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Dr. William Robert "Bob" Wisman

FUNERAL HOME

Heishman Funeral Home, Inc.-Valley Funeral Service Branch - Edinburg

14116 S. Middle Rd.

Edinburg, Virginia

William Wisman Obituary

Name: Graveside service for Dr. William Robert "Bob" Wisman
Start: 2023-11-04T10:00:00.000Z
Location: Cedarwood Cemetery

Dr. William Robert (Bob) Wisman, 94, of Roanoke passed away Sunday, October 29 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.

He was born January 4, 1929, in Saumsville, VA, son of the late Ernest and Erva Peer Wisman.

Bob graduated from Edinburg High School in 1946 and earned a B.A. degree in Biology from Virginia Tech in 1951, where he was a member of the cadet corps and track team. Upon completion of U.S. Air Force Training, he enrolled in medical school at the University of Virginia earning his medical degree in 1959. He went on to complete postgraduate work at the University of Kansas, then returned to Roanoke and joined the Ob/Gyn practice of Dr. Duvahl Ridgeway-Hull. After Dr. Hull's retirement, he continued to practice until 2018.

A Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Wisman served on the hospital board in Roanoke and intermittently traveled to rural hospitals in southwestern Virginia to fill-in for doctors. He was also a member of the Roanoke Country Club.

A lifelong sports fan (mostly Hokies), Bob grew up playing baseball and basketball, ran sprints on the VT track team, and participated in numerous golf and bowling tournaments in the Roanoke area. His skills and competitiveness won him many awards and trophies. He also possessed fondness for and success at "games of chance" and enjoyed trips to Las Vegas, Atlantic City, Charles Town and the Greenbrier to try his luck!

Pre-deceased by his parents and brother, Dr. Douglas Peer Wisman, he is survived by his nieces and nephews, Scott Wisman (Barbara) of West Grove, PA, Ellen Wisman Dandridge of Glen Allen, VA, David Wisman (MJ) of Raphine, VA and Laura Wisman of Edinburg, VA; great-nieces and nephews, Jennifer DiNola (Brian), Michael Wisman (Hope), Kaitlin Dandridge, Michael Dandridge (Kelsey) and Grace Wisman; great-great-niece and nephews, Kelsey DiNola, Grant DiNola, and Cayden Dandridge; dear cousin, Rebecca Feller of Maurertown, VA; close friend and long-time office manager, Michelle Mowles and special friend Mary Jane Gardiner.

A graveside service will be held at Cedarwood Cemetery in Edinburg at 10:00am on Saturday, November 4.

The family extends special thanks to Uncle Bob's wonderful caregivers of the past three years.

Online condolences may be left at www.valleyfs.com

Arrangements by Heishman Funeral Home Inc., Valley Funeral Service Branch, Edinburg.

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Published by Northern Virginia Daily on Oct. 31, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for William Wisman

15 Entries

Becky

March 30, 2024

Dr wisman, delivered my twin Sons 51 years ago he had to be the sweetest human and I say human not just doctor cuz he was much more than a doctor he was a wonderful human being my twins are named William and Robert after Dr wisman. He also delivered my baby sister that is 51 also my mother and I had a baby the same time and he smiled through it all anyone in every one who knew doctor Wisman knew he smiled all the time I was thinking of him and so that man just keeps going and going and going he's so happy with his job he didn't even think of it as a job and to find that he had passed made me so sad. Because he was one loved physician and friend God bless you Dr Wisman.

Renee Wiggins

February 29, 2024

I an a Realtor in Roanoke, VA, and was just running the hotsheet for the day. I saw Dr. Wisman's residence listed on there as "The estate of..." It really made me super sad. As many others here have said, he assisted Dr. Ridgeway delivering me 61 years ago, and then delivered my daughter 33 years ago. He was loved by my family. When you went to see him, it was so old school...he would do his exam, and then sit in his office and discuss whatever you wanted to, and then write out your prescription. He is irreplacable for sure. A warm, kind, caring, thoughful, and thorough Doctor, and gentleman.

Charlene Mitchell

February 5, 2024

I just found out today that the best man and Dr., in the world is no longer with us. HE WAS THE ABSOLUTE BEST!! And so pleased that I told him that while he was still with us. I heard another Dr call him a real gentlemans -gentleman meaning he was true blue and an example for all Dr's and men. He delivered me in 1969 and I refused to have a child unless he was the Dr., for me in the delivery. His knowledge was outstanding, his care for his patients OUTSTANDING. My mom, aunts and myself loved this awesome man. He WAS LOVED and will be missed.

Charlene Mitchell

Deborah Parsons Butcher

December 11, 2023

Doctor Wisman, ( 12-11-23 )
I was thinking of you just now, and with this smart phone that I have, I decided to look you up.
My heart is literally broken . I started seeing you in 1967, and I knew that you would be the only doctor that would take care of that area.I stuck to my word. I also found out that my aunt had been going to you also. ( she loved you just as much ) I'm 72 years of age, and the babies are all grown, with babies of their own. I still have the picture that I took in your office, in your office.
Dr.Wisman thank you from within my heart for the care that I received from you, I truly cared for you,too. I love you and when it's my turn to leave this earth, I shall see you again.

Janie Ollie

December 5, 2023

Dr. Wisman was the Best Doctor. He was a caring and wonderful doctor and person. My family loved him. I remember when he retired I had him a cake made he was so happy. He was a doctor that took time and cared for you. I will miss him, I Thank God for his life. I just heard today that he died, and I just cried. My Prayers are with you all. We had a Jewell in Dr. Wisman.

Love

Janie Thompson Ollie
Roanoke, Va.

Juanita

November 5, 2023

Such a caring and gentle soul. Great doctor and a wonderful friend. So glad I knew him
Your friend. Mrs B

Bernice Gaither

November 2, 2023

Dr. Wiseman delivered both my sons back in the 70´s. He was the most patient and caring person l could have had. After my children were born I continued to see him for
Many years after he was the "Best" and l will always remember him.

Darla

November 2, 2023

It is with a sad Heart to be sending this message. I will forever be grateful to Dr. Wisman. In 1989 he saved my life and prior to that day and many years ahead he was the kindest,compassionate Physician that I have ever know. He worked with my Mother at Carilion for years and deprived my niece 49 years ago. He was Physian to my two oldest Daughters and delieved my Grandson 25 years ago , who was born weighing 2lbs and 3oz. My granddaughter who is now 25 . I visited him at the office the day he retired and left with tears knowing I would never meet another Physician or Man like him. Thank you Dr. Wisman for always listening and commuting your life to be one of the Best Physicians that so many will remember with Gratitude and Love.May your Family always remember the kind spirit that you had and the many lives you touched.

Dewey Funkhouser

November 1, 2023

Bobby and I were good friends even though he was 3 years older than me. We played baseball together, had long talks about everything we could think of, we ran around together a few times. He was full of life & fun. Many girls commented about how handsome he was.
I am thinking about him today, plus the impact he had on my life.

Gloria

November 1, 2023

Ooooo MY SUCH A CARING LOVING KIND MAN / I WAS SUPER BLESSED TO HAVE BEEN UNDER SUCH A KIND CARING DR / ALL DRS NEED TO BE LIKE HIM !!! THERE WILL BE NO OTHER DR LIKE HIM NEVER !!!!! I WAS BLESSED TO BEEN UNDER HIS CARE / Sadly to have seen obituary Gloria

Sharon Sowers

October 31, 2023

He was the best!

Marty Martin

October 31, 2023

I am a retired RN and worked with Dr. Wiseman in the OR both at Community Hospital and at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was always a gentleman and easy to work with. I am glad that I got to assist him in the OR. His partner, Dr. Ridgeway-Hull, delivered me back in 1956. Condolences to his family!

Lynda Preas

October 31, 2023

Dr. Wisman delivered both of my sons. He was always so kind and attentive and I felt so comfortable in his care. Over the many years I would see him at restaurants like the K & W or the Roanoker. I would ask him if he is still practicing and he would smile saying " no, I think I´ve got it right." So sorry for your loss. He was one of a kind.
Lynda Lawton Preas

Wanda Boblett

October 31, 2023

Dr. Wisman was a special neighbor of ours for quite a few years. He was a great gentle man and he will be missed. Always had a smile and a comment
Wanda Boblett

Freda

October 30, 2023

My friend the Wise-Man
I started seeing Dr.Wisman in the 80s , he taught me so much about the mysteries of women's healthcare and some ole school remedies ,
He saw that I had a deep passion 4 learning he even taught me how 2 drop , slide & view my urine thru microscope.
We talked about everything
! If anyone needed a good OBGYN I sent them 2 him
Ms.Ruby was always there
by his side she's a jewel .
I told Dr. Wisman that ,He was the Father that I never had he smiled , I'll never 4get that day.
The Wise- Man back in 96
had a vacation planned well here I come in desperate need he delayed his trip just 4 me that day he delivered my beautiful baby girl the following day
he checked on me and off he went I was truly Blessed.
Until we meet again,....My Friend The Wise- Man

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