of Harrison, AR
December 23, 1955 - March 14, 2024
Michael DeeWayne Wheeler, age 68, of Harrison gained his heavenly wings on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center. He was born December 23, 1955 in Harrison, Arkansas to Zelmer Wheeler and Katherine (Burdine) Wheeler. He is preceded in death by his parents.
Michael loved his family more than anything in this world. He also loved to float the Buffalo River. In his youth, he worked at Dog Patch as an animal trainer. Michael raised horses and even had the World Grand Champion Fox Trotter from 2002 to 2004. Some people would say he was the best two-stepper in a five-county radius. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. He is now in heaven watching Toby Keith play his guitar and two-stepping along. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his daughter, Kristin and her husband, Kevin Blessing of Delaware, Ohio; his son, James Ray Wheeler of Wichita, Kansas; one brother, Tommie Wheeler of Vendor, Arkansas; two sisters, Burdina and Kathy; five grandchildren, Charles Michael and his wife, Emily Ann Griffin, Bradley Dean Jones and his friend, Deshawnta Cacette, Allison Nicole Wheeler, Kelsey Elizabeth Wheeler and Gavin Corbin Wheeler; one great-grandchild, Emerson Knox Griffin and many other family and friends.
Visitation was on Monday, March 18, 2024 at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Capps Full Gospel Church, 5204 AR-392, Harrison, Arkansas 72601.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 18707413113.
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26 Condolence(s)
Kristin / Kevin Blessing
Friday, March 29, 2024
Oh Daddy-O. It has taken me this long to be able to sign this book for you. I am heartbroken. No more “double-tap” phone calls to hear your funny storytelling and tell you I love you. No more “Mike-isms “ just when I think I’ve heard them all before. We had our ups and downs over the years for sure but we’ve had nothing but ups for a really long time now and I’m so grateful for that. The last text I sent you said “I’m proud to be your daughter daddy-o! J love you!” I’m also grateful for that. I can’t imagine celebrating our birthday without you here ever again. Until we meet again I promise to keep the “Mike-isms” alive.
Russell Robinson
Sunday, March 24, 2024
Liked Mike first time I met him over 45 years ago.. Great man!!! Condolences to the family..
Bastian Ruehle
Saturday, March 23, 2024
Oh Boy...really thought and had hoped we got to meet again in this World.
Thanks for the unforgettable moments back in the early 90s.
He taught me how to drive and horse back ride and many other small things.
My condolences to all his family.
Deshawnta Cachette
Saturday, March 23, 2024
Love you Gramps
Amber Rose Choate
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Gone too soon. You will be greatly missed, You had such a big giant heart. Thank you for everything praying for comfort and peace for all that knew him
Randy Cooper
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
I just heard yesterday and if I’d know I would’ve been to visitation. I was like couldn’t believe. He was our neighbor across road on 7 South. He took us floating and new them rivers real well. I’ll never forget him saving a group who just set in river before us. Currant was real narrow and swift. They had baby in diapers that got caught under water in brush n the guy jumped in n pulled baby out in time. Their Canoe filled up n floated down. Mike took his boat and assisted them best we could. To this day I fill like we were there at time for a reason from above. My fathernlaw was raised in Newton county n new Mike and family well (Charles Edwards). Mike was good neighbor to us, if needed tractor to load something he was there. He knew this area real well and I’ll miss him n think of him especially floating the Buffalo. I didn’t see funeral time unless I missed, I’d like to attend.
Jeanie Grace
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Sure enjoyed seeing you show your horses. Trips to get hay from you was always a adventure. I never knew what kind of trailer I would be pulling back and forth. Thanks for your friend ship. Will miss you.
JULIE Mazor
Monday, March 18, 2024
My Heart is broken.You were such a good good friend to me from the very first time we met,and then I found out that we were kin. I am glad that I saw you when I was in Boone co.last trip through.I will miss you so much and never forget the tome we shared.....My condolences to Kristin and the "Grandboys"Crooked Creek will never be the same.
Lajuan matlock
Monday, March 18, 2024
This earthly world lost a great one the day you passed. Your passing has left a hole in my heart. Behave yourself up there in heaven. My heart and prayers are with you Kristen,Bradley,deshaunta,and the rest of your family.
Myriah Moore
Monday, March 18, 2024
When I heard the news I didn't want to believe it . Mike was by far one of the most, if not The most, interesting guy i have ever met. You name it, he had been there done that... He was a dear friend and helped me through alot.. there's definitely a huge hole in my heart... I pray for peace for the family and friends...
Joreba J Shannon
Monday, March 18, 2024
Now can we go fishing I already miss you like crazy, Don't worry about the camper, I'll get it home. Dang it Mike you are my best friend and I will miss our talks just wish I could have met you sooner as i enjoyed listening to your stories and u also taught me alot. I'm sorry for getting upset w you bc you were late to my party I was just one year older and I was depressed. I love you Mike. Please watch over and teach us all how to heal from this my heart hurts, I'm just lost it won't be the same without you. Love you Mike Never forgotten always in my heart.and on my mind.
Bobbie hammons
Monday, March 18, 2024
I remember the days of working with Mike at Dog Patch . He ran the petting zoo in 1976 seems like yesterday. We were friends for a lot of years. He'll be missed by so many my heart and prayers are with his family at this time .
Jeannie king
Sunday, March 17, 2024
I don’t even no where to start my heart is broken as I no yours are too. Mike was a very special person in so many many ways, he always had a smile and a warm hug no matter what he was going through. I can’t even begin to express how special he was
to many.
My prayer is his family and friends will find peace and comfort through our Lord. I no Mike would want each of us to except the Lord as our savior and live for him
Raven Cullen
Sunday, March 17, 2024
May the Lord comfort and guide this family in their grief. Praying all of you feel loved and cared for during this time of sadness.
Sending all my love!
Kisha
Sunday, March 17, 2024
Sending love and prayers to the family/friends!
Pauletta Broadaway
Sunday, March 17, 2024
All my love to Mike's family and friends.......
Bridgette Hallmark
Sunday, March 17, 2024
I have only a handful of friends and Mike was one of them. I will miss him.
Sharon Kaye Villines-Tatro
Sunday, March 17, 2024
You will be greatly missed.
Thanks so much for being my brother Curtis 's friend, and mine as well.
Ann Sanders
Sunday, March 17, 2024
I'm very sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathy to all the family.
Don foy
Sunday, March 17, 2024
Alden and Christi Lane
Sunday, March 17, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss. My husband and I thought the world of "Ole man Mike". He was always there ready to help anyone out without hesitation. A true friend. He will be sorely missed.
Ronnie and Diane Manes
Sunday, March 17, 2024
Kristin, We were so shocked to hear about Mike. He was a good friend, we had alot of good times with him. Our prayers are with you and the boys. Talk about him two steppin', he and Peggy (my sister) can two step together in heaven. Love you, and again so sorry to hear about his passing.
Mandy Mcpherson
Saturday, March 16, 2024
Mike was a great man and will be missed by many!
NaKita Hollingsworth
Saturday, March 16, 2024
I pray you are in the presence of the Lord finding all the good things God has to offer a man. Thank you for always being a friend. You were true blue. You jumped through rings of fire for me and I pray your in heaven smiling.
Ted and Robin Willis
Saturday, March 16, 2024
We have many fond memories of Mike from our 20’s and 30’s. We agree whole heartedly with the observation in his obituary re his 2 step prowess and we were always amazed at his ability to train just about any kind of animal. Our deepest condolences to his family. We pray for your peace.
Carol Brwn
Saturday, March 16, 2024
Thoughts and prayers