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WESLEY SHREFFLER Obituary
Surrounded by his loving family, Wes went home to his Lord on March 24, 2011. He was born and raised in Everett, WA, attended Everett schools and graduated from Everett High School in 1964.
Wes was a phenomenal artist and an accomplished musician, at times playing lead guitar, but his main love was the drums. He worked with several northwest bands, and also formed bands of his own throughout the years (TIMBER, MUDDY WATER, and S.O.S.). He also toured in Washington, Canada, and Alaska.
Wes worked for a while as a draftsman for the Boeing Company, and later in their Wire Shop. He later worked as a supervisor for Northwest Center at Naval Station Everett.
Wes and his wife, Karen, moved to Concrete, WA in 2006, where he retired and began creating beautiful and unique items from recycled wood. He referred to his woodshop as his "playpen", and spent many happy hours crafting wonderful things.
Wes and Karen began attending Community Bible Church in Concrete in 2007. In August of 2008 Wes was baptized.
Wes was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Sieaetta, and his brother Ted. He is survived by his best friend, wife and soulmate Karen; two children, Alicia Love of Marysville, WA, Frederick Wallace of Victoria, TX; eight grandchildren, Brandon, Jarek, Nicholas, Jacob, Kurtis, Zachary, Tiva, and Prudence; brothers-in-law Roddy Howard of Concrete, WA, Harold (Sara) Preston of Kennewick, WA, sister-in-law Cheryl (Larry) McNulty of Mt. Vernon, WA, numerous nieces and nephews, and many, many friends.
Wes was a bright light to all who knew him. We will miss his smile, laughter, fantastic sense of humor, his music and artistic creations, those sparkling crystal-blue eyes, but most of all the totally unconditional love that he gave to his wife, his family, and his many friends. Rest in God's perfect peace. You are, and will always be, greatly loved.
There will be a Celebration of Life at the family home in Concrete on Saturday, May 14, 2011, at 1:00PM. Please come and share your memories of Wes with everyone. The address is: 47794 SR 20, Concrete, WA 98237-9488. Telephone: (425) 876-5243.
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Memories and Condolences
for WESLEY SHREFFLER
Judy (Neff) Hart
April 25, 2023
I still miss both Wes and Ted so very much. You were friends for so many years and sure can't be replaced. An empty spot in my heart.
Karen Crape
May 13, 2011
May 13, 2011 I met Wes after him and Karen got together.I didn't know Wes well but the few times I was around him, it was like he was an old friend. I've known Karen since high school. Never met a couple that fit together like they did. You could just see the love in their eyes when they looked at each other. They remind me alot of me and my husband. So I know how Karen feels. My heart goes out to you and your family. Calvin and my prayers are with you.
May 4, 2011
Wes and I went to Junior and High school together and I always laughed at his humor. He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. What a great person........Don Weir
Jarel Parker
May 3, 2011
Wes always surprised me. He could sit down and play music like it was a second nature. Who knew?! He brushed it off and no big deal and it was just amazing. He had a very curious mind and was always thinking outside of the box and testing everything he found. Sometimes mischevious and always sincere. He was a character in my High School life that I have never forgotten.
Michael Jelvik
May 3, 2011
Wes was a friend of mine in grade school......a great jovial attitude and fun to be around......always wanted to see him again....Mike Jelvik
Marie Ayala
May 2, 2011
The words are never easy to find for those of us left behind. Wes you will be greatly missed! All the family get togethers we have been so blessed to be a part of, I always looked forward to the music, fun and laughter we all shared. You will always be in my heart. To my other Mother Karen, bless your heart for sharing your life with Wes with all of us. I continue to send you and your beautiful children Love and Light.
ROBERT AYALA
May 1, 2011
I miss my friend and mentor. He has been on my mind alot. I miss his sense of humor and his sharp mind. I miss him.
Judy (Neff) Hart
May 1, 2011
Wes and Ted were dear friends. When I lived in Everett and Ted lived in CA, he would come home on vacation twice each year - summer and Christmas. I had a piano and Ted, Wes - usually Phil and Mike sometimes other friends would come over and play music. I LOVED watching them as they both wrote music and could just call out chords and play each other's songs. I would make spaghetti or chili and cornbread, sometimes steamed clams and garlic toast! They were the kind of friends that even if you had not spoken for awhile, when you did get together, it was as if it were yesterday. They were both so talented. Wes was a fantastic artist and even made a beautiful inlaid wooden box to hold Ted's ashes. It was so moving and such a caring thing to do. And so typical of Wes's kind heart and loving soul. Miss you Dear Heart. Condolences to all who loved and will miss you.
Linda (Green) Parker
May 1, 2011
Karen and family, Sorry to hear of Wes' passing. I will never forget how much he loved you Karen. It was always great to see you both, you sing and Mr. Wes on the drums, at the yearly "pig roast". May he rest in peace.
Alicia Love
May 1, 2011
Still having a difficult time accepting that you had to leave us. You left me with the most wonderful memories, grandest of moments and warmest of heart. I loved you so much.
Frank Malmstead
May 1, 2011
My deepest condolences are with you all as we grieve.
May 1, 2011
Hi! Iam Linda Hustace(Hanson) I went to school with Wes and Ted. I was also a neighbor of theirs. I live on the corner of Wall&Nassau. In fact I had a crush on them when I was a teenager. Iam surprised and sad to here about their passing My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless,Linda
Phil Mitchell
May 1, 2011
Somewhere in a better place there is a band playing with a new energy infusion; Wes has reunited with his brother Ted. One can only imagine the music being generated. As I have missed my friend Ted, so shall I miss Wes. A very special and talented person, I am proud to count him as one of my buddies. Wes, you will always be a part of our band. My condolences and love go out to Karen and the family.
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