I remember my lunches with Marc very fondly and always looked forward to seeing him. He was a man of integrity with a passion for advertising that was contagious. I am sure he is missed by all who loved and admired him. All my best, Brett Shevack

Dear Rob and Family:  I only worked with Howard and Rob at the PR portion of the business but I remember Marc as being a kind gentleman.  

I'm so sorry for your loss, Rob.  

Marilyn Neumann

Dear Sheila,  I am so sorry for your loss.  Marc was a brilliant and masterful man - a sorry loss for all who have known him. Please know that I keep you in my prayers. Lee-Ann

Sheila---I was saddened to hear of Marc's passing as we returned from vacation.  He was truly a remarkable man, father, husband, mentor, grandfather, business man . . . .I guess renaissance man might start to cover it!  Our prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.

Marc Wyse was a man that I respected dearly and he will be missed by so many of us.  He touched my life in profound way and I'm grateful God allowed our paths to cross.  Betty L. Brown

When the doors opened at 2800 Euclid Ave., could Marc Wyse ever have imagined the huge influence his life would have on so many other lives and careers? His generosity and kindness is a sweet legacy which speaks to the gratitude, reassurance and comfort we wish for Marc's family... shared by the legions of us that Marc mentored.

To Marc's family and especially Shelia, my dearest friend, my deepest condolences.  My wife and I met Marc twice at our reunions and found him to be the most warm and comfortable person to talk to.  He and Shelia were great to be with, and I could tell they were very happy.  Thank you, Marc, for your kindness and your legacy.  If Marc had anything to to with a product, it had to be good.

To the entire Wyse family - 
You are all in my thoughts at the passing of a great man. He will be missed.

What memories I have of Wyse Advertising.  Early 1970s, such a time of learning and laughing and enjoying working at this great agency.  Marc was ever there, and I will always remember a wonderful framed piece on his office wall - just in case he ever became too full of himself.  "Remember, there are 10 million people in China who don't even know who you are."  I trust he laughed every time he saw it.  A formidable man in a fur coat......and my years at 2800 Euclid will always be great memories.  Casey Brennan McGannon, Charlottetown PEI

Sheila:

My deepest sympathy to you and your family.  You have such wonderful memories that you've shared with a truly remarkable man.

Shiela, we are sad to hear about Marc. Please know that our prayers are with you during this trying time. We are grateful to have known Marc, and recognize what a special man he was and what a great life he had.

I was saddened to hear of Marc's death. He was a wonderful man and a great boss, a living example of tikkun. 

My sincerest sympathies go out to his family and his dearest friends.

My condolences to Sheila and the family.  I will never forget my time with Marc and feel proud to be part of the extended "Wyse family".  Marc will be missed, but his legacy will live on.

Dear Sheila & Family,

Remembering Marc and his love for Ohio marketing, communications and advertising college students. His generosity through the Marc Wyse Scholarship at AAF-Cleveland has helped so many students launch successful careers. 

Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Best,

Susan Lyon
Past President
AAF-Cleveland Education Foundation

Hello Sheila,

Remembering Marc and his incredible generosity. I will never forget his love for marketing, advertising and communications students, and how he generously supported them through the Marc Wyse Scholarship at AAF-Cleveland. 

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Best,
Susan Lyon
Past President, AAF-C Education Foundation

Dear Sheila and family,
My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. While it may be of little comfort to you now, Marc's wonderful legacy will live on forever, not only through you, those whom he loved best, but through the thousands of lives he touched. Marc was not only a great inspiration, mentor and friend, he was a living example of how to live life to the fullest, and everyone who crossed his path left richer and far better for the experience. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

We have lost one of the BEST in the world of advertising.  I started my career in advertising with Wyse and I will be forever greatful.  Rest in Peace.  "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal.  Love leaves a memory no one can steal"

Marc, thank you for your leadership example and inspiration to the advertising community across the country.  Your legacy will not be forgotten and we pray that your family will be comforted by all those you have mentored and nurtured along the way.

Sheila..Kathy and Rob and Family..

I have childhood memories..and adult memories of Marc..What an incredible guy..a brilliant advertising guru..and a kind and caring man..Wow..how lucky you are all to have had him in your life so long.

My heartfelt sympathy and thoughts go out to you..He will be sorely missed!

Kathy Kraus Lawrence
Scottsdale, Arizona

Marc, an advertising pioneer and gentleman, mentored so many of us--his legacy runs through every vein of the ad business worldwide.  He positive attitude and encouraging spirit changed the world.  May The Angels hold his family close now and forever.

My thoughts and prayers are with the Wyse family. I remember so many great memories about Marc. And I will forever be thankful and so grateful for giving me the opportunity to join the Wyse Advertising family and starting me down my career path.  I use so many of the lessons Marc taught me every day in both my personal and professional life.  He will always be the solid foundation for my life.

Shiela and family, Marc was a wonderful teacher and friend to many of us who spent a large part of our careers with Wyse.  And all of us could tell you our own wonderful Marc Wyse story that would keep you in stitches.  He was a true original and will be missed.

As the accolades for a life exceedingly well-lived pour in, I am sure that I can add little to what we knew when Marc was alive and with us, and what he leaves us in his passing â€“ that he was an exceptionally kind, intelligent, giving and fun-loving person who had a positive impact on the lives of the  thousands and thousands of people fortunate enough to cross paths with Marc. I am deeply saddened at the news of his death, but I count myself a far richer person for having had the chance to spend many hours with the courageous and indomitably-spirited Marc Wyse. I am sure he rests in peace, now unfettered by wheelchair and weakness, and comforted by our love, respect and admiration.

Dear Sheila & family, my deepest sympathy.  You and Marc were so gracious to host the John Adams class reunion just a few years ago at your home.  I brought my Father, Mario, he was Marcâ€™s classmate and I will never forget how wonderful and giving you and Marc were and how proud Marc was of his friends from school and the times they all spent together.  It was a precious time that everyone there treasured, take care.

He was a great man that I knew as both a client and a friend. He was such a genuine person. My heart and prayers go out to his family and the agency he founded.

Marc was a truly great man. I started my advertising career at Wyse and learned from the best. I will be forever thankful for the opportunities he gave me. Marc will live in my heart always.

My thoughts and prayers ... and especially my love ... are with each and every Wyse family member. So many years ... so many memories. He may be gone ... but he'll never be forgotten.

Sheila & Jennifer, my deepest sympathies go out to you both at this time. You made Marc whole. He loved you both so very much. I have you both in my prayers. ~ I spent over half of my life with Marc at Wyse Advertising. What a nurturer he was. He created a culture that encouraged experimentation on behalf of our clients that led to some really fabulous & famous work. He so loved the business. His passion and positive attitude was, and still is, my inspiration. Thanks, Marc, you were the greatest boss ever.

We have lost one of the greatest of our  "Twelve Caesars.."

Fred Shapiro

Dear, dear Sheila:
Vel and I are devasted about Marc. 
He was a great friend, a beautiful Caesar, and a remarkable person. I know you will miss him. So will we. 
The world is lighter since his recent departure. . .
Vel & Jerry

Marc was absolutely brilliant. He touched the lives of so many of us, giving us a chance and believing in the work. But more than that, his kindness was unmatched. I find it difficult to express the depth of my gratitude. I will miss him very much and extend my heartfelt sympathy to each of you. May you hold him close in your hearts. Peace be with you.

Marc provided a comprehensive advertising education to me and many other employees and clients. With a name like Wyse it had to be right.
Bob Riley

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I do hope you find solace in the wonderful memories that Marc brought not only to your family, but to the entire community. He will be missed but always be loved and remembered.

You are in my prayers as I hold dear the memories of Marc and the years Ron was mentored and loved by him. He gave so much to so many and he will be missed.

OBITUARY

Marc Wyse

April 9, 1923 – July 3, 2011

Berkowitz-Kumin-Bookatz Memorial Chapel

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