Charles Michael "Mike" Wheeler, Sr., 55, of Lexington Park, MD, died on January 9, 2012 at his residence. Born on July 16, 1956 he was the son of George Bernard and Martha Elaine Wood Wheeler.

He was the loving companion of Esther Adalbjorns.

Mr. Wheeler is survived by his son Jonathan Wheeler of Lusby, MD and siblings; Joseph B. Wheeler, Sr. of St. Inigoes, MD, Robert M. Wheeler, James W. Wheeler, and Patricia E. Thomas all of Lexington Park, MD.

Charles is preceded in death by his son Charles M. Wheeler, Jr.

Mike graduated from Great Mills High School, Great Mills, MD, and was a lifelong resident of St. Mary's County, MD. He was a Radar Systems Engineer for BAE Systems for 12 years retiring in 2011. Charles enjoyed fishing, NASCAR Racing, and hunting.

The family will receive friends on Friday, January 13, 2012 in Holy Face Catholic Church, Great Mill, MD, from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM with Fr. Joseph Calis officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be; Joseph B. Wheeler, Jr., James B. Sheehan, Chris Wheeler, Jake Wheeler, Carlos Thomas, and Timmy Wheeler.

Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A, Leonardtown, MD.