Michael Wagner
1951 - 2024
Michael Paul Wagner
WHEELERSBURG-Michael Paul Wagner, 72, of Wheelersburg passed away at his home Friday, March 22, 2024. Mike was born May 26, 1951 in Portsmouth to Paul Wagner and the late Adah Ruth Harper Wagner. Mike was a U.S. Air Force veteran serving during the Vietnam war era. He was Owner/Operator of Wagner Rental and he was on the Porter Township Volunteer Fire Department for over 20 years. In addition to his father, Mike is survived by his wife, Cynthia “Cindy” L. Murawski Wagner whom he married October 27, 1973 in Irwin, PA. He is also survived by two sons, Paul Wagner and Kevin (Leslie) Wagner; three brothers, David, Dan and Tim Wagner and three grandchildren, Taylor Schmidt, Kendal Wagner and Grayson Wagner. Mike had a love for dirt late model racing, where he enjoyed spending time with his boys. He liked to restore classic muscle cars and attend car shows. You could always find him on his tractor or out in the garage, watching a basketball game or at the local dirt track. More than anything he was so proud of his family and spending time with his kids and grandkids.
Services for Mike will be 8:00 pm Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at Harrison-Pyles Funeral Home in Wheelersburg with Pastor Rick Clark officiating. Interment will be 11:00 am Wednesday, March 27, 2024 in KY Veterans Cemetery-East. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday, 4:00 pm until the 8:00 pm service. In lieu of flowers, make memorial contributions to the VA or Rock Church. Condolences to the family may be made at www.harrison-pyles.com.
Condolences
Ila Tennison Culp
Dear Cindy, I was so sorry to hear ofMike’s passing. My cousin, Nelson Krueger first told me about it saying that he had went to the funeral. I was in the Junior class play with him. So sorry for your loss Ila Culp
Guy Leake
Cindy, I offer my most sincere sympathy for you and your family. Mike and I were good friends all through the years and I will always remember the smiles he brought out when we were around him. I pray for you and your family to find the strength to endure the grief.
Shelby Hammond
My thoughts and prayers are with this beautiful, and genuine family. Sending my love to every single one of you.
Peggy & Phil Pertuset
Our hearts are heavy. We are so sorry for your loss. Many thoughts and prayers for all of you.
Barb Perkins
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Brian Bays
So sorry to hear about Mike. I haven’t seen him for a number of years but I always remember his smile when he saw you. We are praying for your family during this difficult time. God Bless!!
Ruth Eubank Strawser
Please accept my deepest and most sincere sympathy on the passing of Mike. As a classmate of Mike's throughout my 12 years in Wheelersburg schools, I always found him to be a sweet, kind, and genuinely good person. I wish his family much peace and comfort as they walk the path of grief. Abundant blessings to each.
Stephanie Hilton
Cindy and Family, We are heartbroken and grieved with you over the passing of your dear husband, father and grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May Jesus comfort your hearts with his peace and presence. With Love, Mark & Stephanie Hilton & Family