Terry Melvin Wisdom, 58, of Eudora, received his ultimate healing and went to be with his Creator on October 2, 2014, after a short battle with cancer. He was at home surrounded by family and loved ones. A celebration of Terry’s life will be held Wednesday, October 8, 2014, at 11:00 am at Free Methodist Church located at 31st and Lawrence Avenue.
Terry was born July 9, 1956 in Lawrence, KS to Arlen and Robbie Wisdom of Eudora, Kansas. Terry spent his years as a loving husband, son, brother and friend to many. Terry lived his life in such a way that many admired and respected. He was always there with a helping hand no matter if you were family, friend, or just someone in need. Terry was a man of few words, but always a great listener and thinker. Because of his constant calm demeanor and level head, he became the rock that many turned to and counted on.
Terry worked as a truck driver and heavy equipment operator with the city of Lawrence for over 20 years. Terry loved his job and rarely sat idle. When not working, you could find him in his garage tinkering on a car or working on a new project for someone. On the weekends he enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting and attending swap meets with his family and friends. Terry also believed in supporting his community. In 2001, he traveled to Wichita to help with clean up following devastating tornados.
He leaves behind his best friend and wife, Roma Wisdom of the home; his sons, Josh of Odessa, TX., Jason Spillman of Baldwin, Joshua Fraser and his wife Molly of Lawrence; his daughters, Amber of Lawrence, Amelia Murtagh of Desoto and Amanda Murtagh of San Francisco, CA.; Grandchildren, Makenna Wisdom, Taylor Spillman, and Chase, Kori and Kasey Fraser; Mother, Robbie Wisdom of Eudora; brother, Bob Wisdom and wife Kay of Garnett, KS.; sisters, Debbie Flint and husband Nick of Lawrence and Tammy Wisdom of Eudora, KS and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his beloved furry friends Chevy, Rio and Spike.
He is preceded in death by his father Arlen Wisdom and his brother Bill Wisdom. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Douglas County Visiting Nurses or Lawrence Humane Society, in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana St., Lawrence, KS, 66044. Online condolences may be sent at rumsey-yost.com.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Wisdom family during this time of loss. Terry was a good man and will be missed by many.
Dear Roma and Family ~
Truly sorry to hear about the loss of Terry, sending our love and prayers to you all. God Bless.
A beautiful soul taken from this earth too soon who’s memories will live on in our hearts forever with love. A great man!
To Amber and Wisdom family, my sympathies for your loss. God bless.
Our condolences to the Wisdom family. Terry was a good guy and will be missed by many.
Dear Roma sorry to hear the loss your Husband i pray that GOD be with you and your family at this time I wish I could be there for you, if you need to talk or anything please give me a call love you
Mary & BOB Parish
My prayers go with all Terry’s family at this time and love to all.
Sening our thoughts and prayers for Roma and family, you two were such a wonderful couple and a great family.
Jason & Taylor, We are so sorry for your loss. We are here for you anytime. We love you.
So sorry for your loss, may he R.I.P,thought’s and prayers to the family, Bill will lead him the way!
I am so sad to learn of Terry’s passing. He was such a likeable guy and will be missed. My thoughts are with his friends and family during this devastating time.
go rest in peace dear friend and prayers for your family
Our prayers and thoughts go out to Roma and family at this time of loss. Terry was and always will be a special friend. As we walk the farm, we will always remember him and his help, as well as his “fishing abilities” at the pond. He was loved like a brother and will be greatly missed.
Sad to hear of Terry’s passing, may God surround you with his love and a sense of peace at this time of need. Prayers to the family……Cindy Erwin Flippo
Roma, Robbie, and family, I was saddened to hear about the passing of Terry. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Becky
I am so devastated by this and so sad for my granddaughter Amber and her daughter Makenna, Rest in Peace Terry you were the good old boy that will be missed forever.
Dear Roma and Family,my thoughts and prayers our with you all….Mike Hadl…