Ava Gisele Wheatley was born December 25, 1956 to Alfred and Sammie Wheatley in Athens Texas. She was the second of four children, and the oldest daughter. After graduating from Carter High School Ava earned her B.S. degree from UT-Austin and her graduate Registered Pharmacist degree from Southwest Oklahoma State University. She started her professional career with Revco Pharmacy (nka CVS) in Wynnewood Village. Her tenure with the company spanned over 40 years where she became a Pharmacy Manager and well-known figure in the community. Ava was an avid traveler who was always eager to share that hobby with her many friends and family members. Her wanderlust led her to many countries across the world where she seemingly never met a stranger. In all her personal and professional accomplishments Ava never failed to give all glory to God. She was baptized at an early age and was never shy about proclaiming her faith. Ava had a great love for her Christian family who remained a source of comfort throughout her life journey. She was a member of Antioch Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church (AFMBC) and served in the Senior Saints Ministry. Ava leaves to cherish her memory and forward her legacy the following: Sammie E. Wheatley, mother; Siblings: Larry (Rosana), Andrea, and Sammie A. (John); Verna Johnson, Aunt; Nephews: Jon, Julian, Jeremy, John, Myles, Jaren, Samuel, Chaz, Bleu; Nieces: Tina, Gina, Niuri, Diamond, Janessa, Patricia, Kiana, Meko, Sienna; one great-great nephew; three great-great nieces; and many family, friends, and colleagues.