Kevin Elliott Wisdom

Kevin Wisdom, age 67 of Cisco, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, December 7, 2024. He was born August 12, 1957, in Amarillo, TX, the son of William J. and Gladys (Barkley) Wisdom.
Kevin graduated from Claude High School, Class of 1975. Following graduation, he served in the U.S. Navy as a First Class Petty Officer and Electrician from 1975-1980. On December 30, 1975, Kevin married his high school sweetheart, Cynthia Gale Cruse. Kevin expressed his love for Cynthia in 2nd grade, by telling his mom that he was going to marry her.
Kevin worked in the foundry industry for 43 years, beginning at Crouse-Hinds in Amarillo in 1980. In 1996, Kevin moved to Albany, Tx to become Plant Manager for EBAA Iron, later transferring to the Eastland location. Kevin retired from EBAA Iron in January 2023. Kevin was a member of the Albany Masonic Lodge #482.
Kevin was loved by his wife and daughters. His grandchildren adored him from the time they could recognize his gentle, unwavering voice and stoic gaze. Kevin will always hold a special place in their hearts. They will remember him as a loving, generous, kind and humorous grandfather who was willing to spend time and share his interest with them. From playing hide and go seek to shooting targets. Kevin was always ready to have fun with his grandkids. Most of all, they will miss his warm, powerful hugs, his light-hearted jokes, and how he always took the time to listen to what they had to say. Kevin had such a curious mind and was always wanting to learn something new and master a new skill. He never shied away from a challenge and was always willing to help.
Kevin was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Billy Wisdom and Robert Wisdom. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Cynthia. Two daughters, Marissa Clement and husband Dunn of Goodnight, TX and Molly Stennett and husband Kevin of Cisco, TX; one brother, Gary Wisdom and wife Cheryl, of Pampa, TX; five grandchildren, Brody, Blane, Mary Clare, Benjamin and Troy; sister-in-laws and brother-in-laws and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial service will be held at 2 pm on Thursday December 12, 2024, at Friendship Baptist Church, 600 Greer St. Albany, TX. Arrangements made by Kimbrough-Jacobs Funeral Home, Cisco, TX.
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