Mrs. Josie "Irene" Wise
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Mrs. Josie "Irene" Wise

  • March 16, 1920 - August 5, 2012
  • Woodville, Texas
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“I just wanted to let the family know how very sorry I am for there loss. I only met her a few times when she came to Elkhart for my Grandpa's b-day ...Read More » ”
1 of 13 | Posted by: Dian McClung - mont belvieu, TX

“Larry, We are saddened by the news and know that everyone will miss your mom. Sorry we were unable to come to the funeral home and the service. ...Read More » ”
2 of 13 | Posted by: Gary McCown - Pasadena, TX

“My family has fond memories of Mrs. Wise. Always such a dear lady. Our prayers and thoughts will be with her family today. ”
3 of 13 | Posted by: Mr and Mrs. Milton Eckerman Jr - TX

“I know Mrs Wise will be missed. She is one in my many of childhood memories as growing up as a neighbor. Always felt welcome in her home. Always...Read More » ”
4 of 13 | Posted by: Cindy (Ogg) Spence - Conroe

“My grandma was nice lady. When she was sick, i took care of her whenever i could. She always had this way of making you feellik everything was okay...Read More » ”
5 of 13 | Posted by: Justin K. Wise - Roanoke, TX

“I feel very privileged to have known and been loved by such a wonderful woman. May you rest in peace and will eternally live in our hearts. ”
6 of 13 | Posted by: Stephanie Carpenter - Ft Worth, TX

“An icon for sure and a pillar in our little community. Mrs. Wise probably never knew the impact and Christian influence she had on several...Read More » ”
7 of 13 | Posted by: Sylvia Newman - Houston, TX

“To the Wise Family, so sorry for your loss. I worked with Larry and Charlie Wise at Ford Motor Co., Mrs Wise has some great Son's so I know she was a...Read More » ”
8 of 13 | Posted by: Cindy Hodges - Mesquite, TX

“Such a nice lady that my Mom loved so much. She lived a wonderful life and made many people feel good with that lovely smile. ”
9 of 13 | Posted by: Toni Burnett Muse - Houston, TX

“She lived a good Christian life. There's no doubt, she is with the Lord Savior. ”
10 of 13 | Posted by: Joe matthieu - Highlands, TX

“Mrs. Wise was a remarkable person. She will be greatly missed. I spent about as much time at her home in my childhood as at my home. My prayers are...Read More » ”
11 of 13 | Posted by: Joe Matthieu - Highlands , TX

“I love you Grandma. Thank you for all the wonderful memories, and all the great times our family was able to share with you. I will miss you so much. ”
12 of 13 | Posted by: Terry Wise - Ft. Worth, TX

“So very sorry for your loss. "Grandma" was the sweetest and most loving woman I have ever had the privilege to know. ”
13 of 13 | Posted by: Valerie & Jesse Pipes - Texarkana, TX


Josie "Irene" Wise was called home to her heavenly Father August 5, 2012. Irene was born March 16, 1920 to Fred and Fannie Marcontell in Saratoga, Texas. She is survived by her loving family of 2 daughters; Freddie Wheeler and husband Tommy, Mary Alva and husband Rene, 4 sons; Charles Wise and wife Barbara, Larry Wise, Danny Wise, Randy Wise, 6 Grandchildren; Terry Wise, Charlotte Anyacho, Anthony Alva, Michelle Alva, Cory Wise, Brittany Wise, 6 Greatgrandchildren as well as many other relatives and friends. She was a member of Beaumont Place Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her loving husband; Elmer Wise, her parents, 6 brothers and 2 sisters.