CAVE CREEK - Anthony B. Wise, Jr., (Tony) passed away on February 9, 2021 at home of lung cancer. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann, two grandchildren, Dawn Johns of Mesa and Justin Gulley of Flagstaff, 7 great-grandchildren and stepson, Edwin Lee Gulley who preceded Tony in death.
Tony was born in Minnesota and in 1965 decided he wanted to be a cowboy, so he moved to Arizona. Tony worked at Dunn Edwards Paint for 30 years. He was the son of Anthony and Eloise Wise of St. Paul, Minnesota. He was predeceased by sisters Mary Bayliss and Margaret Lethert.
Tony loved boating, skiing, pistol shooting, playing the guitar, singing, and other outdoor activities. He enjoyed the good life until his illness took over. He was a good husband, stepfather, and grandpa. He will be sadly missed by all.
Tony served in the US ARMY for two years. A private service will be held at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in Phoenix.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice of the Valley https://www.hov.org/donate/ or the Cancer Foundation would be greatly appreciated. https:...[more]