Chris C. Wheeler Sr., 48, of Lisbon died Feb. 17, 2015, at Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston, with his loving family at his side, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident

Chris was born in Boothbay Harbor on Sept. 22, 1966, a son of Patricia (Chase) and Robert Wheeler Jr.

He grew up in the Boothbay area and attended local schools. He was a graduate of the Boothbay Region High School.

After high school, Chris proudly served his country in the Air Force for nearly four years. After his service in the military, he started working at Bath Iron Works as an electrician. While there, he earned his associate degree at Maine Maritime Academy in a work provided education program.

On Aug. 20, 1994 he married the former Michelle Taylor at the chapel at Bowdoin College. Chris was always known for his contagious smile and vibrant personality, his love for the Boston Bruins, his fascination with helicopters, kayaking, fishing, hiking and attending high school basketball games. He will also be remembered for his love of spending quality time with his family; and Hayley will forever be “Daddy’s Girl.”

He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Michelle Wheeler, and their daughter, Hayley of Lisbon, a son, Chris C. Wheeler Jr. and his wife Jacqueline of Henderson, Nevada; his siblings, Robert Wheeler III, Patrice Carter and Roberta Wentworth, and several nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind two grandchildren; Jordan and Juliana Wheeler; and two very special grand-nieces, Elise and Tegan Gianikas. He was predeceased by his father, Robert Wheeler Jr.

The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the nursing staff in the ICU at CMMC for the care and compassion that they showed Chris and his family during this trying time. Condolences may be shared with Chris’ family at www.crosmanfuneralhome.com.

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, Feb. 20 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The family has requested that those who attend wear their beloved Bruins gear. A Celebration of Chris’ life will take place on Saturday Feb. 21 at 2 p.m. at the Berean Baptist Church in Brunswick. Interment will take place at a later date.

Those wishing, in lieu of flowers, may make a charitable contribution in Chris’ memory to: The Life Flight Foundation at www.lifeflightmaine.org for his love of helicopters and for those in need of speedy medical assistance.

Arrangements are under the care of Crosman Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services, 40 Main St. Lisbon Falls, 207-353-4951.