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Andrew Wise Obituary
Born in Seoul, Korea he was adopted with his sister Jenny by the Wise family in 1985.
Surviving are his parents Don and Helen Wise; two brothers Ryan of Massachusetts and Matthew at home; three sisters Katharine Wise and her husband Bill Pinches of Plainsboro and their two children Andrew and Colin and Jenny and Mary Wise at home.
Visitation was at the Wise residence on Monday. A memorial service will be 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 23 at the Nassau Presbyterian Church, Nassau Street at Palmer Square, Princeton. Burial will be private in Princeton Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers gifts may be given to the Andrew Lee Wise Youth Mission and Music Memorial Fund at Nassau Presbyterian Church, 61 Nassau St., Princeton, NJ 08542.
Arrangements are under the direction of The Mather-Hodge Funeral Home, Princeton.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Todd Kwapisz.
ThinkingOfAndrew
May 19, 2022
He ran through my head today. I was just a little kid at the pool when he passed but he was so much to all of us
Thinking Ofyou
November 18, 2016
I still think about Andrew to this day. I miss him so much. I was only a kid when he died and it was the first time my heart broke. He was the most amazing person.
Adam Brennan
January 17, 2003
It saddens me to hear about his passing away. I met Andrew at camp. What I remember of him was nothing but laughter and smiles. He was a hit with the girls too. This is a big loss for us all.
Jenny Wise
January 17, 2003
Andrew- I miss you so much. I'm sorry for taking you for granted and thinking that you would always be here. I keep thinking that every day will be easier, but realizing that I won't get to see you here is tough to handle. Thank you for being the best big brother a girl could ask for. Thank you for taking care of me, but most of all, thank you for always loving me. I love you and miss you with all my heart.
Todd Kwapisz
January 10, 2003
I have been honored to have known Andrew for many years. From our early days when I was his counselor (the WWF matches in the cabin and late night talks) at the Holt camp to the days when he was now the counselor and I was the director.
My last year as the director, Andrew and I went on a long walk together and chatted about life and the challenges of growing up. In his last days of correspondence, the words he used and the change in his outlook of life brought back the memories of our discussion. Andrew grew into the adult that he strived to be in our discussion.
Andrew's gift to us was his beautiful smile, love for life and always willing to help people in need. I was fortunate to visit him in September. We shared some laughs and memories. What I will remember most of all is his positive and upbeat attitude during that meeting. We may have lost Andrew to his sickness, but in the end, Andrew triumphed.
Andrew, thanks for all the memories...
To the Wise Family, thank you for sharing your son with so many of us. I hope you find comfort knowing all the lives he touched. We are all blessed to have been able to know him.
Christina & Arthur Miller
January 10, 2003
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We knew your family when your children were just coming from Korea and we were just getting our daughter, Aimee and son, Michael. We hope that pleasant memories will replace your sorrow.
Cathy Freed
December 23, 2002
My memory of Andrew is of him being a genuinly nice person with a good heart. I met him when I was 16 years old and trying out for the swim team. At the time, I was painfully shy. However, Andrew took the time to befriend and talk to me and even stayed late after practice to help me out. It probably wasn't a big deal to him, since that's just the kind of person he was, but it meant a lot to me and still does 7 years later. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and close friends.
Christine Nicolosi
December 21, 2002
I didn't know Andy very well, but I remember him vividly from the brief time I did know him. He helped coach me on the high school swim team a few years back, and what sticks with me the most is his incredible spirit and determination. No other person could get me to push myself as hard as Andy did. -Even the shortest encounters can leave a deep and lasting impression on the lives of others, and that is a testament to how wonderful a person he truly was.
Susan Cox
December 20, 2002
I first met Andrew when he and Jenny had been home for just a few months. It was impossible not to notice what beautiful children they were. It was obvious that Andrew was very devoted and protective of his younger sister. Over the years as I directed the Holt camp in NJ, I had the pleasure of watching Andrew grow up. That same protectiveness that was once between him and Jenny came to include his other brothers and sisters.
It is hard to imagine that none of us will see Andrew again on this earth. We did not get to have Andrew with us long enough, but I will always remember his wonderful vibrant spirit, his incredible smile and exceptional personality.
My prayers for peace and comfort go to all of Andrews family who loved him so very much.
Susan Fiscarelli
December 19, 2002
My sincere condolences to the Wise family. I was a Social Studies teacher at WWPHS and although I never taught Andrew I remember Jenny very well. I also remember what a tight-knit family you are. May God help you during this time of such sorrow.
Hilary Colton
December 19, 2002
I was one of the campers at Holt Camp, where Andrew was a beloved counseler. I send my sincerest sympathies to the Wise family and would like to be there, however I live in VA.
YOGESH PATEL
December 18, 2002
ANDY, ALL I KNOW IS THAT YOU WERE A GOOD PERSON, WITH A GOOD HEART AND YOU'LL ALWAYS REMAIN THAT WAY IN OUR MEMORIES. YOU'LL BE MISSED VERY MUCH BY THE ENTIRE WWPHS CLASS OF '97
Kristen Lombardo (Eitel)
December 17, 2002
Katherine and family,
Judy just told me today that Andrew was ill and my mom just informed me of his passing. I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
Please know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers this holiday season.
Kristen (Eitel) Lombardo
WWPHS Class of 92
Michael Schmidt
December 17, 2002
Andrew-
You were more then just one of my best friends, you were the older brother I never had. You were always looking out for me and growing up with you was something I will never forget. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers and I hope you realized how many lives you touched and how great of a person you truly were. We will all miss you so much.
Mush Nabi
December 16, 2002
Andy, you were a great friend and someone I could always talk to. You're gonna be missed.
your boy mush
December 16, 2002
I am so sorry for your tremendous loss.
Bonni Kempler
December 16, 2002
My condolenses go to the Wise family. I am Life Skills teacher at Community Middle School. I believe I had Andrew as a student many years ago. I hope your sorrow is replaced by loving memories.
Adel Refai
December 16, 2002
Andrew, buddy, I love you. I miss you, man. I know things are better for you now, and you'll always be in my thoughts and you'll always be a brother to me.
a g roche
December 16, 2002
Do not cry that He is gone to God; Smile that he was amongst us.
Andrew lived a simple and good life. Being a living vessel of Godliness and Positiveness.
He always greeted me with a Smile, at times, when a smile was what I needed most.
Thank You
Watch over Us.
JAMES BAYAN
December 15, 2002
I lived in Princeton for 5 years, but always check the obituraries. I am truly sorry for you loss, such a young man with so much to offer and cut down before his time...Best, Jimmy Bayan
The Suslak Family
December 15, 2002
Andrew was a dear friend of our entire family and will be missed by all of us in our family and township.
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