Dr. Nellie (Nell) Grace (Tanquary) Wiseman

Message from Nora

I'm so sorry for your loss. The pain and grief of loosing someone we love can seem unbearable. Something that can be comforting is God's word. As 1 Corinthians 1:3&4 says; ...the God of all comfort, who comforts all in our trials...The Bible helps us to understand how God feels about death. Isaiah 25:8 says God will defeat our enemy death, and it will be gone forever. -More comforting truths can be found in a book called "What Does the Bible Really Teach". I hope you will look into this subject further. I know it will bring you comfort and peace as it did me.

Message from Diane Eschen Smyser

My deepest sympathy to Mr. Wiseman and the family. Both of you have impacted so many during your teaching careers. Thank you.

Message from Damien A. Joyner

I always looked forward to Mrs. Wiseman's class. Her spark and enthusiasm for each and every one of her students was amazing. Because of her I started writing poetry and came to read and appreciate the written word though college and still in my adult life. Her bright light will still shine from all of the lives she touched at CHS.

Message from Gary Berger

I just yesterday learned of Mrs. Wiseman's passing. Of all of my teachers, she is the one who I remember the most and can still picture the most clearly, sitting on top of her desk teaching us English. (She is probably still doing that, even now.) Every year or so I would find myself wondering how she was doing. Hers was a life well lived, and we will miss her.

CHS class of 1967

Message from Kaitlin Addison Topper

Always loved seeing your smile st CHS. So glad I ran into you last time I went home. You will be missed. All the love

A candle was lit by Kaitlin Addison Topper on October 16, 2017 5:39 AM

Message from Gina Giffin Garcia

My family and I go way back with Nell and Bob Wiseman. I remember Nell introducing me to her niece, Connie, when we were both kids. I remember Bob taking my brother and I on our first plane ride. My family and I have always had much affection and admiration for Nell. Bob and all of Nell's family have our deepest sympathy at this time of loss. From Gina Giffin Garcia, June Giffin and Jon Giffin

Message from Don and Jan smitley

We wish to extend our sympathy to you in the passing of Nell. We know how much you will miss her. She touched the lives of thousands of students during nearly 60 years of teaching. Two of these students were our daughter, Cynthia Smitley, and our granddaughter, Kelsey Smitley. They both appreciated being taught by a special teacher!

Message from Don and Jan smitley

We wish to extend our sympathy to you in the passing of Nell. We know how much you will miss her. She touched the lives of thousands of students during nearly 60 years of teaching. Two of these students were our daughter, Cynthia Smitley, and our granddaughter, Kelsey Smitley. They both appreciated being taught by a special teacher!

Message from Ellen Walters

I graduated from Charleston High School in 1963 and Mrs. Wiseman was my math teacher. I will always remember her kindness and the care she had for each of her students?

Message from Nan (Davis) Havens

To the family of Nell Wiseman: I was a student of Mrs. Wiseman, and she was my favorite teacher in all my years in school! What a contagious smile, and she always challenged us in her writing classes. I can honestly say she was the best teacher I ever had.

I send my heart-felt condolences for the loss of such a special woman, but I'm convinced her infectious smile is now in heaven with the angels. God bless. Nan (Davis) Havens

Message from Cathy McCabe Spencer

Mrs. Wiseman was one of my favorite teachers at Charleston High School (I graduated in 1967). Her smile would light up a room and she had such a passion for teaching that she would sweep you up in her enthusiasm. I have never forgotten her....I hold her memory in my heart.
My deepest condolences to Bob and to her family and friends.

A candle was lit by Norman and Marsha Strader on October 14, 2017 8:27 AM

A candle was lit by Cathy McCabe Spencer (CHS student in the late 1960s) on October 14, 2017 8:23 AM

A candle was lit by Tammy Veach on October 13, 2017 9:57 PM

Message from Zachary Morecraft

Mrs Wiseman was my teacher. She went above and beyond. For many of us she was like a grandmother figure to us. Prayers to the family. My deepest condolences.

Zachary (Class of '02)

A candle was lit by Zachary Morecraft on October 13, 2017 9:25 PM

A candle was lit by The CHS Class of 1971 on October 13, 2017 5:15 PM

Message from Logan Hughes

I was fortunate to have Mrs. Wiseman for both English and Algebra. What a great teacher! I had been thinking about a career in teaching and sitting under her teaching cinched that decision. As stated by others, it wasn't only that she could teach but she knew how to motivate, relate, and take alternate approaches to get through to those of us who were thick-headed. She was so positive I just looked forward to her class even if the subject matter (creative writing) was not my cup of tea.
One anecdote... The year I started teaching at the Charleston Junior High, there was a combined meeting of all the teachers in the Charleston School District at the High School before the school year started. I saw Mrs. Wiseman (as well as many of my teachers through my school years) and greeted her with "Hello, Mrs. Wiseman!" She returned the greeting and said, "Please call me Nell. After all, we are peers now!" She then went on to say how happy she was that I was teaching in the District. From that point on, I called her Nell (when in her presence) but it never felt comfortable for me.
What a lovely person inside and out! May God comfort Bob and Nell's extended family in her passing. God promoted an earthly angel to her heavenly status!

Message from Kathy Gray Terrell

I loved Nell Wiseman. She was so enthusiastic and passionate when teaching us and I still remember all of the Shakespeare quotes I memorized from her class. She radiated genuine kindness and I still see her radiant smile beaming at each and every one of us. I loved going to English to be in her glow. Yes, she indeed was one of a kind. Totally exemplary as a teacher that I wish all the world's students could have experienced. Rest well and in peace Mrs. Wiseman as you sure worked hard and lovingly for all your students.

A candle was lit by Jean Holt Cihlar on October 13, 2017 12:44 PM

A candle was lit by Penny Strange on October 13, 2017 12:21 PM

Message from Chuck and Ronda (Replogle) Lowell

Our thoughts and prayers go to you, Mrs. Wiseman, and your family. You were always so very kind and One-of-a-Kind! We thank you for being our earthly matchmaker since 1972. Love, Chuck and Ronda (Replogle) Lowell.

Message from Dale and Debby Wolf

Our thoughts are with the entire family. Good remembrances stay with us from our time of knowing Nell. She was a caring teacher and helped many a student with their future goals. She will be missed not only by Bob and the family but also by us.

A candle was lit by Kris Reider, Lake Land on October 13, 2017 8:08 AM

A candle was lit by Becky Lawson on October 13, 2017 1:26 AM

A candle was lit by Sue Peadro on October 12, 2017 10:33 PM

Message from Larry Johnson

Annette and I extend our deepest sympathy to Bob and family.

Message from Catherine Sanders Rowe

Loved this Lady.....so calm and understanding. She taught me a lot, including the difference between its and it's. I blew through Rhetoric at U of I with an A because of her. Gods speed, Mrs. Wiseman!

Message from Virginia Zike Ludders

While I did not have the opportunity to be taught by Miss Wiseman, I remember her smiling face and the support she gave to all the students at CHS.

A candle was lit by Hannah Evans on October 12, 2017 6:43 PM

Message from Larry Love

She was a wonder person and a fantastic teacher. All teachers should follow her example. I am lucky to have known her.

Message from Leslie Garner

She was my favorite teacher of all time. She inspired me and the thousands of students to light their creative spark!! She will be missed by many.

Expression of Sympathy

A GARDEN PATH was ordered on October 12, 2017

Mrs. Wiseman will forever be in my heart!! I have thought of her often through the years, she was one of those teachers you never forget. She had a kind and gentle soul. She was definitely one of a kind. Robin Hood

A candle was lit by Karon Warman Davis Class of 1961 on October 12, 2017 8:09 AM

A candle was lit by Brian Furry on October 12, 2017 7:35 AM

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Nell was the best teacher, friend, any student could ask for. My heart is saddened. Her bright spirit , constant smile, and true care and support for each student that knew her will always be remembered.

A candle was lit by Brian Furry on October 12, 2017 7:25 AM

Message from Lucy Ziegler

My deepest sympathies to Mrs. Wiseman's family and friends. She was truly an inspiration to her students.

A candle was lit by Sheila Reed Littleton on October 12, 2017 6:29 AM

A candle was lit by Amanda (Reddish) Aubrey on October 11, 2017 11:15 PM

A candle was lit by Patty (Lee) Bennett on October 11,2017 10:23 PM on October 11, 2017 10:25 PM

Message from Leslie (Spitz) Son

Fondest memories of Mrs. Wiseman as my teacher back in 1997. She truly loved her students and will be missed by so many. Prayers and love to her friends and family as you mourn her loss and celebrate the life of such a memorable and wonderful woman.

A candle was lit by Cindy Wimbley on October 11, 2017 9:54 PM

A candle was lit by Destiny Mitchell and Frances Decker on October 11, 2017 9:42 PM

Message from Fran Decker

You will be missed very much. You hold a special place in many lives and changed lives. We love you and will miss you.

Message from Don and Jan Smitley

Bob, we wish to extend our sympathy to you on the passing of Nell. We know how much you will miss her. She must have touched the lives of thousands of young people. Two of these students were our daughter, Cynthia, and our granddaughter, Kelsey Smitley. They appreciated being taught by such a special teacher!

A candle was lit by Mr. Seth & Mrs. Shanna Goeckner on October 11, 2017 8:40 PM

A candle was lit by A Friend Always and Forever, Diane Johnson Halsey on October 11, 2017 8:40 PM

A candle was lit by Marilyn (Fluckey) Menser on October 11, 2017 8:32 PM

A candle was lit by Raynel (Moreton) Shipley on October 11, 2017 8:30 PM