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1951
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2025
James Wise Obituary
Patrick
May 31, 1951 - April 9, 2025
Jim Wise passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025 at the age of 73, only two weeks after receiving a stage four metastatic lung cancer diagnosis. He was surrounded by the love of his family.
Jim leaves behind a tremendous community of friends and a loving family that he was extraordinarily proud of. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Hollis, and his two children and their partners, Sidney (Luke Maschinot) and Patrick (Karissa Barrera); his siblings, Mellie Friend (Charlie) of Charlotte, NC, Nancy Cameron of Greensboro, NC, and Mike Wise (Mary Dean) of Boone, NC; his in-laws; and 11 nieces and nephews; and extended family.
A memorial service celebrating Jim's life will be held at 2:00 PM on April 27, 2025, First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta, 1328 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30309. In lieu of flowers, Jim's family requests that gifts may be made in his memory to the Old Fourth Ward Neighborhood Association, the High Museum of Art, or First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta.
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Sidney Wise
May 5, 2025
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Francis Hale III
April 28, 2025
Jim was one of the nicest people. I was new to the area and he welcomed me as though he had known me forever. Tragic that he went so fast. I cannot imagine the shock you have felt. Peace be with you.
P. Lyn Middleton
April 21, 2025
I remember so well, Jim's smile. I was at the N C State School of Design
when I met Jim. I also shared an apartment with him and his girlfriend my first semester in grad school. Jim and I hung out with the same group of design friends. I graduaed to Atlanta after I graduated and soon so did Jim
and again we hung out in same circle of friends. After 3 years, I left Atlanta but Jim stayed and opened up a great studio, married Hollis! In the past few years Jim and I stayed in touch through social media, sharing
our creativity. I was so impressed with his paintings and loved seeing him blossom! and then reflect in silver teapots! I will always remember his smile and friendly spirit. He flies high!
Susan Weathers Myers
April 20, 2025
Jim was an incredible artist and a wonderful person! We endured Ms. Erlick´s (sp?) art class at Broughton High School in Raleigh, NC. Jim was the best artist in the class. I believe he was in charge of designing, art directing and painting an incredible mural in Broughton. I´m so glad I got to know him. - Susan Weathers Myers, Class of 1969.
Gay Haley
April 16, 2025
Bill and I are stunned and saddened by the sudden loss of Jim. He livened Sunday School classes with art lectures and visuals of religious art. Quite the expert and an engaging presenter. We first got to know him through our daughters who were in school together from Morningside through Grady. Our prayers are with Jim´s family. Gay Haley
Debra and Guy Robinson
April 15, 2025
Guy and I are just heartbroken to learn of Jim´s passing. He was an exceptional human and lived his life to the fullest prayers of comfort for Hollis and his children and many friends. Godspeed Jim.
Maddy Duke
April 14, 2025
I cherish the memories of the many trips I have taken with Jim. I will miss his sense of humor and frankness! He truly was a special man and will be missed by many.
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