Billy L. Wise Jr., 68, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly Monday afternoon, April 14th 2025.
Billy was born on April 2nd 1957, in Ashland to Billy L. Wise Sr. and Belva (nee Richie) Wise.
He retired from Minnich Manufacturing where he worked as a supervisor for over 23 years.
In his free time, Billy enjoyed riding his motorcycle- especially Harley Davidson ones.
He is survived by his wife of over 37 years, Marilyn Wise; two sons, Kevin (Tammy) Wise, Michael Wise; stepsons, Eric (Stacy) Duposki, and Jeremy Duposki; stepdaughters, Eva (Troy) Kingan, and Sher Crowe; his sisters Brenda Tester and Belinda Thompson; 14 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
Along with his parents, Billy is preceded in death by a sister, Bernice and brother-in-laws, Bob Thompson and Harold Tester.
Billy will be deeply and sadly missed by his family.
In keeping with Billy’s wishes, no official funeral ceremonies will be conducted, however, the family will hold a celebration of life at the Moose Lodge on Cleveland Avenue on Saturday, April 19th from 3-5pm.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Denbow-Gasche Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses.
Online condolences may be shared on the funeral home’s website at denbowfh.com
The Denbow-Gasche Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Funeral Home: Denbow-Gasche Funeral Home
Website: denbowfh.com