Wesley Merrill Sunshine Jones, 61, of Steubenville, Ohio passed Friday, March 29, 2019 at Weirton Medical Center. He was born August 16, 1957 the son of the late Irving & Yolanda McBride Jones. Wes was extremely proud of his Native American heritage (Shawnee). He was a 1975 graduate of Cassadaga (NY) Valley High School and retired after 40 years as a truckdriver for Fraley & Schilling, Inc. Wesley and Cher travelled the US extensively in their motor home.
Wesley is survived by his wife Cheryl L. “Cher” Petras Jones; stepsons Shane & Travis Beck; sisters Brenda (John) McCloud & Suzanne Jones; and his canine companion Sheena.
Family and friends are invited to a memorial reception at Shorac Family Center, 200 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, Ohio on Tuesday from 2-5 p.m.
09/03/2024
Andrea Lewis
Andrea Lewis, Wes was like a son and going to be sadly missed
09/03/2024
Chester W Lewis Jr
Chester W Lewis, Jr I am really going to miss my Cousin Wes he was like a brother to me. When I drove a Truck we would meet up with each other. I always talked to him on the phone. Cousin Wes I love you and may you rest in peace.
09/03/2024
Roberta Gonzalez
The Guardian Semi was a fund memory of mine. Once I moved away from home I would look at windows in search of the logo. The house we lived in on Epps Street on the Military base had windows with the guardian logo. Now your one of our guardian angels. It was Wes that got me started with collecting postcards; I now have over two shoe boxes full. May God bless your wife and sisters as they find peace remembering the good times.
09/03/2024
Expression of Sympathy
A Lantern with Flowers was ordered on March 31, 2019
09/03/2024
Expression of Sympathy
A SOFT AND SWEET MEMORIES STANDING SPRAY was ordered on March 31, 2019
09/03/2024
Carol Joyce
To Cher & all of Wes;s family, So very sorry for your loss. Wes was a very kind man who I enjoyed sitting & chatting with on my many visits to his & Cher's home. RIP good man
09/03/2024
Margie Monigold
Cher, I am in shock. The last conversation I had with Wes was so uplifting, as they always were with him. He was a special spirit here on this earth meant to do so much good. He truly wanted to make a difference and he surely did! I know he did in my life. You both did. His words made you want to live better. I'm sure he made an impact on many kids with his Tipi For Kids Program. Even if he touched just one. He was always finding ways to make this world better. I will miss him greatly. I'm so sorry for your loss. You were his everything and I know he was yours. His spirit will come to you. He will show up when you need it most. Know he is always watching over you, and guiding you in the right direction forever more. Give Sheena a big hug for me. I love you both! Margie
09/03/2024
Jill & Jim Chismark
We are so sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful & wise friend & both of you are like family to us. We will miss him. I hope he is soaring with the eagles & will think of him every time we see one.
09/03/2024
Kyle Lahm and Lahm Motor Co.
Met Wes years ago as he became a customer of ours and was very happy when we were able to fix his yellow Wrangler nobody could seem to figure out. Out of that relationship became a great friendship and along with Cher it seemed like family. He was such a kind hearted positive fella that made everybody feel good around him. We even had him and his wife do a radio testimonial for us. Wes you will be missed, rest in peace and God bless the ones that loved you.
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