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Wesley A. Idol II

1936 - 2019

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1936

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2019

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Wesley Idol Obituary

September 10, 1936 - July 27, 2019 Wesley Ashburn Idol died July 27, 2019 in Los Angeles of natural causes. He was 82. The owner of the Pacific Dining Car is survived by his wife, Toby; four grown children, Kimberley, Conlee, Wesley (III), and Healey; grandsons, Addison and Edward; stepsons, Loren and Todd, and four step-grandchildren. Idol was born in Los Angeles, attended Black-Foxe Military Institute (1954) and Stanford University (1958) where he was a Sigma Nu and played football. He served in the Army, loved USC football and was a fixture at Gold's Gym in Venice.After the Army, Idol went into the family business that his grandparents famously founded in the 1920s. An avid world traveler, Idol notched at least one trip to each of the seven continents during his lifetime. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to Cedars-Sinai, or treat some friends to a good meal and a nice bottle of wine.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Aug. 4, 2019.

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2006 "A Night Under the Stars" Emerald Ball

Lola Davidson

December 3, 2019

Thank you for your years of support to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. We can't begin to tell you the gratitude we hold in our hearts for the profound impact you made on our children and adults living with neuromuscular disease. You are a hero to more than you know.
-MDA Metro LA Office

Joe Mustacchio

August 5, 2019

I have enjoyed "The Car" since my intial visit in the early 1970's. I have entertained many clients over the years while working at Jeffries Banknote Company in LA. And, I have continued to host many family events there as well - always have enjoyed there outstanding menu, service and ambiance. I (and sales force) always found Wes to be a kind and cordial host. I'm sure he will be missed by all those whose life he touched along lifes journey. RIP.

Joe Mustacchio

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