Michael T. Wise

Michael T. Wise, 61, Gastonia, passed away on August 16, 2014 at the Levine Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville. Before Mr. Wise's illness he was employed at Dallas Electric Contractors. His greatest pleasure was cooking out with his family and friends every Saturday night regardless of weather. He was preceded in death by his parents Ann Heffner and father James Heffner and a brother Jeff Heffner.

Survivors include his loving wife of 23 years, Rhonda Hilton Wise. 3 Children, Wesley Wise, Joshua Wise and his wife Nicole and also Hunter Shires. Sister Patti Wise Queen and her husband Billy. Father- in- law Mr. Jack M. Hilton and also special aunts, cousins, in-laws including 2 nieces and 2 nephews.

Memorial services to celebrate Michael's life will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday August 20 at Catawba Heights Baptist Church in Belmont with Reverend Raymond Johns officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 1:00 PM. Inurnment will be private.

In lieu of flowers please make memorials to Hospice & Palliative Care of Lincoln County, 900 Dontia Dr., Lincolnton, NC 28092. Arrangements handled by Benson Funeral & Cremation Services, Mt. Holly.