Wesley J. Schutt Jr.

Wesley James Schutt Jr, 62, died suddenly on June 14, 2014 as the result of a tragic car accident in South Hadley, MA. Raised in West Springfield, Wes graduated West Springfield High in 1969 and later graduated AIC in 1973 with a B.A. in German. A retiree, Wes spent most of his working career as a salesman. It's been said he could sell ice to an Eskimo! Despite being declared legally blind in 1993, Wes perservered against the odds and went on to accomplish more than most fully sighted individuals ever could. In the spring of 2000, along with his wife and daughter, Wes made what would end up being a life changing decision, and started training in the martial art of Taekwon Do. Wes quickly rose through the ranks and became an instructor. On November 20, 2011, his 60th birthday, Wes achieved his 4th degree black belt. An avid Patriots and Bruins fan, Wes's home office is a shrine to his teams. He also loved world history, especially that which related to the military and wars. Wes also had a brilliant financial mind, single handedly managing the finances and allowing his family to maintain a comfortable lifestyle, even after he lost his eyesight. Known for his "Wes-isms," he always had a witty remark or joke for everyone he spoke with. Very deeply missed by his wife of 31 years, Wes is survived by his one true love and best friend, "my bride," Suzanne (Gevry) Schutt. He also leaves his darling daughters, Nicole Elizabeth Schutt of NH, Tabitha Rae Schutt of CT, and Cassandra Marie Schutt of MA, his brother, Franklin P. Schutt and his wife Sharon and family, of West Springfield, his grandsons, Jayden Wesley Schutt, Elliot Jason Burgess and Kyle Michael Burgess, and his mother-in-law, Elsie Gevry. Along with his immediate family, Wes is also survived by his "pseudo" son-in-law Jesse Burgess, and Jayden's dad, Michael Page of NH. Wes is predeceased by his father Wesley James Schutt, and his mother, Jeanette (Cassady) Schutt. The funeral will be Friday at 1 pm at the Agawam Curran-Jones Funeral Home. Calling hours are Thursday 4-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Wes's name to the Westfield Homeless Cat Project at 1124 East Mountain Rd, Westfield MA 01085. For more information please go to curranjones.com.