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BORN
1959
DIED
2010
Bret Wise Obituary
Elm Grove, LA.
Celebration of life service for Bret Lee Wise will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Chapel on Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. Randy Harper, Pastor of Bellaire Baptist Church will be officiating the service. Visitation will be held at Hillcrest Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 28, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Bret went home to be with the Lord on December 24, 2010. He was born on May 6, 1959 and spent most of his childhood in Texas growing up in an Air Force family. He moved to Barksdale Air Force Base as a teenager, where he graduated from Bossier High School in 1978.
Bret trained in Diesel Mechanics and successfully started his own company, South Bossier Equipment Rental in 1998.
He enjoyed many interests such as riding his Harley, running his farm, and cutting horse competitions, winning the 2006 San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo on his horse El Rio Gato.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Willeford Wise and his brother Jim Wise.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Tammy Connell Wise; daughter Emily Wise and grandson Grady Lee and daughter Sara Wise Spearman and husband Matt. He is also survived by his father, Ret. Lt. Col. Lee B. Wise and wife Caron of San Antonio, TX; sisters Melody Blocker and husband Billy, Judi Wise, and Kim Wise Skains of Bossier City, LA; brother Berny Wise and wife Pam of San Antonio, TX; stepbrothers Todd Penick and wife Elaine of LaMarque, TX ,Gary Penick and many nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Victor Davis, Scotty Henderson, Tad Henderson, Shaun Saunders, Shane Swilley, and Shannon Swilley.
Bret loved his family and friends and lived life with much passion and fun. We will all miss him dearly but need to remember that he always said "I'm gonna be alright!"
Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society.
Family would like to extend a special thanks to the 7th floor nurses at Willis Knighton-Pierrmont and the staff at Willis Knighton Cancer Center.
Words of comfort may be shared with the family by visiting www.hillcrestmemorialfh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Julie Lewis Stanley
May 31, 2011
Tammy, I was in SHV yesterday and saw a black truck at Brookshires on N. Market with "In Memory of my Daddy...Bret Wise" on the back window. My first thought was oh, no, not Tammy's Bret. I got on my iPhone in the parking lot, to unfortunately discover it was your Bret. I'm so sorry I did not know sooner. I can't tell you how shocked and sad I feel for you and the girls. I can still clearly remember the big smile that always came over your face when you spoke of him, or to him on the phone while you were cutting my hair. It was so obvious how much you loved each other. My thoughts are with you.
Lisa Mariotti
January 7, 2011
Tammy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Although I never met Bret or you in person, he has left me with incredible memories of our conversations together these past few months. Tammy, you are a lucky woman to have had Bret in your life. I know it is difficult now, but I'm sure he would want you and the girls to live your lives to the fullest. It has been my pleasure.
Kym Hamiter
January 2, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Wise family. I love you all.
Nancy Shelton
January 2, 2011
Tammy, I am so sorry for your loss and wish I'd found out sooner to go to visitation. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers for God to give you the comfort and strength you need now and in the coming months. I am glad you were blessed with 30 years of marriage. The video is excellent. Wish I'd had the opportunity to know him - he sounds like a wonderful man.
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Sara Beth & Jerry Joyner
January 1, 2011
Tammy and family, our condolences in you loss. May Bret's soul rest in peace.
December 31, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God bless you with His abundant mercy, grace, and perfect peace... Donna and Marshall Endres (Carol Wise's sister and brother-in-law).
Keith & Gina Foshee
December 31, 2010
I remember the first time i met Bret. It was taladega in 2007. From that point on i knew i had met a special friend. i am so grateful that i got to know Bret and tammy over the last few years and i will never forget the times we spent together. My love and Prayers go out to the family.
Keith and Gina Foshee
December 31, 2010
Tammy, it seems so untrue. I was just shocked when I saw this. It seems as though it was only a few years ago that I was at the wedding. I am so very sorry. My prayers are with you and your family.
Glenda & Eddie Goodwin
December 30, 2010
Know we are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks and months ahead. Loss of a husband, father, son, nephew, friend is so very difficult to deal with. Blessings to all of you.
Glenda & Eddie Goodwin (Carol Wise's sister and brother-in-law)
December 30, 2010
Tammy, I just learned of your loss by Sandra Timon. I'm so sorry to hear that your husband, Bret, had passed away. When you used to cut my hair, you always talked about Bret, and I knew that you and Bret had a very special love. You and your family are in my prayers.
Helen Smith
December 30, 2010
Sara, we are so sorry for the loss of your dad. We are praying for God's comfort to you and your family. God bless you all. Love, Les and Johnneta Riggs
December 30, 2010
Emily I am so sorry to hear about your dad, my heart goes out to you, your sister, and your mom. I know he will be greatly missed by ya'll. I will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Charlotte & Scott Davis and kids
Dave Mostowski
December 30, 2010
Tammy,I remember being roomates with Bret when he met you.He was so excited and filled with joy.Ill kept him in my memory.I wish you and the girls my deepest sympathy.
Tracy Knowles Caver
December 29, 2010
Melody & Tammy--So very sorry to hear about Bret. My prayers are with you and your families.
Susie McDowell
December 29, 2010
Tammy,
I just heard about your husband Bret. I am sorry for your loss. My cousin Mitzi Powell told me yesterday. I didn't get to meet Bret but you talked about your family when you used to cut my hair. I lost my Dad and my Uncle in the same week this year. My prayers are with you and your daughters.
Susie McDowell
Pat Saunders
December 29, 2010
My heart goes out to Tammy and the girls and family. Just remember your happy times and memories will be in your heart forever.Prayers are with you and yours.
Lucy and Ronnie Golladay
December 29, 2010
Tammy, we are praying for peace for you and your girls during this most difficult of times. We were blessed to get to know Bret and we can only remember him with a smile, because that is how we always saw him. We hope that you will find a way to smile in the coming days as you remember all of the great years you had together.
Eric Saunders
December 29, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
December 29, 2010
Tammy and family my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time. I will keep you all in my prayers. All my hugs and love.
Debra J. Duncan Kelley
Nicki McLain
December 28, 2010
Emily, we are deeply saddened to hear about your father. Our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Nicki, Jason, Miranda, & Ryan
Michael Meyers
December 28, 2010
I don't know how else to say it but, goodbye old friend. Sorry I wasn't there for you more often. You were a great man and a wonderful friend. I'll never forget the memories.
Robert Breedlove
December 28, 2010
You were our "fearless leader", but much more, a really good friend! You will always be missed !
Shelly Wiard
December 28, 2010
I will miss you forever Uncle Bret, my love will never go away for such a great man! Aunt Tammy, Emily and Sara, I love you so very much!
Jill Mostowski Galusha
December 28, 2010
Tammy, God Bless you at this difficult time. Bret was a great guy and a fondly remembered friend to the whole Mostowski clan. - Jill Mostowski Galusha
December 28, 2010
I will miss you forever Uncle Bret, my love will never go away for such a great man! Aunt Tammy, Emily and Sara, I love you so very much!
Shelly Anderson Wiard
Jill Mostowski Galusha
December 28, 2010
Tammy,
So sorry to hear of Bret's passing. He was a great guy and a fond friend of our family.
Gary May
December 28, 2010
Mel, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. We know it's been a rough year for you and your family. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Gary and Brenda May
December 28, 2010
Dear sweet Sara, My heart goes out to you and your family. I know your dad was very precious to you. Just remember all the happy times and great memories that you will have in your heart forever. With all of my deepest and sincerest sympathy...Sherri Mills
Sheree and Trey Langley
December 28, 2010
Emily,
I am so sorry and I know its such a difficult time and I know you have a long road ahead of you. I'm here if every you need anything. All my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love you! Love you Dude!
December 28, 2010
I am a long time friend of Melody Blocker and wish to extend my condolences to you and your family on your loss. My prayers are with you. Carol Petrie, Bossier City, LA
Allison & Gary Bragg
December 28, 2010
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. Allison & Gary Bragg
Shane & Paula Swilley
December 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with y'all. Bret was a great man and will be missed
We love yall
Ralph & Nelda Williams
December 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Barcley and Ellen Seay
December 28, 2010
Tammy and girls,
I am so sorry for your loss. Bret was a great man and wonderful friend. I am thankful for the years that I have been able to spend up and down the cutting horse trail with him. Bret made us laugh sometimes when we wanted to cry. He was always allowing us to see the good side of things when it was hard to find. Always full of mischief and looking for a good laugh, Bret made the hours spent waiting to ride fly by with his jokes and storys. The cutting horse world lost a true friend, competitor, and supporter of the sport with his passing. Showing will never be the same knowing Bret will not be at the gate with his words of encouragement or his well intended jokes about what you could have done better. We love him and will miss him always.
Brooke Anderson
December 28, 2010
I love you and miss you, Uncle Bret. Thanks for teaching me how to not be scared of live bait when I fish, how to ride a horse, and how to play cards. You're in my heart always.
Aunt Tammy, Emily, and Sara- Y'all are the strongest women I know and I envy you for it. I love y'all so much. I'm sorry and I'm sending my love and prayers out to you.
Jenae Adams
December 28, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. May god give you the strength through this difficult time. South Bossier Tellers
Community Bank of Louisiana
Dwayne Cortez
December 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. We were sorry to hear of Bret's passing, and will keep you in our prayers and in our heart. Love to you all. Dwayne and Rene' Cortez
Community Bank Of Louisiana
December 28, 2010
Mr. Wise will truly be missed "What a GREAT MAN"
Sherry Henderson
December 28, 2010
Tammy, Emily, Sara and Family,We loved Brett and will miss him. He could do anything he set out to accomplish. He helped when you needed help. When he was in the hospital he was possitive, humorous and a testimony to all. His words "by his stripes I am healed" comfort us to know that he is healed and made whole and rejoicing with his mother and brother. We pray that the Holy Spirit will comfort each family member. God Bless, Love you all. Sherry,Scotty, Kim, Wendy, Tad and familys
Michael & Sandy Dyson
December 28, 2010
Sorry for your loss.
jill peters
December 28, 2010
Emily my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I did not know your daddy, but I lost mine, as you know, Feb. 27th. So I know what you are going through. Please know that we all love you and regrets to your family also. Thank you so much for being my hair dresser. I am so sorry! Love ya. Jill Peters
Breanna Smith
December 28, 2010
Emily and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, I know that your father was a great man. You used to tell me the best stories about him. Remember those during this hard time. Love you breanna
Virginia & Stan Fletcher
December 28, 2010
Tammy and family, Our deepest heartfelt condolences goes out to you. May you find comfort in the arms of our Savior, Jesus Christ, during this difficult time. Your family will be in our prayers.
Lynda Davis
December 28, 2010
Tammy and Family, I am so sorry about Bret, but he is in the arms of our Lord Jesus, free of pain at last. My prayers are with you all, that God will hold you close during this time of grief. Much love, Lynda Davis
Kathy Anderson
December 28, 2010
I'm sorry I never met your Daddy, but listening to your stories,I felt like I knew him...the beautiful family he left behind is a testament to what a great man he was. May he live on in your hearts and in the way you carry out his legacy.
Ryanie Evans
December 28, 2010
May God give you His comfort and strength. Ryanie Evans and Brenda Murray (Jamestown, LA)
Keith & Crystal Chandler
December 28, 2010
So sorry for your loss.
Lori Lindsey
December 28, 2010
We are so very sorry to lose Bret. He was a great guy, a good friend and fun to be around. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God bring comfort to you. If there is anything we can do for you, please let us know.
Clifton and Lori Lindsey
Benton LA
Patricia Roberson
December 28, 2010
Tammy and Family: So sorry to hear about Bret. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Patricia Roberson (Houston, Texas)
Brad and Jenni Beckwith
December 28, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bret was a great guy and always made us laugh!
Wayne and Nicole Plunkett
December 28, 2010
So sorry for the loss of your father, Sara and Emily. Brett was a good, hardworking man. He will be remembered.
Cindy P. Anderson
December 28, 2010
Tammy, I am so sorry to hear about Bret. When I found out he was sick, I prayed so hard Everyday he would pull through this. May God be with you and your family through these difficult times. Bret was such a SWEET man and will be so missed. If you need anything please call.
David & Phyllis Guynes
December 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Glen Lunsford
December 27, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
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