Bob is survived by; daughter, Harriet Moore; son, Harry (Anne) McMillan; grandchildren, Meredith Moore, Wills (Tracy) Moore, Billy McMillan, Scott McMillan and Jake (Lucie) McMillan as well as 6 great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by; his wife, Edith and his daughter, Francine Smitherman.
Mr. Wheeler was a graduate of Auburn University and a World War II veteran who served in the Army Air Corp. An excellent golfer, a pilot and an avid fisherman, he spent much of his adult life in Tuscaloosa where he utilized his engineering degree with Motion Industries.
While condolence flowers are certainly appreciated, donations to Children's Harbor are also encouraged.
A visitation for Mr. Wheeler will be held Friday, December 20, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Leak Memory Chapel. A graveside service for family members will follow in Greenwood Cemetery officiated by Rev. Bill Joseph.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Leak-MC.com for the Wheeler family.
