William Emerson Wise

1944 - 2013

William Emerson Wise obituary, 1944-2013, San Jose, CA

BORN

1944

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Lima Family Erickson Memorial Chapel

710 Willow Street

San Jose, California

William Wise Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 6, 2013.

William Wise
May 30, 1944 - Sep. 4, 2013
Resident of San Jose
Survived by his daughters Christine, Rosann, grandaughter Rosalinda (David), great granddaughters Jordan, Jaelynn and Jianna, sister Nancy and many other loving family members. Preceded in death by his wife Dolores. Willie served in the US Navy and retired from Northwest Airlines after 37 years. He will forever be loved and missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be held at St. Martin of Tours Parish on Monday Sep. 9 at 1:00pm.

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September 3, 2023

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Adam

Recalling several conversations about his life experience. He was a calm and understanding man enjoyed talking with him. Your friend , adam

September 11, 2013

maryann ramirez

willie we shared some great memories well i was growing up...you'll always be in my heart.my prayers go out to your family.you made it home to your wife in heaven...

September 8, 2013

WILLIE I AM SHOCKED AS I RECENTLY TALKED TO YOU THIS SUMMER, MARY AND I SEND OUR PRAYS TO CHRISTIS AND ROANN
WE SURE ARE MISSING OUR GREAT FRIENDSD OF 32 YEARS , WE WILL MISS YOU YOUR FRIENDS AND WORKMATES
CARRGOBOB AND MARY 650-593-9344

September 8, 2013

Nelda n Daniel Escamilla-Serrano

Our most sincere condolences to Chrissy, Rosalinda, Rose n Grandchildren... Heaven is just a step away.. N Willie made it there first.. Our love to your family from Serrano-Escamilla , and Resendiz families ..

September 8, 2013

Lisa Arambula

My condolences to Chrissy&Rosann& granddaughter Rose and the little ones, your father loved you all and yes he will be missed but he will always be in our hearts forever in my family he was call uncle Willie bless and prayers for his girls..Arambulal Family

September 7, 2013

Nadine Tapia-Cuevas

Willie, you were a great man and will be sadly missed. RIP willie you are back once again with the love of life Dolores! Were going to miss you!

September 7, 2013

Adan Garza

Willie, my dear friend may your soul rest and your friendly personality last for ever! Take care Willie and save a spot for all of us with ice cream and cake near by. From the Escamilla / Velasco family and many others you have shared your-life. Thank you for your humbleness and kind words with wisdom you have shared, throughout your family and friends! ???????

September 7, 2013

Dora Padilla

Rest in peace Willie. My sincere condolences to Ro, Chrissy, Tiny and the entire family.

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