Joleene Wise , 75, Minot, formerly of Oroville, WA, died Tuesday, January 22, 2019 in a Minot hospital.

Joleene is preceded in death by parents, Harold and Nina Harden; sister, Kaona Harrison and step-brother, Billy Sheckler.

Joleene leaves behind children, Harold Ren Weeks, Colette Mosley and Laural Smalls; seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren; sisters, Crystle Weeks, Deniece Miller and Nina Joy Silva; brother, Ray Harden Joleene along with nine nieces and nephews.

Joleene passed peacefully, with her daughter Laural holding her hand.  She will be missed by all those left behind although we know she is walking the golden streets of Heaven.

Joleene requested that the following poem written by a family member be included to mark her triumphant entry into Heaven.

Cancer Victory

Let me share with you a tale of utmost bravery.
She walked this earth like everyone, sharing her love and living
to enjoy each moment.

She was told that Cancer may be within But could not
be confirmed because of her health.

She went on and continued to enjoy life.
Each day another moment to enjoy.

The Cancer decided to strike hard and fast.
Spitting in everyone's eye and claiming a victory.

Come quick, the call out went out across the land.
Your mother is dying and we do not know when.

Cancer is consuming her and claiming a victory.
Oh but rest ye weary and heavy laden.

This warrior a secret weapon does she have.
No not a weapon to heal.  A far greater weapon does she have at her command.

One call, One mighty word and our warrior shall become the victor true.
Defeating Cancer and being set free.

Free of earthly bounds our warrior will be.
Our warrior lifts her fist in defiance of her killer.
Through her mask voices her command.

I commend you to hell Cancer within.
I am the victor,
I have accepted Christ and I am Glory bound