Wesley Monteith graduated from South Houston High School in 1970. He graduated from the University of Houston in 1986 with a degree in technology, and also graduated from the Art Institute of Houston and from San Jacinto College with an auto-cad degree.

Wesley entered the United States Air Force in 1971 and was a Vietnam veteran. He was also a retired member of the Texas Air National Guard 147th Fighter Interceptor Group after over 20 years of distinguished service.

Wesley was a long time member of First United Methodist of Pasadena and greatly enjoyed volunteer work.

Wesley had many hobbies during his love of life. He was an accomplished artist. He loved fishing with his friends. He had a love of distance running and completed over 75 marathons. He loved music.

Wesley greatly enjoyed giving of his time and support in helping others. He was very proud of his time and work with Narcotics Anonymous along with his 30 plus years of recovery.

Wesley was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Margaret Monteith; and his sisters,Elouise Bennett,Robin Monteith and Glenda Johnson. He is survived by his son, Wesley Monteith Jr; brother, Robert Monteith; nieces, Teresa Harris and husband Kelly andKrystal Easleyand husband Lance; nephew, Patrick Monteith and wife Ellen.

A memorial visitation for Wesley will be held on July 16th at 1:00 p.m. with a memorial service following at 2:00p.m.atNavarre Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 2444 Rollingbrook Drive, Baytown, Texas 77521

In lieu of flowers the family requests donation be made in memory of Wesley Monteith Sr. to MD Anderson Liver Research or to St. Lukes Liver Research.

To view his online obituary, or post a tribute to his family, go to www.navarrefuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Navarre Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 2444 Rollingbrook Drive, Baytown, Texas 77521, (281) 422-8111.

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Published by The Pasadena Citizen from Jul. 10 to Jul. 23, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Wesley Monteith

15 Entries

Carl Biziak, SMSgt USAF/ANG Retired

May 16, 2024

I knew Wes when we were in the 147th at Ellington Fld. Easy to talk to and work with. Then l after he worked for me after I made Shop Supvsr. Always rdy to work the jets. I have one of his pin-dot drawings of 1 of our F-16s, #68/1000. I think of Wes every time I look at it.

Theresa Toward

August 6, 2014

I haven't seen Wes in many years but will always remember that in his presence I was calmed.

Katie Decker

August 6, 2014

I didn't know Wes well but he was always friendly at running events. BCRR will miss him. Thoughts and prayers for his family members.

This a Wes doing his Townes Van Zandt Immitation ;-) We will miss you sir.

Tim Murphy

August 4, 2014

Roll on my friend...

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John Saunders

July 16, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with Wes' family. Wes, thanks for being a friend and I will see you someday.

July 16, 2014

We lived two houses down from the Montieth's. My prayers to the family.

Pattie (Rushing) Sepulvado

Paul Allen

July 15, 2014

Wes was a very cool guy. We had some good times. God bless.

Johnnie Cucco Malloy

July 15, 2014

I am so saddened, I remember Wes from 8th grade at South Houston Intermediate. My thoughts are with his family and friends.

Teri Rojas

July 15, 2014

Wes fought a brave and courageous fight and believed in the power of prayer through it all. His faith in God was ever present and undeniable. Wes walked the walk and talked the talk. He will be missed

Mona Vick Bartoshek

July 15, 2014

As a South Houston High School classmate, I am saddened by the loss of such dear and strong man. He will be missed by many.

Joni Fexer

July 15, 2014

The world lost a sweet person. He will be missed

Kathy Blackburn

July 14, 2014

Along with Wesley's fight, his accomplishments, his passion for life, he had one of the sweetest spirits I've encountered. A truly nice man. My deepest condolences to his family.

Susan Rushing Krueger

July 14, 2014

My condolences to the family. The Monteith's lived two doors down from us when we were growing up in South Houston.

Wes White

July 14, 2014

I remember him, what a sorrow to lose a fine person like him.

Jeri Brown

July 13, 2014

Wes was not only a great runner he was a giver. Worked at Houston Marathon Expo with Wes many times.

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