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| https://web.archive.org/web/20140918195203/http://goodlatte.house.gov/press_releases/585 | GOODLATTE NAMES ROANOKE COUPLE 'ANGELS IN ADOPTION' | 2014-09-16 | 2014 | 2014-09 | Republican | House | VA | Robert Goodlatte | G000289 | web.archive.org | legacy | GOODLATTE NAMES ROANOKE COUPLE 'ANGELS IN ADOPTION' WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Bob Goodlatte, a member of the Congressional Coalition on Adoption, named Patrick and Judy Wheeler of Roanoke the Sixth District of Virginia’s 2014 “Angels in Adoption.” The Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute’s Angels in Adoption Program is designed to celebrate individuals, couples, or organizations from across the nation that have made an extraordinary contribution on behalf of children in need of homes. Members of Congress have the opportunity to honor one nominee from each congressional district per year who is making a difference in the lives of children. “Patrick and Judy Wheeler have a passion for adoption and a true heart for children in need,” said Congressman Goodlatte. “It is my honor to recognize them as this year’s ‘Angels in Adoption.’ Mrs. Wheeler recently said that ‘most people were thinking of retirement, but our hearts are with these children.’ Despite many challenges and long adoption processes, the Wheelers have blessed 11 young children with the loving home and opportunities they deserve. I am thankful for their willingness to bring these children into their family. This selfless act is truly to be commended.” Patrick and Judy Wheeler, who reside in Roanoke, have adopted seven children from China and three from Vietnam as well as one child from the Roanoke area. Eight of their adopted children are cleft affected and the Wheelers have ensured that these children receive the surgeries, treatment, and loving care that they need. The Wheelers also have two biological children and four grandchildren. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |