Wesley W. First

1924 - 2013

Wesley W. First obituary, 1924-2013, Canal Fulton, OH

BORN

1924

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home - Canal Fulton

624 Cherry Street East

Canal Fulton, Ohio

Wesley First Obituary

'Together Again'
Wesley W. First
89 formerly of Manchester died Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. Wesley was born Sept. 3, 1924 in Clinton, Ohio to the late Clarence E. and Lorena Branstetor First. He was a 1942 graduate of Doylestown High School, attended the United States Merchant Marine Academy and proudly served in the US Navy and Merchant Marines during World War II. Wesley retired in 1986 after 33 years service with Marathon Oil in the Sales and Real Estate Division. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, golf and family. He will be missed by his friends and caring staff at Greenview Senior Assisted Living Community. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Marleane M. First, in 2010; son, Wesley First, Jr.; sisters, Lillie First, Thelma Parsons, Dora Blotter and Lovella Walker; brothers, Chester First, Alfred First and Lowell First
He is survived by sons, Paul (Joyce) First, Norman (Carol) First and Phillip (Alison) First; daughter-in-law, Gayle First; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sister, Onieda Hoosier, Nora Studer, Coralie Hobbs and Darlene DiPietro; numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral service THURSDAY 11 a.m. at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, 624 East Cherry Street (Rte. 93, Canal Fulton) with Rev. Roderick Grabski officiating. Burial Newmans Creek Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home WEDNESDAY 5-8 p.m. and Thursday one hour prior to time of service.
Swigart-Easterling, 330-854-2356
www.swigarteasterlingfuneralhome.com

Published by The Repository on Sep. 17, 2013.
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To the Family of Wesley First: We noted in the obituary that Wesley served in the U.S. Navy and Merchant Marines during World War II. We want you to know that we appreciate his service to our country. Our most heartfelt sympathy goes out to you for your loss. Sincerely, The Daughters of the American Revolution, Wooster-Wayne Chapter

Wooster-Wayne D.A.R.

October 10, 2013

Phil, Paul, Norm,
Your Dad was the best, always treated people with respect. Loved to shoot and hunt with him, my regards,
Jim Likovic

September 20, 2013

Dear Paul,Phil and Norm
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Be thankful for the memories. Losing your parents is devastating, but they would want us to be happy.
Blessings,
Kelsey and Peggy Lyons

Kelsey Lyons

September 20, 2013

We will miss you and I am honored to have called you grandpa.

Michelle First

September 19, 2013

Paul, Norman, Phil and family, we are so sorry to hear about Uncle Wes. Our prayers are with you during this time.

Judy and George Edwards

September 18, 2013

Dear Paul, Norm, Phil and families,
Our family has lost a tower of strength & stability...truth North on our compass. He will be missed.
Love
Kathie & Rod
Nate, Matt & Jon

Kathie Covey

September 18, 2013

Thinking of you, Allison and Phil, may your hearts find comfort in the joys of your many years of shared memories.

Mike Serge

September 18, 2013

Phil and Allison, please accept our condolences on the passing of your father and father in law. With sympathy, Lynne and Dave Lieberth

September 18, 2013

I remember Wes from Greenview Inn, where my mother use to live. What a sweet man of God. Always a smile and good word for others. I'll always remember his beautiful voice and faithfulness to feed the birds. My deepest sympathy to his family

Jody McRoberts

September 18, 2013

Phil:

Sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kathy Perry

September 17, 2013

We wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Uncle Wes will be missed by many.

Bonnie First Yannayon

September 17, 2013

So very sorry to hear of the loss of Uncle Wes. I'm sure they will all meet up at the First Family Reunion in Heaven.

Bob & Cathy First

September 17, 2013

Norm,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Shelly

September 17, 2013

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Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home - Canal Fulton

624 Cherry Street East, Canal Fulton, OH 44614

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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home - Canal Fulton

624 Cherry Street East, Canal Fulton, OH 44614

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Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home - Canal Fulton

624 Cherry Street East, Canal Fulton, OH 44614

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