Michael Anthony Rivenbark, 63, of Rocky Point passed from his earthly life on Friday, January 6, 2017 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

He was born July 23, 1953 in Gladewater, Texas, the son of the late Timothy Clayton Rivenbark and Virginia Garcia Rivenbark.

Michael is survived by his daughter, Crystalyn Babson (Boe); son, Christopher Rivenbark; grandchildren, Trevor Babson, Chase Caison, Madelyn Babson, Isabella Babson, R. J. Goff, and Blake Rivenbark; great grandson, Colton Cavanaugh; brothers, Timothy Rock Rivenbark (Susan), Jerry T. Rivenbark (Judy), Timothy W. Rivenbark (Louise), and O'Neil Rivenbark; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Michael loved his family and was a great dad, granddaddy, brother and friend. He never failed to hold out a hand to help others in times of need. Mike loved and enjoyed all of God's beautiful nature – forest, creeks, rivers and streams. Hunting, fishing, cooking, and gatherings of family and friends are all happy events that come to mind when thinking of Mike. He was a "gentle giant" who loved his family and served them well.

A memorial service will be at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with Pastor Jim Dunn conducting the service. The family will receive friends following the service until 8:30 p.m.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.