Celebrating the life of
William B. Wise, Jr.
October 24, 1925 - May 28, 2013
Rincon- William B. Wise, Jr., 87, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at Hospice Savannah.
He was born in Savannah and was a 1943 graduate of Savannah High School. He entered the U.S. Navy in 1943 and served through April of 1946. Mr. Wise graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Commerce from the Citadel in 1949. During 1950 to 1957 he was a partner in the accounting firm of Wise and Wise and was employed as Chief Accountant with Louis A. Thompson, C.P.A. from 1957 to 1965. He served the Savannah-Chatham School System as Assistant Accountant from 1965 until October of 1975, at which time he was promoted to Comptroller. During 1978, Bill was promoted to Assistant Superintendent of Financial Services and elected Board Treasurer until his retirement in 1987. He attended Savannah Christian Church and enjoyed playing golf. For ten years he was the accountant with the Savannah Junior Golf Association. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be deeply missed by all.
Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Martha Wise; children and spouses, William B. Wise, III Cynthia, Kimberly McDermott, Paul "Randy" Stevens Jessica, David J. Steedley Renee P., DeeAnn Sanders John C.; grandchildren, Jeremiah Rusiewicz, Karissa McDermott, Paul Hayden Stevens, Erin Steedley, Jackson Steedley, John Wise Sanders, Matthew Sanders, and Allison Sanders, and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, May 30, 2013 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
The funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 31, 2013 at the Hodgson Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Abbey, West with Military Honors.
Remembrances may be made to Hospice Savannah, Inc. P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
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I had the honor and privilege of working with Bill when I was the public information officer with the school system. What a great colleague with a gentle sense of humor. Simply one of those fine people who graces your life if you are fortunate enough to cross paths. God bless you, Bill, and your family during this time of transition.
- Jeryl Davis, Morganton, NC
DEEANN - SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. YOU & YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR PRAYERS
- JUDI & TONY MILLER, GUYTON, GA
Please accept our deepest condolences. We want you to know that we are thinking of you at this very sad time . we will all miss Sonny.
- George & Dena Hammond, Atlanta, GA
The Arbogast family wishes to convey their condolences to the Wise family. Bill was a great person and will be missed by all.
- Terry & Dee Arbogast, Gainesville, FL
I was so sadden to hear of Mr. Wise's passing. I worked for him for many years in accounting at the Board of Education. He was a wonderful man with a huge heart. His outstanding sense of humor will always be remembered.
- Peggy Poole Hales, Springfield, GA
I am sadden to hear of the loss of 'Mr. Bill'. He was the youngest of the lunch threesome when he joined the BoE staff along with Mr. Wells and my dad. What a pleasure to arrive at WFHS and get to work with Martha and then Kim. Your family is in my prayers.
- Brenda Bush, Richmond Hill, GA
Dear Aunt Martha, I have loved Uncle Sonny, my Godfather, ever since I can remember. He will never leave my heart. Love from Bob, I have never met a finer man that I may call my friend. Our love to you & our family, wish we could have been there to share in the celebration of his life. Love, Barbara & Bob
- Bob & Barbara Bentley, Ellison Bay, WI
Dee Ann: I love you and I am praying for the peace of God to help you all during this time. God Bless Trina
- Trina Minter, Rincon, GA
DeeAnn So sorry for your loss. Father daughter love is one of Gods greatest blessings. Keep all the good times and think of them often. You are in my prayers. Terry Johnston
- Terry Johnston, Charlotte, NC
We are very sorry to hear of your family's loss. Please accept our deepest condolences in this sad time. Isa. 25:8
- Burts Family, Atlanta, GA
I had the honor and privilege of working with Bill when I was the public information officer with the school system. What a great colleague with a gentle sense of humor. Simply one of those fine people who graces your life if you are fortunate enough to cross paths. God bless you, Bill, and your family during this time of transition.
- Jeryl Davis, Morganton, NC
DEEANN - SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. YOU & YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR PRAYERS
- JUDI & TONY MILLER, GUYTON, GA
Please accept our deepest condolences. We want you to know that we are thinking of you at this very sad time . we will all miss Sonny.
- George & Dena Hammond, Atlanta, GA
The Arbogast family wishes to convey their condolences to the Wise family. Bill was a great person and will be missed by all.
- Terry & Dee Arbogast, Gainesville, FL
I was so sadden to hear of Mr. Wise's passing. I worked for him for many years in accounting at the Board of Education. He was a wonderful man with a huge heart. His outstanding sense of humor will always be remembered.
- Peggy Poole Hales, Springfield, GA
I am sadden to hear of the loss of 'Mr. Bill'. He was the youngest of the lunch threesome when he joined the BoE staff along with Mr. Wells and my dad. What a pleasure to arrive at WFHS and get to work with Martha and then Kim. Your family is in my prayers.
- Brenda Bush, Richmond Hill, GA
Dear Aunt Martha, I have loved Uncle Sonny, my Godfather, ever since I can remember. He will never leave my heart. Love from Bob, I have never met a finer man that I may call my friend. Our love to you & our family, wish we could have been there to share in the celebration of his life. Love, Barbara & Bob
- Bob & Barbara Bentley, Ellison Bay, WI
Dee Ann: I love you and I am praying for the peace of God to help you all during this time. God Bless Trina
- Trina Minter, Rincon, GA
DeeAnn So sorry for your loss. Father daughter love is one of Gods greatest blessings. Keep all the good times and think of them often. You are in my prayers. Terry Johnston
- Terry Johnston, Charlotte, NC
We are very sorry to hear of your family's loss. Please accept our deepest condolences in this sad time. Isa. 25:8
- Burts Family, Atlanta, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
