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1977
DIED
2010
Wes Littrell Obituary
Wes was born Oct. 31, 1977 in Sherman to Mike and Lynne (Wetzel) Littrell. After graduating from Tom Bean High School in 1996, Wes earned a bachelor of science in forest and wildlife management from Stephen F. Austin State University. On May 3, 2003, he and Lynne Bender were married near Tom Bean in the former Cedar Methodist Church. An avid fisherman and outdoor enthusiast, Wes was employed by Texas Parks and Wildlife as a wildlife biologist at the Gus Engeling Wildlife Management Area, and was an active member of numerous wildlife conservation organizations. Wes was a member of the First UMC in Athens where he played guitar for the church's Praise Team. Always the "family man," Wes will be remembered for his unconditional agape love of his family and his dedication and love for the Lord.
Wes Littrell is survived by his wife Lynne who is expecting their first child in November; parents, Mike and Lynne Littrell of Tom Bean; brother, Brad Littrell and wife Jenny of Hutto; niece, Madilyn Littrell; grandfather, Oscar Wetzel of Tom Bean; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Gary and Malinda Bender of Cresco, Pa.; brother-in-law, Randy Bender and wife Gwen of Mountainhome, Pa.; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
The family will receive friends from 6 -8 p.m. Monday. May 24 at the First UMC of Tom Bean. The online register book can be signed at waldofuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Texas State Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation- Wes Littrell Memorial Fund at 121 CR 3131, Decatur, TX 76234 or the Texas Chapter of the Wildlife Society, Welder Wildlife Foundation- Wes Littrell Memorial Fund at PO Box 1400, Sinton, TX 78387.
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Memories and Condolences
for Wes Littrell
June 17, 2010
I was so saddened to hear of Wes's passing. I could not be with you because of health problems but want you to know how very sorry I am for your loss
Deborah Spence
June 9, 2010
Im am so sorry I take care of I think His uncle Harold Martin and he was telling me about this sorry to hear such.Will keep the family in my prayers
Ami Narramore
June 5, 2010
I went to school with Wes. My name is Ami Narramore. When I opened the paper and saw his name in the obits I couldnt believe what I was seeing! It has been a long time since I have thought about Wes, but I remember him very well. He was a very smart guy, with a great sence of humor. I knew where ever he went in life, he would go far. I cant believe he was only here for 32 yrs., seems so unfair. To his family, my deepest condolences. Wes will live on in the hearts of all that knew him forever. See you on the other side Wes! Love, Ami Narramore
Rick Cantu
June 2, 2010
I met Wes soon after I began working at Hagerman NWR. I have fond memories of Wes helping at the deer check station and conducting browse surveys on the Refuge. Wes will be greatly missed, in large part to his laid back, relaxed attitude which immediately put you at ease during a meeting. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Janet Putman
June 1, 2010
I have been out of town but just read in the paper about your son Wes. I am so sorry to hear of your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Janet Putman (Denison, TX)
Carol Ann Wiley Toll
May 28, 2010
To the Littrell & Wetzel families,
Please accept my sincere sympathy on your tragic loss. My father was a lay minister to Cedar Methodist Church years ago & loved the Wetzels like family. My heart goes out to Lynne, Lynne & Mike, and the Littrell, Wetzel & Bender families. May God provide you solace in the days ahead, & may your memories of Wes comfort you for all eternity.
Ricky & Cynthia Tillett
May 28, 2010
Lynne,Lynne,Mike,Brad,Jenny and Madilyn, and all his family. I loved Wes so much, enjoyed him so much when he was in our youth group. It was there where I saw him shine! I see that it continued. May God bless and keep you and your family in his hands and carry you during this time of grief, May God touch and inspire the little one on it's way to keep the love Wes had of his family and life with God.
Love you all so much
Virginia Altemose
May 27, 2010
Lynne,
As your mother's friend I have come to know you and Wes soo well through her and all of her wonderful stories about you! I'm shocked and saddened by this news, God Bless you and your baby at this time and always. I will put you in our prayer chain and say my prayers for you and the entire family.
Kevin Prince
May 25, 2010
I was drawn for a late December hunt at Gus Engleing, anytime we weren't afield, I spent my time talking with Wes and discussing many different things. That week will forever be a part of my life. Thank you, Wes, for the conversation that week! You will be truly missed. May God bless all those lives you touched...
Wilson Family Jeff, Natalie, Kori, Landon
May 25, 2010
Wes was one of a kind and respected by all that knew him. We have and will continue to pray for your family.
Jamie Baker
May 25, 2010
Our heart goes out to a fellow TPWD biologist's family. Know that our prayers are with you.
The Jamie Baker Family
The Gene Howe WMA
Canadian, TX
Lee & Kim Tackett
May 25, 2010
Wes touched so many lives. I know my husband and I both thought the world of him. I also know he touched many children's lives recently at the HCWC Spring Rendezvous. It was obvious to us that he was a Godly man and loved his family. Our hearts hurt for you and we pray for comfort for you. God bless you and your family and your little angel on it's way. Lee and Kim Tackett
Ray Petree
May 25, 2010
My heart and prayers go out to the Littrell family !!! Wes was my MLD Biologist for several years so we did numerous surveys as well as management plans. Wes was a GREAT guy and he will be dearly missed.
John & Gay Ippolito
May 25, 2010
Lynne,
We have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you in your loss.
Lori Ford
May 25, 2010
Lynne our heartfelt sympathy to you & your families. We own the Rio Rojo Rancho in Red River County & Wes was our mentor to start our MLDP program. He was so helpful & was always eager to help us anyway he could. Wes was a great person & we know how much he loved nature & wildlife. Our blessings to you & your baby, I hope he has his daddy's eyes. God bless all of you & we are devistated for your circumstances & your great loss. Our sympathy & prayers- Lori & Mike Ford / Addielou, TX
Rick & Bronte Hirsch
May 25, 2010
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Wes. He was a great guy! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless You!
Sharla Paris
May 25, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Nancy Farrell
May 25, 2010
Dear Mrs. Littrell,
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Wes, I feel like I knew him through the stories of my son, Chris. Christopher was an intern at GEWMA during the summers of 2007 and 2008. Initially Christopher did not get the job, but fortunately another student turned it down. I know that it was God's plan for Christopher to work with and for Wes. He loved his time at GEMWA burning & spraying & dismantling beaver dams. Christopher had many great stories of their adventures together! Chris recently graduated from Texas A & M and aspires to further his education and become a wildlife biologist.
I know that nothing can take away your pain, but may the knowledge that Wes is with his Heavenly Father comfort you. May you also be comforted by knowing that your husband made an impact on so many, including my son. His life mattered and I will be forever grateful.
Debra Huggins
May 25, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear about this loss. My thoughts are with all of you. Debra Huggins McIntosh
Ashley Reynolds
May 24, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ty Chapman
May 24, 2010
Mike, Lynne and Wetzel Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. I have many memories of Wes as a young boy hanging around on the farm. Even though I did not get to see Wes become a man, I know that he was a good one just like his Dad and uncles. I wish I could be there to pay my respects. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.
Rodney and Kristi Malone
May 24, 2010
"Lynne, my family and I are so sorry to hear the loss of your husband and friend Wes. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. He was definately a great man!" Rodney and Kristi Malone (Fort Worth, Texas)
Rose Patton
May 24, 2010
Lynne Littrell, we were so sorry to hear of your loss, but sure he must be part of the Heavenly Praise Band right now! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John, Rose and Avery Patton
John&Joanie Rynties
May 24, 2010
Mike & Lynn our thoughts & prayers are with you and family. May the lord give you strength during this difficult time
Steve Arey
May 24, 2010
My prayers are with the Littrell family. Remain strong in your faith and God will see you through.
Tim&Carol Walker
May 24, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss,we know that we can't say anything to ease your pain.Tim and I will keep your family our prayers.
Sheena Hoket
May 24, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you both and for the whole family. I wish you all the strength from within to pull through this tragic time. The Lord is with you.
Tim&Carol Walker
May 24, 2010
There are not any words we can say to ease your pain.We are so sorry for your loss,your family will be in our prayers.
Dakus Geeslin
May 24, 2010
Brad, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tommy Tomlin
May 24, 2010
Mike and Lynne, I extend to you and all of your family my deepest sympathy. It is with great pride that I can say I knew such a fine young man and such a fine family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
HELEN HART
May 24, 2010
WHEN THE LORD CALLS OUR LOVED ONES HOME,HE LEAVES A GIFT OF MEMORIES IN EXCHANGE, HOLD ON TO YOUR MEMORIES, AND LET THEM GUIDE YOU DURING THIS TIME OF SADNESS.
HELEN HART AFTON OK.
May 24, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May God give you the love and strength to ease your pain.
Michelle Haggerty
Texas Parks & Wildlife Dept.
Holly Robinson
May 24, 2010
Buster & I were shocked and saddened by this news. Our prayers are with your family. Please let us know if we can do anything for you. May God be with you and your family in this time of need.
Beth Spraberry
May 24, 2010
I have such awesome memories of my time with Wes, and know he is with our Lord. We are keeping all of his family in our prayers.
Love forever,
Beth and Daryl Spraberry
Robert and Judy Dixon
May 24, 2010
Our prayers are with you during this time. May God give you strength and ease your pain.
Janie Morrison
May 24, 2010
Lynne, Just wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and Wes' family. It has been my pleasure to worship with both of you. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.
K Martin
May 24, 2010
I am so sad to hear about the loss of someone I only knew as a little boy. But I always knew Wes was different. The Littrell kids, mine included, loved to go to Mawmaw and Pawpaw's and go in the creek on the 4th of July. Even though Wes was every bit a "Littrell kid"--he was always so nice, so well mannered, carried himself like "the responsible one" and was always a man among boys, and in my case, girls. I felt better letting Tessa and Blaine go when I knew Was was with them,
Mike and Lynn, I always aspired to be the parents that you were to Wes and Brad. Lynn, as a mother, I wish I could be half the mother that you are. Your boys always knew right from wrong, knew how to behave, were so well mannered, and knew they were loved. You could not have been a better parent.
I am so sorry for your tragedy. When my husband died, someone told me to keep every card, every letter, every momento in a scrap book. Going back to re-read it gives me some peace. That was great advice as I never could have imagined all the kind words.
I love ALL the Littrells, you will always be my family. My heart is breaking with you and for you. I know God will bless this baby in ways we could never imagine. He will also give you great comfort.
K Littrell Martin
David Harrison
May 24, 2010
We were so saddened to hear of this. Wes was a great person and, as evidenced by his life, his parents did a fine job of raising him. There is no doubt he is in a better place and smiling down on all of us right now. May God be with you all during this time. We'll understand it all by and by.
John Doss
May 24, 2010
Our prayers are with the Littrell family. May god give you strength during these trying times.
John and Shannon Doss
Jody Carton
May 24, 2010
May God comfort you and carry you forward in his arms. It was an honor to have crossed paths with your kind man.
Sharon Achimon
May 24, 2010
Sending all our love..Donnie & Sharon Achimon
May 24, 2010
I know Wes will be remembered by so many people.
God has a plan and we find that hard to understand at times here on earth. We will continue to pray for comfort and peace for the family.
If there is anything we can do Lynne please let us know.
Tommy/Krystina
& the boys
Athens, Tx.
Danny Walls
May 24, 2010
May God comfort you at this most trying time.
Danny and Wanda Walls
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