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BORN
1934
DIED
2010
Charles Wise Obituary
He was born February 7, 1934, in Easton, PA, and moved to St. Petersburg, Fla., in 1945.
He was a plumbing inspector for Pinellas County Building Department for 26 1/2 years. He retired in 1997 and then relocated to Citrus County.
He was preceded in death by a son, Martin Whitfield Wise. Survivors include his wife of 23 years, Joanne (Keck) Wise; 2 sons, Charles R. Wise Jr. (Patricia) and G. Kenneth Wise (Tammy), both of St. Petersburg; a daughter, Sharon K. Rose (Merlin) of Pampa, Texas; and 3 grandchildren, Charles R. Wise III, Joshua K. Wise and Shelby Ann Rose. He also had 2 stepdaughters, 1 stepson and 8 step-grandchildren.
Private cremation arrangements are under the care of National Cremation & Burial Services, Hudson, Fla. A memorial service will be held at a later date. The family suggest in lieu of flowers, those who wish may make a contribution to Hospice of Citrus County, P.O. Box 641270, Beverly Hills, Fla. 34465.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Wise
January 19, 2011
Dear Chuck, Ken, and Sharon and all of Charlie's Family,
We never called Charlie "Uncle Charlie" even tho' he was our uncle-in-law. He was always more like our brother and "brother-in-law" as was Shirley our sister and sister-in-law. We have so many fond memories of the lives we shared together, fun times, sad times, and exciting times. Al always has said "Charlie would give you the shirt off his back". He was so good to us, always helping when and where ever he could. He was a VERY good man and a proud father. We will miss him.
Much love to you all,
Al and Jan
Sharon Rose
January 14, 2011
I've always felt so lucky to have had a father like you. Charlie, Ken and myself have a strong and clear inner compass. That is because you loved your children enough to care about the type of peope we would become. Since I've been a parent I have often sat in amazement of how easy you made it seem to coach us down the right paths. Not always the path you would have picked but never a path you would not walk with us every step of the way. You gave us the tools to face life and deal with any situation. We learned to be responsible, caring, loving but to fight for what is right and those who could not always fight for themselves. Thank you dad for all the times you were hard on us, all the times you made us laugh and for all the times you just plain loved us through something. I will miss you and will love you forever. I feel so blessed to be able to say my dad loved me no matter what. I have inherited your love of life and humor towards it. I have also inherited from you as my husband likes to say, more backbone than any girl he has ever known a more than some guys he knows.
Tammy Wise
January 13, 2011
I was so blessed and privilaged to have you for a father-in-law. You were such a kind person and a fine example of what makes a good man.I know because I was lucky enough to marry your son. We will celebrate your life by cherishing and remembering all of the laughter and happy times and there were many. Above all else through good times and bad our love as a family always shined through. To quote you dad you never said goodbye but "God Bless and so long" I know that you are at peace now. You will be in my heart forever missed and forever loved.Tam
Kenny Wise
January 12, 2011
Thanks Dad for always doing the right thing, and passing this on to your children.
Josh Wise
January 11, 2011
It was my honor over the last nineteen years to call Charlie Wise my Grandpa. He was a wonderful man with an incredible spirit filled with kindness, good humor and love. Over the years I had the privelage of listening to and learning from Grandpa's stories of the good ol' days on Tampa Bay and beyond. Grandpa and I had alot of fun times fishing out at the Sunshine Skyway Pier, John's Pass and the grass flats of St. Joe Bay. It is my hope that some of Grandpa's inherent traits of decency, honesty and most importantly the ability to love unconditionally have been passed down the Wise line to myself. Grandpa, through his love has left an indelible mark on me and he will never be forgotten. I will sorely miss him, but I seek comfort in the fact that it is not goodbye but merely "So long" .
Jude Hobson
January 8, 2011
Dear Joanne and Nancy,
We are happy to have seen "Uncle Charlie" before he passed. He was a very loving and informative man that helped us when Randy's machanical abilities could not get the job done. His friendship was enjoyed. We will miss him as you do already. Please call on us to help you in ways we can.
Your friends,
Jude, Randy, Veronica, and Edie
Terry and Karen Foley
January 7, 2011
Dear Charlie, Kenny, and Sharon
When Uncle Charlie crossed the street it meant there was going to be laughter in our house. He was always a buoyant spirit.
Thinking of you and your families in your time of grief. Love, Karen and Terry
Charles Wise Jr.
January 7, 2011
We thank all for their thoughts.
Robert&Mary Owen
January 7, 2011
We are so sorry. He was a wonderful man. He is in no pain now. May God bless the family through this difficult time.
Patsy Owen Wise
January 6, 2011
It's a good thing you can't pick your family because I couldn't have picked a better father-in-law than you. We'll miss you every day. Love you always-
Fred Smith
January 5, 2011
Charley , we had some good times up to the river and at work . You always had a smile to anybody you met . You never said good bye but "so long ". So until we meet again , so long my friend . We'll see you later . Freddy
Charles Wise III
January 5, 2011
Love you so much Grandpa. You will be dearly missed and always in my thoughts.
Larry Miller
January 5, 2011
Sorry to see you go, Uncle Charley. I guess God needed a good plumber up there. Don't catch all the snook - leave some for Jimmy and me. See you in the blink of an eye, Charley. We love you.
Larry & Jimmy Miller (Gainesville & Citra, FL)
Debbie Kelber
January 5, 2011
Charlie & Kenny, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your families are in my thoughts and prayers.
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