Daryl Kendel Wise

Daryl Kendel Wise, beloved son of Calvin Coolidge Wise, Sr. and Rosetta Saddie Wise, passed away at home in Baltimore, Maryland, on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the age of 60, following a brief illness. Born on June 15, 1965, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he was the youngest of his parents and lived with them throughout his life. Daryl was the younger brother of Calvin (Chuckie) and Brian, and together they were fondly recognized by their family as the Wise Boys of Baltimore, Maryland. He was especially proud to be the father of his daughter, Sierra Rachel Wise, and deceased son, Devon Kacey Boden. Daryl grew up in Baltimore, where he received his education in the Baltimore City Public Schools. He graduated from Northwestern High School in 1983 and later attended Catonsville Community College. For many years, he was employed with Sherwin-Williams as a licensed forklift operator, and he went on to hold other positions where he built lasting friendships. In his younger years, he enjoyed wrestling, weightlifting, caring for the family’s German Shepherds, listening to club music, and preparing his signature green tea. He also cherished family gatherings with relatives in Snow Hill, Maryland, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Adelphi, Maryland. A lifelong sports enthusiast, Daryl remained a devoted supporter of the Baltimore Ravens and the Baltimore Orioles, always game-ready in his purple and black, as well as his orange and black, to celebrate his hometown teams. Daryl was preceded in death by his son, Devon Kacy Boden, whom we all adored. Daryl leaves to love and cherish his memory, his loving daughter, Sierra Rachel Wise; faithful and devoted parents, Calvin and Rosetta Wise, Sr.; brothers Calvin Coolidge Wise, Jr. (Joanne) and Brian Keith Wise, Sr. (Julia) and other siblings, Kazi Tourie, Otha Shockley (Vickie), and Pamela Costen (Robert) and nephews, Calvin III, Sean, Brian, Jr., and Jason. He also leaves behind a host of extended family members: uncles, aunts, cousins, and many other relatives, and countless dear friends whose lives he touched with his warm smile, sense of humor, and down-to-earth personality. Daryl’s earthly journey ended sooner than expected; however, the Wise Family takes comfort in knowing that he is no longer suffering and that his memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. He will be greatly missed.

Daryl Kendel Wise

June 15, 1965 - August 7, 2025