John J. A. Wisse

John J. A. Wisse passed away on September 17, 2026, in Choteau, Montana, at the age of 100.

John was born on April 16, 1926, in Kapelle, Zeeland, the Netherlands, to Jan and Jacoba Wisse. In 1948, following the end of World War II, John immigrated to the United States with his newlywed wife, Gerda. They came to America seeking a new start after the family farm was devastated during the war.

John settled in Montana, where he began leasing land and farming while working toward his dream of owning a farm of his own. He was also employed by General Mills, Inc., while continuing to farm. John farmed for several years after retiring, and even after leasing out his farmland, he remained interested in new farming techniques, equipment, and technology throughout the rest of his life.

John is survived by his three children, Hank (Kelly) Wisse, Jane (Herb) Goetz, and Carl (Lynne) Wisse; five grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren, of whom he was very proud.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Gerda; his parents; and five siblings..

A graveside memorial service for John will be held on October 17, 2026 in the Choteau Cemetery at 2:00pm with Nancy Woodward officiating. Following services a reception will take place at Stage Stop Inn.

Memorial contributions may be made in John's honor to Benefis Teton Medical Center.