Jonathan Michael Wyse

Jonathan Michael Wyse left the physical world on January 17, 2024, at the age of 46. In his absence, he remains a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, friend, electrician, and proud Navy Chief who will be remembered fondly as someone we admired, loved, and respected. Jonathan was born to Michael Eugene Wyse and Leegh Louise Wyse on January 3, 1978, in Frankfort, Kentucky. Jonathan moved west with his family as a toddler, graduating from Corvallis High School in 1996. His achievements started early as he earned the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in the Boy Scouts of America, during those years. A year after graduating, he fulfilled his promise to report for duty to serve our country in the United States Navy. It was there he met fellow shipmate Jessica Lea Walker, who would become his wife in 2005. Jonathan and Jessica created their beautiful family of three boys, Jonathan Michael Wyse, Jr. (17), Joban Zane Wyse (13), and Jordan Allen Wyse (9). Jonathan was incredibly proud of his military service, and we are honored to acknowledge his commitment and sacrifice. He accomplished his goal of retiring after 20 years of dedicated service and achieving the rank of E7, forever a Navy Chief. In 2018, Jonathan and family returned to Corvallis, Oregon, to be surrounded by family and childhood friends and start the next chapter of their lives. As an Aviation Technician, Jonathan traveled the world over with five career deployments, serving in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. He had an immense passion for aircraft and was held in high esteem at each command he served. He was a decorated service member with a host of awards and recognition earned during his active duty time. His fellow shipmates looked up to him as a mentor, and he loved developing and supporting those junior to him, earning him Instructor of the Year accolades. As if his career in the Navy wasn't impressive enough, Jonthan went on to become an Electrician following his retirement and became a Journeyman in 2022. He was employed by Jimco Electric in Lebanon, Oregon. He loved his job and built a new community of friends he looked forward to seeing each day. Outside of work, Jonathan enjoyed spending time with his family. He was an avid history buff and never passed by an informational kiosk without reading it. He enjoyed camping, bowling, grilling, football, the OSU Beavers, and relentlessly winning board games against his family and friends. He also had a taste for fine scotch and cigars. He is preceded in death by his father Michael Wyse, his grandparents Charles and Jean Potes, and his grandparents Robert and Ila R Wyse. He is survived by his wife Jes Walker-Wyse, his three sons Jonathan Wyse, Jr., Joban Wyse, and Jordy Wyse as well as his mother Leegh Wyse, his brothers Brian Wyse and Reid (Nancy) Wyse, his three nephews William Wyse, Benjamin Wyse, and Matthew Wyse, his two nieces Natalie Wyse and Ila G Wyse, his uncle Adam (Lynn) Potes and family, his aunt Amy (Ted) Conklin and family, his aunt Myra Potes-McCrae and family, his Uncle Dennis (Tina) Wyse and family, his uncle Alan “Pete” (Melodie) Wyse and family, and his aunt Michelle (Paul) Holman and family. The family includes many cousins and second cousins that Jonathan remained close to throughout the years. The family would like to thank the Corvallis, Oregon, and Whidbey Island, Washington, communities as well as the Chiefs Mess for their incredible outpouring of love and support during a difficult time. Jonathan's legacy will be long-lasting among those who knew him. He will be put to rest at Oak Lawn cemetery in Corvallis, Oregon. In lieu of flowers, the family has an account set up at Oregon State Credit Union for the care and support of the boys during the remainder of their youth. Contributions can be deposited under Jes Walker-Wyse in the "Wyse Guys future" account. Please leave your thoughts and memories at https://www.mchenryfuneralhome.com/m/obituaries/Jonathan-Wyse/Memories

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Jonathan Michael Wyse

January 3, 1978 - January 17, 2024