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John Wise Obituary
Previously published in the Vancouver Columbian
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Tom McKinney
January 28, 2022
I knew John as Elder Wise, who was serving in my first city of Nice, France when I entered the mission field in November of 1973. He was hilariously funny and working with him was always an adventure.
Elder Wise is one of those people who has stuck in my memory all of my adult life because of the adventure of simply knowing him. Door to door with him especially was fun as he was able to tastefully, for the most part, remove all boredom of simply knocking on doors.
I was saddened to hear of his passing when our mission reunions began almost a decade ago; and since interrupted by Covid. If any members of his family come upon this note, I invite you to contact me as I would love to hear more about his legacy that I know he left... How could he not...
Karol Jensen
November 6, 2019
James,
We appreciate you so much for your efforts and willingness to restore this wonderful tribute to my grandfather, Donald Wise that was created by my uncle John Wise. My uncle John was an amazing human with so much love and devotion for his family! What a gift! It was an amazing accomplishment by my grandfather to fly 50 missions on behalf of and in service to our country and live to tell his stories. We are very grateful to you for your honor and support of our veterans. We werent aware the domain was for sale or we certainly would have maintained it. Thank you again.
June 27, 2014
James,
Thank you so much for all you help in opening this back up. This is a real delight to the whole family. I hope all get to see this site that want to see it.
John Jr
James
November 11, 2013
I didn't know John or his family. He had created a website honoring his father Donald which became defunct some time ago. I recently purchased the domain name he had used for it, and realized it may have had to do with military. So after some extensive research, I was able to restore the website that John had created in it's entirety. My father was in WWII as well, and I didn't want Johns tribute to his father to be forgotten. The website can be viewed at www.50missions.com and I hope this serves well as a tribute to John... a stranger to me, however a graphic/web designer like myself with a dad who served in WWII. I wish I had that much info about my own dad's experiences. Thank you.
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Carole Axford
March 23, 2006
I considered John one of my very special friends. I had the pleasure of working with John for the entire time that he worked for the Prosecutor's Office. He was a very wonderful man and brought joy to every one he worked with. John had that wonderful ability to make friends with every one he met. I shall always miss John very deeply. He was a wonderful teacher on so many subjects and could entertain us for hours at a time when we weren't working. Truly a marvelous human being and a wonderful family man. He will always be missed in our office.
Judy Foell
March 23, 2006
John was alway genuine. I called him my friend because he was. I miss his friendship, laughter, and warmth.
Helen Johnson
March 22, 2006
Peggy Cresswell and I both worked with John at the Prosecutor's Office - how he stood working with three woman in that tight environment was amazing. He was always patient and helpful, truly a gentleman It doesn't seem possible that he will not be there when we visit the office. (We are both retired) He was truly a nice man and we will not ever forget him.
Helen Johnson and Peggy Cresswell
Kellie Wray
March 21, 2006
I miss you Johnny!
Proof there was hardly a serious moment.
March 7, 2006
John on his favorite trip with son Brian driving the alaskan hwy and making his goal of reaching the artic circle
March 6, 2006
John in canada
March 6, 2006
proud grandpa wise
March 6, 2006
Cory Howerton
March 1, 2006
Throughout history, the Son-in-law, Father-in-law relationship is traditionally one that is the least desired of all relationships.
Generally, the Father thinks that the son-in-law is not good enough for his little girl, and the son-in-law thinks he knows everything.
While I am probably not good enough for his little girl, that was certainly not the type of relationship I enjoyed with my Father-in-Law, John Wise. He welcomed me into his family with open arms from the very beginning.
I learned so much from John, and because of his inspiration, I will continue to learn of the things we discussed. That is a long lasting blessing he left with me.
Two Summers ago, I had the opportunity to take a trip with John to Salt Lake. John showed me, in a three day span, everything there was to see in this beautiful city. But, it wasn’t the time in Utah that will stick with me the most, it was getting there, and coming home. Twenty-Eight hours in the car, talking.
My memories of John will always include time in our home when he played with my four year old son, on the floor with his cars. Or when he would take my daughters and blow on their belly and make them giggle. He loves our children so much, and they love him back. They talk about him every day, and miss him very much.
I am so grateful of the knowledge that we will be together again as a family, that this is but a short separation from my father-in-law. That my children will play with him and talk with him again. That my wife will have the opportunity to hug her Dad again. I am so grateful of the knowledge that John is not in pain anymore. I know these things are true – because John taught them to me. How wonderful that knowledge is, and what a blessing that I had six years to learn from such a wonderful father-in-law, father, grandfather and husband.
Russell Miller
February 26, 2006
So sorry to hear of the loss in the John Wise family. I had known John since he was in High School in Brewster. Don't recall how we came out in our chess games. He wrote a nice article for his chess website about his thoughts on my friend Jude Acers. That article will live on for ever. Blessings to Pam and the rest of John's family.
RUSTY
John, Pam & Pam's Family
February 22, 2006
Jeffrey Dong
February 22, 2006
John-
You will be missed by many. I didn't know you very well but what I do know is that your a warm and caring individual. Our prayers are with your family and friends. God speed on your journey home and my the Lord bless your family for your departure.
Vicki Cook
February 22, 2006
John Wise was and will always be one of the finest men I have ever known. To Pam and the family, my heart is with you at this time. I will never forget John's kindness and wisdom. May God bless you all.
Vicki Cook
Kathy Hensley
February 22, 2006
John Wise was named well. He was a very wise man. Also very kind and gentle. I know he was loved very much by so many people because he touched so many lives in ways he probably doesn't even know of.
My prayers are for the comfort and peace of his family and friends.
Love always---
Kathy Hensley
John Lorz
February 21, 2006
John always made me laugh and forget my problems. He brought joy, happiness and a truly nice family into existence as a partner with his wife Pam. I will personally miss John and send my love and condolences to Pam, their children and grand-children.
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