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WESTON H.
Passed suddenly on Tuesday, April 18, 2017, of Robinson Twp., age 63. Wes lived his professional life in two very different industries over the course of his career, often working in both at the same time. A highly accomplished corporate sales executive, Wes most recently worked for Waste Management. He most loved his work behind the microphone as a talk show host who evoked emotion in the hearts and minds of those who listened to him on radio stations WSB-Atlanta, WCCO- Minneapolis, WHIO-Dayton, KRMG-Tulsa, and KDKA- Pittsburgh over the years. A patriotic man, Wes wanted the world to be a better place, and he used the power of a microphone to do his part in making that happen. He cared deeply about the communities he lived in and even more in those who he trusted as a personal friend. Private about his personal life for most of his life, Wes met Jamie Rowe in 2003 and they wed in 2014. Beloved husband of Jamie M. Rowe; son of Audrey Rice and the late Robert Lee Rice; and also his birth father, the late Howard Minter; brother of Kenneth D. Rice and Linda G. Minter; uncle of Jennifer English and Kory Rice. Friends received Friday 4-7 p.m. at the JOSEPH M. SOMMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5405 Steubenville Pike, Moon Run, Robinson Twp. Family and friends will gather on Saturday at 10:45 a.m. for an 11 a.m. funeral service at Ken Mawr United Presbyterian Church, Kennedy Twp. Memorial contributions in honor of Wes to Children's Hospital of Pgh., 4401 Penn Ave., Pgh., PA 15224 or Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.
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Dana Fedman
April 16, 2021
Wes's kind encouragement led me to a radio career during high school in NW Iowa. Tom Garasha "introduced" us. It set me on a path to achieve things I never dreamed of. Ironically, I've lived in Des Moines since 1983!
I am so sorry to hear he's passed. I never met him in person, yet he had a huge impact on my life.
Dana (Boughn) Fedman
Dana Fedman
April 16, 2021
Wes's kind encouragement led me to a radio career during high school in NW Iowa. Tom Garasha "introduced" us. It set me on a path to achieve things I never dreamed of. Ironically, I've lived in Des Moines since 1983!
I am so sorry to hear he's passed. I never met him in person, yet he had a huge impact on my life.
Dana (Boughn) Fedman
Pat Thomas
April 15, 2020
Remembering Wes, he was so engaging and a joy to talk to. Thinking of you Jaime. Life has been good to you but I am sure you miss Wes.
Van Chou
January 31, 2019
Rest In Peace, Wes.
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April 23, 2017
Weston H. ,
Rest in peace our friend, it has been a short 30 + years. You have left us much too soon with so many more things for you to accomplish and enjoy. We are extremely grateful to have known you and may God bless you and your family.
Patricia & Chuck
April 22, 2017
I have been providing "pooper scooper" services for Wes and Jamie for the last two years but I never had the opportunity to meet Wes but spoke to him on the phone, he was always so kind and polite. I greatly appreciated his compliments on the service that my son Matt provides. It was a great shock to my son to learn of Wes's passing when he came to do the service today. Matt did have the opportunity to meet Wes and said that he was always very nice. Matt recalled speaking to Wes last Saturday when he came to do the service.
You have our deepest sympathy.
Cyndi & Matt
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Linda Minter
April 22, 2017
Wes, you were such a kind and loving brother. You were my rock! Our family is going to miss you so very much. You were taken way too soon. The only comfort is in knowing we'll all be together again in Heaven someday. Love, Lin
Patty Thomas
April 22, 2017
Wes had a calm, quiet spirit and that great voice. I will miss him and cherish the time I had to know him. I will be praying for you and the loss you feel. May God keep you in his care.
April 22, 2017
Wes minter you are and always be one of a kind! We will never forget you, right down to your presents here in this neighborhood. We will never forget how we met you!! Only to bring Jamie Rowe in to our lives as well!! May you rest in peace only to know that your Jamie will get through this with the love off family and friends. (Your smiles,love, sarcasm, and honesty will always be remembered.)
Sue Frase Haven
April 21, 2017
I was Wes' producer at WCCO-Minneapolis, before he left the station. The Minnesta-nice listeners never appreciated his quick wit and sharp mind, mainly because of the conservative views he expressed. He was quite a showman. That's what he would say to me during the show..."I'm an entertainer." And he truly was. He will be missed.
Denise Gretz
April 21, 2017
What a wonderful man, kind soul and beautiful person. Rest in peace, my friend.
Deanna Moore
April 20, 2017
I had the privilege to meet Wes in 2016 during a WM conference. His energy, charisma and commitment to his work were instantly noticeable. I pass my condolenseces to his family. He will be missed.
Don Kelly
April 20, 2017
I met Wes in the 70's in Georgia and loved his zeal for life. I am blessed to have known him and am profoundly sorry for his loss.
Randy Brauchler
April 20, 2017
Jamie,
I'm so, so sorry for your loss. I'm heart broken over the news...I can't imagine what you're going through. I have so many great memories of Wes and will never forget him.
John Lewis
April 20, 2017
I had the pleasure of knowing Wes for several years at Waste Management. Wes was caring, passionate and a true professional.
My sincere sympathies to Wes's family. He will be missed.
Will Mason
April 20, 2017
Wes was such a nice man. His upbeat outlook will be missed by all
Christine Cameron
April 20, 2017
Dear Jamie,
I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I never met Wes but I know he was a special person. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris Cameron
The Bon-Ton/Tracie Snyder & Jennifer Mowen
April 20, 2017
Wes will be truly forever missed, a voice of tomorrow and a sincere upmost professional class act. Rest in peace as a life well accomplished and never to be forgotten. Condolences to his family and to the entire Waste Management Team on his great loss.
Christine Tomazich
April 20, 2017
So sorry for your loss.
Jim Fish
April 20, 2017
Wes was an excellent team member at Waste Management and an even better human being. Such a shock and such a loss. He will truly be missed by all. God Bless his family. JF - President and CEO
Nichole Haefele
April 20, 2017
Jamie and family i am deeply sorry for your lose Wes was one amazing man and will truly be missed my thoughts and prayers are with you all in this tough time.
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