Ila Ruth Wise Obituary
In loving memory of Ila Ruth Wise (Dunn, North Carolina), who departed this world on April 10, 2025 at the age of 91. Ila Ruth leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Ila Ruth's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her father James L. Williams (Lula Holland). She is survived by: her husband Jack S. Wise; her sister Connie Cashin (Richard); her children, James Franklin Jones (Tammy) and Donna Blankenship (George Warren); and her stepchildren, Gil P. Wise (Linda), Phil L. Wise (Tina) and Jennifer Wise. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Saturday, April 12th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Skinner & Smith Funeral Home (905 Erwin Rd, Dunn, NC 28334). A funeral service was held on Saturday, April 12th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
