Wesley “Wes” Wane Myers
Wesley “Wes” Wane Myers, age 64, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at CentraCare in Redwood Falls, Minnesota.
Wes Myers was born on December 9, 1958, to Paul and Mary Louise (Burnett) Myers in Tribune. Wes attended Greeley County Schools and graduated in 1977.
Wes met the love of his life, Jaunita “Nita” Padilla in 1985, and they were later united in marriage on May 14, 1994 in Howard, Colorado.
Wes found joy in the world of coin collecting, where he tirelessly bought and sold rare pieces that held historical significance. Wes cherished his time with Nita, and they loved watching old westerns together. Trap shooting was another hobby that brought Wes great pleasure and went hand-in-hand with his love of hunting.
A day spent fishing with Nita, Lanee, and Trevor would always be one of Wes’ favorite days, as he enjoyed the company of his family and the quiet peacefulness of the water. He also treasured the time he was able to spend with Trevor tinkering in the garage or making things look nice out in the yard. His daily phone call with his daughter, Lanee, was a cherished part of his day that kept the two close and allowed them to share their joys, challenges, and support for one another. Wes also loved playing in the yard with his granddog, Willbee, and always enjoyed sneaking him scraps from the table.
Wes will be forever rememberd by his loving wife, Nita Myers; daughters, Lanee (Trevor) Hall, Lisa Myers and Laura Myers; eight grandchildren and one on the way; father Paul Myers, siblings Susan Kail and Andrew (Jacque) Myers; mother-in-law Pat Padilla; and other friends and relatives.
Wes was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Louise, who passed away in 2014; brother Kent L. Myers, who passed away in 1957; two infant grandchildren; father-in-law, Johnny Padilla; brothers –in-law, Leslie A. Kail and Earnie Padilla; and sister-in-law Val Bertrand.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date, and Wes will be interred at the Greeley County Cemetery.
OBITUARIES
Leroy Harold Mai
Leroy Harold Mai, age 87, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2023, at the Greeley County Hospital in Tribune. He was born to Emanuel and Madeline Bohl Mai in Greeley County on February 18, 1936. He was a lifelong member of the community. On October 25, 1976, he married Norma... [More]
Geraldine “Gerry” (Sanford) Tuttle
Geraldine “Gerry” (Sanford) Tuttle passed away peacefully on July 14, 2023 in Warrenton, GA. She was born June 28, 1930, in Chicago, IL to Rollin and Virginia (Hubbell) Sanford. She attended Kansas State University where she met her husband, Bill. They... [More]
Richard Gilbert Kysar
Richard Gilbert Kysar, 84, passed away July 11, 2023 at the Greeley County Hospital in Tribune. Richard was born October 28, 1938 in rural Greeley County to Ernest Everett and Lillian (Hartzler) Kysar. Richard was the youngest of three siblings: two brothers, Robert and... [More]
Edna Delores Grubb
Edna Grubb, 94, of Horace, passed away at home after a long and full life on Monday, June 19. Edna passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. This is a celebration of her life. Edna Delores Jones was born southeast of Arapahoe in Cheyenne County, Colorado, on June... [More]
Leroy Sons
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John S. Barker
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Dale Eugene Appl
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Danny “Dan” Neil Donovan
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SPORTS
Crotinger and Schneider place third at Wakeeney’s Mock Regional Meet
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NEWS
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OPINIONS
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