Wesley Albert Statkus, 48, of Cheyenne, passed away July 19, 2019. Born June 24, 1971 in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Wesley graduated from Central High, received a B.S. degree from the University of Wyoming, and worked at Capital City Landscaping as an irrigation specialist - a job at which he excelled.
Wesley is survived by his mother, Carol Statkus of Cheyenne, brother Nick (Erin) Statkus, nieces Clara and Molly Statkus, and nephew Jackson Statkus of Windsor, CO, cousins Julie Davis and Jacque Neff of Coarsegold, CA, and other relatives in Illinois, California and elsewhere. He was preceded in death by his father Jerome Statkus and grandparents Al and Helen Statkus and Margaret and Bill Wipperman.
Generous and loving, gifted with his hands, a music, food and sports aficionado, Wesley was beloved by his family, who are privileged to have had him in their lives and who will always hold him dear in their hearts.
Graveside services will be held on Monday July 29 at 1 pm at Parkview Cemetery in Peoria, Illinois. Donations in Wesley's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 42040, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.
Wesley had a vibrant life and a beautiful soul and will be greatly, greatly missed.