Claude E. Wise Obituary
We bid farewell to Claude E. Wise of Elkhart, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 2, 2025 at the age of 91. Claude touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clyde Wise and Ruth Wise (Sensenbaugh); his brothers, Shaylor, Lloyd, Robert and Harold; and his pet Bella.
He is survived by: his children, Brenda Burdin (Jackie), Cathy Anderson (Jon), Mark Finn (Renee), Christy Finn (Richard Hurt), Julie Smith (Charles) and Kim Ols (Kevin); and his siblings, Ernest "Ernie" Wise, Betty Shaver and Nancy Cummins. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to The Humane Society of Elkhart County, 54687 County Road 19, Bristol, IN 46507.
