Stephen "Steve" Arnold Wisdom

Stephen “Steve” Arnold Wisdom was born September 7, 1955 in St. Louis, Missouri to Glen Warren and Ruth Louise (Botkin) Wisdom. He was a lifelong Dent County resident and graduated from Salem High School with the class of 1973. Steve had a strong work ethic and his personality made him easy to work with. He started his working career selling insurance with his father at Wisdom, Your Insurance Man Inc., then traveled all over Missouri with the Highway Patrolman Magazine, before starting his career as a correctional officer. Steve was employed with the Jefferson City Correctional Center for several years and retired from the South Central Correction Center after twenty-two and half years of dedication. During his time there he was promoted to Tower Five two years before retirement. Steve was a man of great faith, saved and baptized at a young age, and attended Salem Christian Church. He was always active doing something, and never wasted a moment of his life here on earth. Steve was an active member of the American Legion Post 99, Fraternal Order of Eagles Salem Aerie 3422, Masonic Lodge #225, and the South Central Shrine Club where he was known as “Wiz”, a whiteface clown. Steve devoted his life to entertaining and bringing smiles to faces of all ages with the Salem Shrine Clowns. He was loved by his family, friends, and all who knew him. His greatest joy was simply connecting and talking to people he encountered. He never met a stranger and had a smile, charm, and wit that made a lasting impression on everyone he met. Steve departed this life September 18, 2021 in Salem, Missouri at the age of sixty-six years. He leaves behind to cherish his memories, brother: Doug Wisdom and wife Linda of Salem, MO; nephew: Christopher Wisdom of Salem, MO; extended family and dear friends. Preceding him in death, parents: Glen & Ruth Wisdom; sister: Jennifer Wisdom; and nephew: Nicholas Wisdom. Steve was one of a kind, always friendly, kindhearted, and very helpful. He lived a full life and leaves behind a lasting legacy. Celebration of Life for Stephen “Steve” Arnold Wisdom was held Saturday, October 23, 2021 in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel with Erik Herlofson officiating. A Masonic Service was held and Richard Ferranto and Scott Radford shared memories. Song selections played were “It Is Well With My Soul”, “Go Rest High On That Mountain”, and “Send In The Clowns”. Burial will be in the Cedar Grove Cemetery. The Family was served by Wilson Mortuary of Salem, Missouri. Memorial Contributions may be made in memory of Steve Wisdom to the Shriners Hospital for Children and left at Wilson Mortuary. Online Condolences may be entered at www.wilsonmortuary.com

Stephen "Steve" Arnold Wisdom

September 7, 1955 - September 18, 2021