Romona Wize

Ramona Wize, 91, of York, formerly of Chapman, passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Willow Brook Assisted Living. Service and celebration of Ramona’s life will be at 11:00 Saturday at All Faiths Funeral Home. Minister Jerry Bady will officiate. There is a visitation from 10:00 until the beginning of the service. Cremation will take place following the service with inurnment at a later date in the Chapman Cemetery. Ramona was born May 24, 1932, on the farm in Custer County, the daughter of Ernest and Florence (Love) Haumont. She married Irving E. Wize on December 24, 1985, they moved to Chapman in 1989. Following graduation, Ramona became a nurse’s aide and went on to receive her LPN license. She worked at Good Samaritan in Kearney for eight years, then at the Grand Island Soldiers and Sailors Home. She was then employed at St. Francis Hospital until she retired. Before his passing in 2005, Ramona and Irving spent many hours on the road, traveling and camping. She later enjoyed crafting, especially crocheting and knitting. Over the years she had numerous pets and loved each and every one. Those who cherish her memory include her stepchildren, Jerry (Lori) Wize of York, Craig (Kim) Wize of York, Jonie (Eugene) Wetzel of Ravenna, Jeanie (Scott) Whitt of Marquette, Beckie (David) Radke of St. Libory, and Polly (Ken) Eggli of Polk; daughter-in-law, Carolyn Wize of Willow Island and Barb Wize Of Polk; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews, Janet Haumont, Bob Haumont, Sandy Cooper, Randy Haumont, Ramona Burry, Tim Haumont and Laura Stuchlik; and beloved rescue cat, Snoopkins. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Irving; a sister, Verly (Alfred) Larsen; two brothers, Robert (Laura) Haumont and Danny Haumont; two stepsons, Randy Wize and Gayle Wize; nephew, Mike Larsen; and beloved four-legged puppy, Mouse; along with many numerous pets over her lifetime. Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date. Online condolences may be left at www.giallfaiths.com.

Romona Wize

May 24, 1932 - June 21, 2023

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May 24, 1932 - June 21, 2023

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