Joe M. Wise of Austin died October 22, 2023. Mr. Wise is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Elaine B. Wise, of Austin. He is also survived by his daughter Nora W. Chavez of San Antonio, son Robert Wise of Canyon Lake, granddaughter Diana Carrasco (Mario), granddaughter Chandra W Crownover, great-grandsons Noah Carrasco and Lucas Crownover, sister-in-law Peggy Wise and numerous nephews and nieces.
Mr. Wise was preceded in death by his beloved sons Steve Wise and Scott Wise.
Mr. Wise was born and raised in Laredo, Texas and graduated from Martin High School. He served in the US Army and later joined the US Air Force. He was stationed at several bases state-side and overseas, including Vietnam. He retired from the Air Force and moved back to Austin with his family where he worked for the Texas Department of Transportation until his retirement.
Mr. Wise was a lifetime member of the Disabled Veterans, The Veterans of Foreign Wars, The American Legion, The Vietnam Veterans of America and the Air Force Association.
A graveside service for Joe will be held Friday, October 27, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. at Cook-Walden Capital Parks Cemetery, 14501 North Interstate 35, Pflugerville, Texas 78660 with Pastor Tina Carter officiating. Following the graveside service will be a reception at the funeral home.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.cookwaldencapitalparks.com for the Wise family.
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