Christopher Wheeler, 55, of Morton Grove, beloved father of Matthew (Amanda), Patrick, Samantha (Jay) Schroeder, Rebecca, John, and Autumn; loving grandfather of 6; cherished son of William and Shirley; fond brother of Craig (Amy), Kevin (Sue), and Curtis (Mary). Funeral from Simkins Funeral Home 6251 Dempster St. Morton Grove, IL 60053 Thursday, March 16th at 10:30 a.m. to St. Martha Church. Mass at 11:00 a.m. Cremation private. Visitation Wednesday, March 15th from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital P.O. Box 1000 Dept. 142 Memphis, TN 38101. (847) 965-2500.