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Charles "Charlie" Wise

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Mar 2, 1941 – Nov 13, 2009

Mr. Charles “Charlie” Wise, 68, died peacefully after a long courageous battle with cancer on Friday, November 13, 2009.

   He was born in Mosinee, WI on March 2, 1941 to the late Joseph and Clara (nee: Anker) Wise.  On August 17, 1963 he married the former Judy Lampe.

   After graduating from Mosinee High School, Charlie served his nation with the U.S. National Guard.  He worked for Robert Bosch Corporation for over 30 years, retiring in 2001. 

    He was a member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church and the Racine Moose Lodge #437. 

   Charlie loved the outdoors.  An avid deer hunter and fisherman, he especially enjoyed the time spent hunting on his 40 acres of land up north.  Charlie also treasured spending time with his wife at Sheltering Oaks Campground in East Troy.

   In addition to his loving wife, Judy of Racine, his survivors include his children, Mary Ellen (Al) Cole of Sturtevant, Scott (Cindy) Wise of Racine; grandchildren, Brandon Cole and Samantha Adams; brother, Archie (Rose Marie) Wise of Racine; sisters, Viola Cisewski of Mosinee, WI, Wilma Fink of Chetek, WI, Marie Iczkowski of Rosholt, WI, Alice (Ben) Obremski of Stevens Point, WI,  Stella (Tom) Lewandowski of Mosinee; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Albert and Margaret Lampe of Mosinee, WI; brother-in-law, Gary (Carleen) Lampe of Racine, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.  In addition to his parents, Charlie was also preceded in death by his brother, LeRoy Wise; sisters, Sarah Hulsart, Leona McCarthy and brothers-in-law, Virgil McCarthy, Rev. Robin Fink, Willard Iczkowski and Richard Hulsart. 

   Charlie’s life will be celebrated in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 7:00 pm.  There will be a visitation in the funeral home on Wednesday from 5-7 pm.  Military honors will follow. A private interment will take place next to his father in the Mosinee Cemetery in Mosinee, WI.  

Guestbook Entries

  1. Bobby Maslowski says

    Uncle Chuck was loved very much, I always looked forward to seeing him with Aunty Judie.  He will live forever in our hearts.

  3. Jackie Getter says

    I want to sent my deepest sympathy to Judy and the entire family.  Chuck was a wonderful person and will be missed greatly.  May you find strength through your faith, your friends, and family through this difficult time.  Take time for yourself, recall the precious memories you made with him and smile.  May you find comfort and peace knowing that others care and love you.  I will keep you in my prayers.  A friend always, Jackie Getter

  5. THE GANGI (HULSART) FAMILY says

    Aunt Judy and the entire family our deepest sympathy.Uncle Chuck was a kind loving,caring gentleman he will be greatly missed.He will Always be in our hearts forever.

    The Gangi’s

     

     

  6. Lois Bachinski says

    My dear Uncle Chuck, You will be so very missed by us all. Always know you held a very special place in all our hearts. We have always felt so loved and special to you and Auntie Judy. You in our hearts and minds. God Bless, Lois

  7. Nelson and Dorothy Wise says

    Aunt Judy,  Mary Ellen and Scott:

    Nelson and I would like to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband,  and father.   We both will miss Uncle Chuck’s smile and all his deer hunting stories through out the years!  We will also miss the annual Thanksgiving Dinner at the old farm of his deceased  brother Leroy and the fantastic meal that his sister in law  Margie Hintz prepared every year!!  We will miss you dearly and also the loving hunting memories wiill be with us forever!!  May god give you hope and faith thru this griefing time,   and with the love of family and friends that care alot of Uncle Chuck.

  8. Joyce and Barry Morrison says

    Judy, We are so sorry to hear of Chuck passing away.  What a shock!  We are so glad we had the opportunity to talk to him so recently.  You and your family are in our prayers.  Take care and keep in touch.  Joyce and Barry

     

  9. The Rogacheski Family says

    Uncle Chuck, you will be dearly missed, but not forgotten.  We have many fond memories to remind us of your kindness.  Our Deepest Sympaties to all family and friends.

  10. Ron & Ardy Krueger says

    Chuck was a fun guy.  He was always a pleasure to be with.  We will all miss him, but our memories will live on.

  11. Adam Bachinski says

    It makes me very sad to think about Uncle Chuck. While i only saw  him at large family gatherings, i always enjoyed talking with him.

    It makes me sad because i’ll never have the chance to actually get to know him, and i wish i had.

    My love goes out to you, Aunt Judy, and the rest of the family during this sad time. Please let me know if there is anything i can do.

    love, Adam 

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