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Eric Wiseman Obituary
Passed away in South San Francisco on May 10, 2013 at age 60. Eric, who owned several businesses for more than four decades, is survived by his two sisters, Tamara Dale Riley (John H.K.) of Novato and Jo Ann McGinnis (Israel Shankel-Simmons) of Walnut Creek. He was a beloved uncle to Ron (Tokiko) Carpenter, Lisa (Christian) Hunt, and Ryan McGinnis; and adored great uncle to David and Jason Carpenter and Rachel and Marisa Hunt; a cousin to many; and a friend to all who knew him. He was born June 26, 1952 in San Francisco, the third child of David and Bess (Resnick) Wiseman, both of whom predeceased him.
A graduate of City College of San Francisco, Eric earned his landscape contractor's license. Eric, who had worked since he was 17 years old, owned Eric Wiseman Landscaping, but during his professional career, he also owned a nursery and a restaurant and was a candy-machine supplier. He loved Japanese-themed gardens, but would study designs of other landscapers and visit other Bay Area nurseries for inspiration
Eric loved family gatherings, people, and barbecues - and visiting Reno and exhibiting in flower shows. He loved to bowl, attend county fairs, and hangout with his friends at Joann's Cafe - as much for the camaraderie as for the activity. If you were a friend of Eric's and you needed help, he was there - even if you didn't ask him; it didn't matter whether it was a fund-raising barbecue, setting up for a trade show or an exhibition, or just being company in a booth at a street fair.
A member of Congregation Ner Tamid in San Francisco.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 10:00 AM at Eternal Home Cemetery Chapel, 1051 El Camino Real, Colma, followed by interment. In lieu of flowers, donations to your local chapters of the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, or The National Kidney Foundation would be kindly appreciated.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eric Wiseman
Joel Davis
May 6, 2021
Fond memories of Eric greeting our family at temple Ner Tamid during high holidays.
Tami Riley
June 10, 2013
I miss you sweet brother. I think about you each day. Love always, Tami.
Joel Davis
May 29, 2013
We remember you as a good person and faithful member of Ner Tamid
Raymond Schenone
May 26, 2013
Eric, you did a beautiful job landscaping my house. I enjoyed our mutual discussions on landscaping and I know you will make heaven beautiful.
debi & Patrick Horny
May 20, 2013
Eric So sad to hear of your passing.(We only just found out) I will always remember you sitting at the end of the counter at the Bowl cafe and having you pork chops and eggs. Pat missing you too, you gave him his first job so long ago and he learned alot from you. You will so be missed and I will miss seeing you on ECR. You rest in peace. <3
Cathy Mueller
May 16, 2013
Eric & I have known each other for 22 years plus. I am so sorry to hear your gone. We joked, kidded around and teased you about what flowers you wanted at your funeral. OMG Eric, Brentwood Bowl will miss you. All the picnics we had & your landscaping booth at the San Mateo County fair, oh I can go on, and on, and on. I nicknamed him "Turkey" from his bowling days. I'm sorry I didn't know the funeral was Tuesday. I miss you ERIC, I will visit your grave and put your gazellia's you wanted..RIP
Joe Ross
May 14, 2013
I remember him starting out a landscaping business around the Westborough Park area. He workded hard at it. My condolences to his family.
American Heart Association
May 12, 2013
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
maria Guenther
May 12, 2013
Eric was a man who would help anyone and did a lot for JoAnns cafe.He was more than just a friend of mine he treated me like family as well as my daughter .we went to his pool took care of his cat Sandy and enjoyed his company .I will miss him at work cause he came in everyday and all day.Eric I can't believe your gone.
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