived by her three sons, Mark (Debbie) Wiley, Michael L. (Sylvia) Wiley, Tim L. (Amy) Wiley; 9 grandchildren; and 18 great grandchildren.

Private services will be held at a future date.  Online condolences may be shared by visiting flannerbuchanan.com.  Arrangements were entrusted to Flanner Buchanan – Carmel.