Joseph Steck Wise Obituary
We announce the death of Joseph Steck Wise (Hanover, Pennsylvania), who passed away on November 1, 2026, at the age of 99. Joseph will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joseph Steck Wise to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lydia Cranmer (Daniel Wise) and NJ; his wife Miriam B. Wise; his daughter Kathryn J. Nelson; his son-in-law William S. Nelson; and his close friend Gloria Summer.
He is survived by: his daughters, Susan E. Walters (Gary), Mary Anne Gingerich (Dave) and Kristine Wise-Raymond (Andrew); his grandchildren, Jen Capers (Joe), Rob Gill (Jessie), Monica Smith (Josh), Scott Nelson (Kellie), Amy Murray (Chris), Jake Gingerich (Mackenzie), Rachel Raymond, Renee Raymond and Joe Raymond; and his great grandchildren, Jackie, Julie Capers, Emerson, Madison, Jaxon Gill, Will Smith, Leah, Conner Nelson, Lydia, Nora Murray and Lillian Gingerich.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, November 27th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Spirit Trust Utz Terrace (2100 Utz Terrace, Hanover, PA 17331).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. David's Lutheran Church, 1032 Musselman Rd, Hanover, PA 17331.
