Colonie - Michael Todd Newman, 51, died Saturday, October 24, 2020 at the Albany Medical Center Hospital. Born in Albany, Michael was the son of Janet Vroman Wheeler, George Wheeler and the late David Newman. Michael held several positions, including sales and manager at Wheelers Liquor Store in Colonie for 30 years. He loved and cherished his family and enjoyed fishing and hunting. In addition to his parents, Michael is survived by his siblings, Robert Wheeler (Laura) of Kansas City, KA, Laurie Allen (James) of San Juan Capistrano, CA, George Wheeler, III (Debra) of Kissimmee, FL and Darcy Preheim (Thomas) of Dallas, TX; several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews; and his two loving dogs, Ozzy and Murphy. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 29, 2020 at the Reilly & Son Funeral Home, Colonie. Burial will be in Memory’s Garden in Colonie. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 4 - 6 p.m. in the funeral home. For those who wish, memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Ln, Latham, NY 12110 would be appreciated.