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Daniel E. Wisma

Daniel E. Wisma of Richwood, formerly of Urbana, died peacefully at home on Saturday, May 13, 2023, following a year-long battle with two types of cancer. Dan was 65 years old.   He was born in Urbana on February 16th, 1958, to Richard E. and Sara J. (Roe) Wisma, and was the youngest of their 3 children. Dan was valedictorian of his Urbana High School 1976 graduating class. He completed one year at Clark State in computer programming.  Dan worked at the Dairy Queen in his teens to early twenties. He worked at Grimes Manufacturing for 7 years, and at Honda Marysville Auto Plant for 16 years.  Then he found his passion, which was landscaping. He achieved becoming an Ohio Certified Nursery Technician in Landscape. He was happy getting dirty among the flowers, shrubs, and mulch. In 1981 he married Melinda “Mindy” Pullins (now Adkins), and they were blessed with 2 sons, Andrew S. “Andy” Wisma and Kevin M. Wisma.  At Honda, Dan met his second wife Julie M. (Welsh) Schmidt. They had been married for 24 years, having wed in 1998. Dan was preceded in death by his father Richard Wisma and his brother Gary Wisma.  He is survived by his wife Julie Wisma, Richwood; beloved sons Andy and Kevin Wisma, both of Urbana; 3 grandchildren Preston, Lily, and Peyton Wisma, Urbana, who made him so proud and were the apples of his eyes; mother Sara “Sally” Wisma, Urbana; sister Kathy (Steve) Watson, Upper Arlington; mother-in-law Janis Welsh, Richwood (now Marion); and nieces, nephews, and cousins. Dan was also preceded in death by his best buddy Mo, the smartest and best cat there ever was.  He is survived by cats Chloe and Comet who have brought him much comfort. The family would like to thank ViaQuest Hospice for their support and care; doctors in particular Dr. Louis Chorich and Dr. Timothy Voorhees for their compassionate care; everyone at The James who assisted, treated, and cared for Dan throughout this journey; and Memorial Damascus Family Medicine’s doctors and staff through the years. According to Dan’s wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no service.  Private interment of his ashes will take place in Urbana at a later date.   The Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood is assisting the family. Remembrances and condolences may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com Florist Login Feel free to post a remembrance on this person's birthday, anniversary of passing, holidays, or whenever feels appropriate.

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Condolences       to #1 from: Fred Smith   Sun, May 14, 2023 at 12:23 PM Julie my condolences for your loss God bless rest his soul #2 from: Joe Jerry Sloop Richwood Sun, May 14, 2023 at 4:30 PM Julie so sorry to hear prayers to you and family. #3 from: Rita Lou Rubeck Parker Richwood Sun, May 14, 2023 at 6:34 PM Julie I am so very sorry for your loss.  You are in my thoughts and prayers. #4 from: Cindee McComas �Marysville Sun, May 14, 2023 at 7:24 PM Julie, I am so sorry. I had no idea you have been dealing with this. Dan was blessed to have you care for him. #5 from: Amber Pullins   Sun, May 14, 2023 at 9:33 PM Kevin and Andy, I am so sorry for your loss. My thought and prayers are with you all. #6 from: Mary Lu Swartz Richwood Mon, May 15, 2023 at 12:07 AM Julie:  My sympathy for the loss of your husband. You have been caring for your mother and your husband at the same time. They are lucky to have you. May God continue to give you strength going forward. Take care. #7 from: Mindy Adkins Urbana Mon, May 15, 2023 at 5:10 AM Julie,Andy and Kevin,  Ken and I are so sorry for your loss  we are here if you need us #8 from: Jerry Moore   Mon, May 15, 2023 at 8:02 AM Julie, so sorry for your loss.Dan was a great guy. Sympathy from the Moore Family. #9 from: Janet Pullins Purdin West Liberty Mon, May 15, 2023 at 10:45 AM Julie, Andy, Kevin and Kathy,  Sorry for your loss.  Dan was a sweet, caring man.  Keeping you in my prayers. Janet #10 from: John Canestraro Urbana Mon, May 15, 2023 at 1:10 PM My condolences to your Family. Dan will be missed by many. #11 from: Deb Terveen   Mon, May 15, 2023 at 1:50 PM Wisma Family.Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing Dan. My thoughts are with you and your family. #12 from: Ken Burkard Clintonville (Columbus) Mon, May 15, 2023 at 4:07 PM Dear Julie, I was heartbroken to see about Dan’s passing. My heart goes out to you, dear friend. Ken #13 from: Shirley Pullins   Mon, May 15, 2023 at 11:31 PM So sorry to hear this. Praying for all of you. #14 from: Cyn Tehan Marsh Cable, OH Tue, May 16, 2023 at 8:55 PM Wisma family, Truly sorry to learn of Dan’s passing. We graduated from UHS together. Hold tight your wonderful memories. With sympathy, Cyn Tehan Marsh #15 from: Beth Gwynn Newark, Ohio Wed, May 17, 2023 at 11:22 PM Julie, you are in my prayers. May God hold you close now as you grieve.

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