M. D. Wheeler, farmer, was born in Campbell Co., April 6, 1837, the son of R. D. and Charlotte Bridgeman Wheeler. He grew up accustomed to the advantages and disadvantages of rural life and served as a Federal soldier throughout the war. He then returned to his native place, and married Sarah Hunter of Campbell Co, TN. James D. and Anna B. are their only children. His wife died July 29, 1868, and Sept 23, 1875, he married Emma J. Hoss, a daughter of Landon C. Hoss, of Knox Co. Robert L., J. H. and Richard R. have been born to them. He owned and cultivated 360 acres and was engaged in stock dealing. He was a gauger and store-keeper for the Government at Distillery No. 337, owned by F. Wilson. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church South, a Master mason and K of H.