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Joshua Wise Obituary
Joshua S. Wise, 36, of Lafayette, died unexpectedly at 8:15 a.m. Friday, October 19, 2012, at St. Elizabeth East.
He was born November 7, 1975, in Crawfordsville, to Linda Stonebraker Wise, of Crawfordsville and the late Steven Wise.
On June 23, 2001, he married Jennifer Thomas in West Lafayette and she survives.
Joshua had been a driver for Waste Management.
He enjoyed playing pool, bowling and working on cars. Joshua would do anything for anyone and will forever be missed.
Surviving along with his wife and mother is a daughter, Haylie Wise, of Lafayette; a son, Holden Wise, of Lafayette; six brothers, Steven Wise, of Crawfordsville, Eric (wife: Susan) Wise, of West Lafayette, Michael (wife: Christina) Wise, of Michigan, Shannon (wife: Nancy) Wise, of Lafayette, Tony Wise and Lee Wise, both of Crawfordsville; his grandmother, Ivis Pickel, of Crawfordsville; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, William Wise.
Visitation will be from 12 noon until the time of the service at 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 24, 2012, at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel, 400 Twyckenham Boulavard, Lafayette, IN 47909.
Burial will follow at Meadow View Cemetery.
You may offer condolences at www.soller-baker.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joshua Wise
Jessica Wise
November 22, 2012
I really Miss u uncle Josh. I hope all is Well up there say hi to pop pop for me and tell him I love and Miss him very much also. Wish u didnt have to leave.
October 28, 2012
Josh,
You were one of a kind and will forever be in my heart. I know you are at peace now and I know you are giving me this strength I need. Even though your gone I can feel your still here with us. I love you more and foever baby. We will be together again someday and I can't wait to run to your open arms. More and Forever ~ your loving wife "Monk"
MICHEAL GALVIN
October 25, 2012
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST MAY HE REST IN PEACE!GOD BLESS YOU AND THE FAMILY HUGGS TO YOUR MOM FOR ME LOVE YOU MICHAEL AND STEVE HE SHINING DOWN ON YOU ALL.....
October 25, 2012
sorry we couldn't be there, you are in our thoughts, we loved joshua, jerry and missie
Thomas Family
October 24, 2012
RIP Josh and our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
yolanda fuston
October 24, 2012
Condolensed to the family, Joshua Wise, was my age and lived in Lafayette, I think it is sad when we loose people, Take Care of yourself. God Bless
Alan Parr
October 24, 2012
Alan Parr Condolences go out thru the whole family couldnt be there got flu I played pool with Josh
Vince Hines
October 24, 2012
I can only imagine the pain in the lose of a young man,a son,a brother,a father,an uncle... and a good friend.My heart goes out to you all in the Wise family and all the other's who found joy in the company of this great man.
michelle wise
October 24, 2012
You are in our thoughts & prayers. May god bless your family. You have our deepest sympathy.Psalm 48:14 For this God is our God for ever and ever; He will be our guide even to the end.
SHOCKEY FAMILY
October 24, 2012
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
shannon wise
October 23, 2012
I dont know what i will do without you little brother.my life will never be the same.there is comfort in knowing i will see again in my dreams .i love you little brother.
Jessica Herbst
October 23, 2012
I wish I got to know you over the years..my heart breaks for Jennie. She is very strong but, I know it will take her time to get through this. Rest in peace and thank you for taking care of my friend Jennie all these years:)
Tina Rowland
October 23, 2012
You will greatly be missed Josh, and Jenny our sympathy's are with you and your children. God Bless you all.
Tina Brant
October 23, 2012
Will miss you for forever:( I pray your family stay strong and carry on with ease. You were a great person and one of my best friends. Love you always Josh.
marcia mcbride
October 23, 2012
I love you josh my cousin. I will miss u but know u will be celebrating x mas with jesus now
michelle wise
October 23, 2012
Michelle Wise
October 23, 2012
I donot know what to say but i loved you like a brother, We grew up togeather from the age of 13 , I will never forget you your one the best. love , Michelle RIP.
MISS YOU
Michelle Wise
October 23, 2012
I donot know what to say but i loved you like a brother, We grew up togeather from the age of 13 , I will never forget you your one the best. love , Michelle RIP.
Melissa Avila
October 23, 2012
Jennie,
Find comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you and you kiddos. Take care of those precious memories. Love ya chica!
sizemore
October 23, 2012
josh u will truely be missed but never forgoten....may u rest in peice and look over ur family and friends...from the sizemore family...
Misty Balser
October 23, 2012
I will always remember the fun times we had bowling together! Rip
October 23, 2012
YOU will be missed
October 23, 2012
Thank you for all the work you did for me
scott shuee
October 23, 2012
you will be miss brother !!!! thxs for being part of my life !!!
Jacinda (Lindstrom) Huskey
October 23, 2012
May you rest in peace and your family know that my thoughts and prayers are with them in this sad time.
Chris & Pam Wilson
October 23, 2012
RIP Josh..
Trisha Reynolds
October 23, 2012
I will never forget you! You are and will be missed by many. My thoughts are with your family! Rest in peace Josh
Dartanion "Dart" Sutton
October 22, 2012
There is only a handful of people like Josh that someone comes across in their lifetime and I am blessed to have had Josh as a friend. He will be missed very much by so many. May God Bless all of us left here on earth during our time of mourning and beyond. My thoughts & prayers go out to Josh's family.
October 22, 2012
We will.always lovd.you.Uncle.Josh..love.Jessica,Trista,Bradley Wise
Lisa Thompson
October 22, 2012
See ya.on the other.side.lil brother..love.you.always
Lisa Thompson
October 22, 2012
See ya.on the other.side.lil brother..love.you.always
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