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Of Little Rock, AR, died January 22, 2006. He was born in Okinawa, Japan the son of Richard Glenn and Lena Shinzato Wise of Fairfax Station, Virginia. Marc graduated from West Springfield High School in Virginia before graduating from the University of California at Irvine, with a degree in Psychology, and the California Western University School of Law where he received his law degree. He was presently in his second year of residence in anesthesiology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Marc was full of life, and loved being with his wife, Julleah, friends and family. He always expressed his love of Little Rock and the people of the community. He enjoyed music, singing and being with his two labs, Ginny and Betsy. His good humor and good character made all that knew him love him.
Marc is survived by his wife, Julleah Charade Montecillo Wise of Little Rock; his father and mother, Richard Glenn and Lena Shinzato Wise of Fairfax Station, Virginia; sister, Candice E. Wise of Fairfax, Virginia; sister-in-law, Rachel Leach and husband, Brian of Orange County, California; sister-in-law, Jessah Paul Montecillo of Orange County; his paternal grandmother, Mildred L. Wise of Washington State; paternal aunt, Ellaine C.Trumball of Washington State; and four nieces, Alexis, Antonia, Anneliese and Anna-Marie.
Funeral service Thursday, January 26 at Our Lady of Holy Souls Catholic Church, officiated by Monsignor David LeSieur. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers memorials should be made to the Marc E. Wise Memorial Scholarship Fund for the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205.
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Candy
January 22, 2025
On the 19th anniversary of your passing, we remember you today. Mom and Dad have been in the process of cleaning out the basement and I kept some of your old items that you left behind in your own room, which is now a storage space for Christmas decorations etc. The items included your old Boy Scout uniforms and cute bandana, a Britches Great Outdoors & Gap cardigan, your well polished penny loafers (didn't realize you were a size 12), your fraternity sweatshirt, a UCI cheer polo shirt and a ripped up sweatshirt + some floral bathing suits :) . Not pictured is the old tackle box with the slimy fake worm lures I used to like for some reason. I'll hold onto these items forever! Miss you Marc.
Candy
December 7, 2024
Thinking of you today, Marc. Would´ve been your 54th birthday. Basil just turned 2.
Candy
January 21, 2024
Candy
January 21, 2024
Candy
January 21, 2024
Dad was sorting through old photos recently and came across this nice pic.
Also, here's a picture of Basil (13 months old) playing with nesting boxes that Brad Roach gave us for her baby shower last year. Thinking of you as we approach your 18th anniversary.
Candy
December 6, 2023
It would've been your 53rd birthday today, Marc. As Julleah put it, "Happy happy birthday to our beloved Marc. Gone too soon." We miss you and hopefully we can visit you again someday in Little Rock.
Candy
January 22, 2023
Thinking of you on the 17th anniversary of your passing.
Candy
December 6, 2022
Candy
December 6, 2022
Candy
December 6, 2022
Hi Marc! It would've been your 52nd birthday today! And guess what, you would've become an Uncle to Basil Blue Norris as of four days ago! I thought of you when I met with the anesthesiologist at the hospital. It was nice to see Beverly & Joe at the baby shower and the biggest surprise was seeing Brad there. Hoping Julleah & her family are doing ok and looking forward to the holiday season this year. Always thinking of you, especially today.
Candy Wise-Norris
January 22, 2022
Candy Wise-Norris
January 22, 2022
Candy Wise-Norris
January 22, 2022
Thinking of you today, Marc. Today marks 16 years. We are still dealing with COVID in the world, which effected many of our family and friends. We hope this year improves and life can go back to "normal".
Mommy turned 80 this year and still looks pretty as ever. :)
You are still in our hearts and we think of you often. We love you.
Candy
December 6, 2021
You would've been 51 years old today! Here's one I never noticed from the photo album. Happy birthday Marc!
Candy Wise
January 22, 2021
15 years since your passing Marc. Mom sent this picture to me earlier today and we both remarked about your nice haircut. On this date and since the last time I wrote, we've had an insurrection at the US Capitol, a new President inaugurated two days ago and finally some hope that the nation is taking the right steps to turn our economy around due to the virus. This past year made me realize what's truly the most important in life: family. We miss you so much and think of you often. Despite 2020 being the worst year for most, this was actually the best year of my life given the fact I finally got married, opened my own business and became a step mom! Lets see what's in store for 2021. We love you.
Candy Wise
December 6, 2020
It would've been your 50th birthday today, this 12/6/2020. Quite the year dealing with this global pandemic. Let's see what this next year has in store for us. You are missed Marc! - Love, Candy, Mom, Dad & Darren
Candy Wise
January 22, 2020
We think about you all the time; especially on a day like today, which marks the 14th anniversary of your passing.
Bradley Roach
January 21, 2020
July 1, 2003
Bradley Roach
January 21, 2020
circa 1972
Candy Wise
December 6, 2019
Would have been your 49th Birthday today. Found this cute picture of you and Mommy - circa 1972.
Candy Wise
January 22, 2019
Thinking about today Marc. 13 years ago today. ** Love you.
Jennifer Chien
January 16, 2019
Dear Marc, for reasons unknown, you came into my dream recently even though we have not stayed in touch. While I can't remember what the dream was about, I'm incredibly saddened to find out that you left this world too soon. I have such fond memories of you in our first year at the Loma dorm at UC Irvine. You were always cheerful, fun, caring, and a brother I never had. You brought a ray of sunshine wherever you go. May you Rest In Peace my sweet friend. You may be gone but never forgotten by all those whom crossed your path.
Beth Burlbaugh
June 9, 2018
Marc. I can't say goodbye. I am so sorry I just found out your gone you can't be gone. You were my angle in high school.
Candy
January 22, 2018
Thinking about you today! 12 years! And unfortunately one year ago next week, Sylvia passed away too. :(
December 6, 2016
46 years old! Thinking of you today Marc. :)
Candy
December 6, 2015
Crazy to think I'm your age now (10 years ago). Still think of you often. Miss you. Happy bday**
December 6, 2015
Happy birthday Marc. Think of you often.
Sylvia
December 7, 2014
Happy Birthday Marc! Miss you!
December 6, 2014
Thinking of you today Marc. :)
Brad
January 7, 2013
When Marc and I first met, he had that cool bowl cut in your picture, Candy! I miss you, buddy!
Candy
December 6, 2012
Still think about you every day especially today...on your birthday.
Candy
December 6, 2011
Thinking about you on your birthday Marc. We miss you so much.
Pat M.
December 7, 2009
Happy Birthday man. I know I'm a day late. Was this the big 4-0? It's gotta be close!
Brad Roach
December 6, 2009
Just thinking about you...Miss you often.
Candy
January 22, 2009
Can't believe it's been 3 years. I miss you so much. :(
Bob Gardner
August 27, 2008
Marc, you were a good friend to me back at WSHS. You always made me and others around you laugh and smile. I only wish we had kept in touch more after high school. Rest well, brother, I know you're in a better place now.
Jessah Paul-Montecillo
February 8, 2008
Just thinking of you. I can't believe it's been over 2 years. The girls and I are still missing you.
candy
January 22, 2007
I can't believe it's been a year already. Think about you all the time and miss you dearly. Love you Marc. **
Lena Sylvia
January 22, 2007
Your Mom and I went to Church this morning to light a candle for you, Roy, Ms. Park and a young man named Johnny...watch over them please! We miss you but know you are at peace and smiling down on us! You would have been proud of Arkansas this year! Your Mom loves and misses you!
Ione Hardy
December 7, 2006
My Dearest Julleah,Candy, Lena and Dick,
Our wonderful Christmas correspondence over the years has opened a window of your lives to us and it was with great anticipation that I opened your newsy Christmas letter.
I was deeply saddened to read of your great and tragic loss. Over the years we have grown to know Marc and always looked forward to reading about his wonderful progress. He had found the love of his life and we were so happy for he and Julleah. He was always cradled in the great love of family. I was privileged to read the beautiful expressions of deep friendship, great love, and unspeakable loss expressed by your wonderful and dear friends and family. Ours is but a small addition to such letters. John, Kathryne, Ann Ashley and I send our deepest sympathy as we wrap each of you in our prayers during this Chirstmas season. All our love, Ione
candy
December 6, 2006
~~Happy 36th Birthday Marc!~~
Your spirit still resonates deeply within all of us. We miss you SO much.
Love always...
Your little sister,
SYLVIA Matthews
December 6, 2006
Happy Birthday Marc! Cannot believe you are 36 today! As you watch from above, I'm sure you are overwhelmed by the number of people that miss you! Your legacy will be with us always! Love
Richard Wise
December 6, 2006
Happy Birthday, Marc. We miss you, a lot. Mom & Dad
Jessah
October 18, 2006
Marc,
Still thinking of you. Miss you.
August 19, 2006
rest in peace marc. you'll always be with us.
West Springfield High School
July 9, 2006
1990 University of California, Irvine
July 9, 2006
July 7, 2006
miss you marc
Candy
April 17, 2006
Happy Easter Marc.
Mommy & I are flying home from Little Rock tomorrow after visiting with Julleah and her mom. After church this morning, we visited you with Ginny & Betsy. You know, I've never seen a dog so intrigued by TV like Betsy...she is SO funny. I had a great weekend here...I wish you were here to spend it with us. Everything reminds me of you.
We miss you SOOOOO much. xoxo
JESSAH PAUL-MONTECILLO
April 4, 2006
Marc,
It's been over two months, & I'm still having a difficult time believing you're not here. Every once a while I'll tell my friends a story that involves you, & I say it as if I could call you & talk to you about it. We would have a good laugh, then chit-chat about what's currently going on in our lives. I miss you, Marc. Hope you found peace.
Dick, Lena, & Candy,
We haven't spoken to each other since the funeral, but I think of you & Marc's grandmother every day. I can't seem to express how sorry I am that you lost someone so special. He is an amazing peson who touched so many lives. I have yet to find someone who is as close to perfect as Marc is. My love and prayers to all of you.
Julleah,
Well...you know.
Love,
Your Sis
ADAM MACK
March 28, 2006
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES GO OUT TO THE ENTIRE WISE FAMILY. I AM TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND PRAY THAT YOU HAVE THE STRENGTH TO CARRY ON AND ALWAYS CARRY MARC IN YOUR HEARTS. CANDICE-YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN STRONG, I KNOW YOU WILL BE OK, SORRY I DID NOT KNOW EARLIER OR I WOULD HAVE COME DOWN TO SUPPORT YOU.
-ADAM
Elita Fara Uy
March 23, 2006
Dear Cousin Marc,
God loves so much that He has given you a new day that brings you new life. God bless and we always love you.
Toshiko and Jerry Everett
March 18, 2006
Rest in peace, dear Marc.
Candy Wise
March 17, 2006
Happy St. Patrick's Day Marc! We miss you so so much.
I'm rooting for Arkansas to win the NCAA championship. Let's hope they make it past the first round...I've got my fingers crossed!
Candy Wise
February 14, 2006
Happy Valentine's Day Marc. We love and miss you so very much. xoxo
Prudencio Fiel
February 14, 2006
Boy & Alex Fiel
Tuti Montecillo
February 13, 2006
Dear Marc,
It is hard to accept that you are no longer with us forever. Just last Christmas you were with my family never knowing that would be our last Christmas with you. You are gone leaving behind an irreplaceable void.
Nevertheless, we consoled at the thought these is all God's will. But these is a big mistake and why, only God knows. You left us in pain with relief only possible with time.
I am sure you are on your way to face the Almighty. Goodbye Marc, walk with God. Memories of you will always be in our thoughts.
To my daughter Julleah,
Marc's unexpected passing is a sad event ever for all of us. We shall always think of him as we knew him; a delightful, intelligent and caring son-in-law who made us feel good whenever we talked with him. I am paraphrasing below a poem by Henry Woodsworth which I hope is worthy of easing your pain.
"Though nothing can bring back the hours
of splendor in the grass, of glory in the flower,
We will grieve not, rather find
Strength in whatever remains behind."
I love you,
Daddy
Toshiko and Jerry Everett
February 12, 2006
Marc,
Though it has been over 30 years since we last saw you, we have a precious memory. We were by your mother's side the day you were born. What a beautiful baby you were. It is unfortunate that we were not able to be there to watch you grow into the man who was love and admired by so many people. We hope some day to visit your family and hear more about you.
Love,
Toshiko and Jerry Everett
Jesus Montemayor M.D
February 11, 2006
To Julleah and parents Lisa and Tuti,and the entire Wise family.
I and my family may not have met Marc and Julleah but as Julleah's relative(Lisa's cousin) we felt the same sorrow you all felt...May the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace, especially that of Marc Wise. May the Perpetual Light shine upon him.
God's Word: Blessed are they who mourn for they shall be comforted.Mt 5:5
Reflection: The pain of loss and separation at death is hard to bear. Let us turn to God, the author of life, for comfort and consolation in sorrow. God sends us every trial for a greater good. For love of us, remember,He did not spare His only Son.
Reflection: Those whom you loved in life are closer to you now with God than they ever were on earth. Only a thin veil separates you from the unseen world in which they now live. Faith pierces that veil though our bodily eyes cannot. So pray as constantly for your dead as they never fail to pray for you.
Rito Cuevas
February 9, 2006
Thanks to Mr.& Mrs. Richard Wise and
his family for being there to help ease the pain of my lovely niece, Julleah. Thanks also to all of Marc's friends from out of state, local friends also from Little Rock,AR whom I felt as my other home now, friends also that were not able to make it but I know deep in my heart that their spirits were there to comfort all of us during those difficult times. Again, on behalf of my family from Michigan, California and the Philippines, I would like to salute and say again to all of you a many, many thanks for all your thoughts, kindness, understanding and above all your prayers for without it we would not be in a better feeling today. I don't have enough words to honorably convey our gratitude to you.
And now to Marc, you have left a legacy of your life to me and my family as well. As I have heard that you were seeking God, and in my poor honest observation since I met you first in CA when you were courting my lovely niece, Julleah that in your own way you found that God that I am serving now in my lay ministry as a Staff in the Banal Na Pag-aaral (Holy Study)which goals are to help bring people back to God to whatever religion that you belong. It was just unfortunate that our plan to visit you this coming spring just didn't occur but God has its plan always better than yours and mine. I say that you found God even so not knowing because you set a good Christian life here by not only touching people's lives but even helping them in many ways to feel that they are wanted and loved in this world that we live. These are the good virtues that Christ layed down here on earth 2000 years ago and you just followed Him unknowingly. To me and together with all your kind and real friends if I may, you are a dead HERO but your foot prints left us a precious memory to remember you with perhaps some of those good chritian qualities that might helps us also in our daily struggle as we all together in this journey. All I can say that my tears that flowed during those painful moments were not wasted for I know that with my prayers and together also with all your family and friends in the unity of Jesus Christ who livest and reignest forever that now you have found our God finally.
Good bye my nephew, Marc and while you are enjoying His kingdom now, please don't forget to also pray for all of us here so that someday when the time comes that we can also share with you that Kingdom that was promised to us since the beginning of this world. Amen.
Julleah's Uncle
[email protected]
Helen Trublood
February 8, 2006
Mr. & Mrs. Wise, Candy & Julleah,
I had the pleasure of working as a project manager at UAMS with Mark during his residency. Mark was one of my favorite residents. He always had a smile on his face and was pleasant to everyone he met. I am so sorry for your loss, I feel that Mark was a gift from God sent for a few years to be a special person to many. I do not understand why his life had to be so short, but I feel grateful to be one of the people to have been able to be a part of that life.
Mary Bills
February 6, 2006
Mr. & Mrs. Wise, Candy and Julleah, my family and I are so sorry for your loss. Marc, and all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
It is amazing how one person can impact your life and you do not even realize how much until you start to remember that the wonderful things from your youth, are because of that person. I think back on all of the fun Marc and I used to have playing “Horse” in the backyard, climbing in the tree fort, playing pool in the basement and singing “shake your bootie” with Mrs. Wise and I smile. These memories are indelible. Marc was a great son, wonderful older brother and a terrific friend and even though there were years where we did not see each other, I always heard about Marc’s accomplishments and the life he built with Julleah and was so proud to have known him.
Marc you will be missed but always remembered!
Dr. Marc Wise
February 2, 2006
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Pat Matthews
January 31, 2006
Marc is someone I will never forget. He and I grew up together on Boyd Court in Springfield, VA. Marc was six years older than me and someone I always looked up to. He could never do any wrong in my eyes. I have so many memories of Marc... here are a few:
a) Christie Brinkley. Growing up, Marc had a poster of her in his bedroom. It was the first “hot” woman I’d ever really seen (or even realized was “hot”). Looking back on those days, Marc was right—she was hot.
b) Homework. I have many memories of Marc helping me with my homework. Most of the time he would just do it for me so that my parents would let me back out of the house. Whether it was kickball, basketball, football, whatever... it was a hell of a lot more fun than homework.
c) The V-Shape. Marc was the first person who taught me that it was best for a guy to have a V-shaped body. We tried hard. He got a lot closer than I ever did.
d) Broken Arm. The only bone I ever broke in my body was when Marc and I were playing basketball in his backyard. My mom didn’t believe me that it was broken so I had to “suck it up” for 48 hours before going to the doctor.
e) German Shepard. I was so glad when that viscous dog across the street decided to chase down Marc instead of me. That dog was one mean S.O.B.
f) Wooden Utensils. We always got a kick out of watching Lena chase Marc out of the house with her wood spoons. There is nothing like watching a six foot man running from a four foot Japanese lady.
g) Academics. Marc always seemed to be in school. Whether it was college, law school, or medical school, Marc was there. I thought he’d never finish. But he did—all of the above, in fact.
h) Liberal. In our later years, Marc and I had a hard time agreeing on politics. I still can’t see how anyone doesn’t agree with Bill O’Reilly.
i) Pride. The last time I saw Marc was 13 months ago when he came home for Christmas in 2004. I’ll never forget how proud he was of me for everything I’ve accomplished so far in life. He was so happy that I was happy. It was a pretty cool feeling coming from that older guy I always looked up to.
These are just a few of my Marc related memories. I’m still shocked that he’s no longer with us, but I’m sure he’s in a better place now.
Carol Walsh
January 31, 2006
Dear Marc,
On Sunday, January 22 at approximately 1:15 pm your dad called me and told me you passed away. Denial kicked in quickly and I replied: what Marc? – you cannot mean our Marc not Marc Wise. Your dad in a very solemn voice, again told me that you were no longer with us. At that moment I flashed back twenty-one years ago when I first met you. I had just moved into Boyd Court and your mom invited me over to your house. I went over with Adam who was 1 ½ and Chrissy who was 4 years old. I remember your smile when you walked into the living room. I immediately thought: What a wonderful smile you have- so endearing. Throughout the years that smile never changed. You had a way of convincing me to do crazy things like letting you teach me to skateboard – I almost broke every bone in my body! I remembered our talks about your teachers, classes and life-dreams. I was always so proud of you and knew you would grow up to be a loving and caring person. We are all hurting so much, but I know that God must really need you if he took you from us now.
Although you are physically gone, I know that your spirit will always live within us.
You will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Please give my mom and dad a big hug from me. I know they will be looking after you!!!
Love,
Carol
Chrissy (Walsh) Van Epp
January 31, 2006
I remember peeking out my bedroom window on summer nights to watch the teenagers congregate at the top of Boyd Court. There at the top of "the court" (which was usually dominated by the big-wheel-riding little kids by day), Marc and his friends would sit or lean against parked cars, telling stories, probably unaware of the fact that so many of us "little kids" looked down at him in awe and admiration. Because of Marc, I (and so many others) learned about the exciting milestones that we had to look forward to in life: learning to drive; attending senior prom; going to college; getting married. Because of Marc, we also learned what effect a simple smile can have on the people around you--having personally benefitted from so many of his. Marc was a role model to so many of us, even as we all grew up and went our separate ways.
To Candy, Lena, Dick, and all of Marc's family and friends: Please know that you and Marc are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry that I couldn't be there with you all last week, but I hope to see you soon.
Travis Bowers
January 30, 2006
Candice, Mr. and Mrs. Wise, Julleah, friends and family members; you all are in our hearts and prayers.
- The Bowers Family -
Candy Wise
January 28, 2006
It is very hard for me to accept the fact that you are no longer here. When I reminisce, I’m reminded of pleasant childhood memories in Boyd Court with Ang, Brian, Patrick, Carol, Chrissy, and Brad…the tree house, the swing sets, wooden spoons, big wheels…and then you moved to CA for college when I was 7 years old. Most of the other memories were yearly visits for Christmas or Thanksgiving and I remember just wanting to be near you…despite being the annoying, bratty little sister that loved you so much….
I admired the fact that we were so similar, yet so different. You were outgoing, charismatic, and the life of every party. While visiting you, I tried karaoke for the first time shaking in my boots and you were happy to be the MC every night. How different we were! At least we both liked to sneak up and scare people. (Hehe!)
I am so proud of you and all of your accomplishments. You were everything that I wasn’t and I am so proud to call you my brother. You finished college in record time; completed law school; finished medical school…and you were on your way to becoming a successful anesthesiologist.
Don’t you worry- I’ll take good care of Mommy and Daddy and comfort them the best way I know how. I miss you so much already and wish I could turn back time just to let you know how much I love you…how much we ALL love you.
I hope you heard the promises I made you the other day- I won’t let you down. I’ll think of you every day for the rest of my life. I’ll stay strong and keep smiling since others commented how strikingly similar they are.
Brad was right- “…it’s so sad to see you go, but such a pleasure to have known you while you were here…”
Your sister,
Candy
Ryan Reed
January 28, 2006
I only met Marc once through Candy - but he was a great guy, and an unfortunate loss for all of us.
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Sylvia
January 27, 2006
I feel blessed to have known Marc as he brought a lot of sunshine and happiness into all of our lives! This was evidenced by the hundreds of friends that attended his funeral from all over the U.S. Thank you Lena and Dick for being such wonderful parents to Marc and Candy for being such a great sister. To Julleah, his beloved wife, my heart goes out to you and you will be remembered in my daily prayers. Love,
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