Legislator Details
Vital Records Information:
Marital Information:
married Sarah J. Haight, dau. of Reuben Haight, May 1860; she died in 1863;
married Mary J. Ellis of Hastings, 12/26/1865; she died 12/20/1875; married Mrs. Maria I. McNabb of Big Rapids, 9/10/1876; children: Leota, and 4 others
Number of Children: 5
Background
Education:
academic education
Biographical Sketch:
Of Scott/Irish descent. Son of Asa and Henrietta (Betts) Wheeler. Moved to Michigan at age 5; moved from Washtenaw Co. to Woodland, Barry Co., after 7 yrs. He taught in district schools for several years before entering the 6th Michigan Cavalry in 1861. Settled in Nashville, MI after the Civil War. Built the 1st general store there. He served on the board of education, the common council and was village treasurer.
Notable Facts:
Death certificate gives birth date as 2/5/1830
Ran for the legislature in 1878 as a Prohibition Party candidate.