Jimmy Randolph Wise, 87, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, September 18, 2021.

Jimmy was born September 25, 1933, in Iredell County and was the son of the late Glen and Helen Fann Wise. He was a graduate of Troutman High School and served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. On August 3, 1956 he married Sue Pendergrass Wise, who survives. He was retired from Clark Equipment and was a member of Bethel Baptist Church.

In addition to his wife, Jimmy is survived by three children, Jeffrey R. Wise of Mooresville, Karen Wise of Troutman, and Eric Wise of Weaverville, N.C.; two grandchildren, Caitlin of Louisiana and Devin of Hickory; and a great grandson, Diesel.

A graveside service will be held at Iredell Memorial Gardens with Pastor David Troutman officiating. The family is requesting a private funeral by invitation only.

Troutman Funeral Home is serving the family.