"I am so sorry Tane about Wes's passing. But the one great thing I will always remember about him is that he was an awesome hugger! I will miss his good natured teasing and his fun sense of humor. I love you."
In loving memory of
Wesley Temple
June 27, 2017
Wesley Temple, age 68, of Quincy, died Tuesday, June 27, 2017, at 1:35 am in Blessing Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Wesley was born May 13, 1949 in Moline, Illinois, the son of Donald and Betty McMahon Temple. He grew up in Moline and graduated from Moline High School in 1967. He married Tane McDermott on July 5, 1980 in Moline, Illinois.
Wesley was employed many years as a sheet metal worker at Johnson's Sheet Metal. He and his wife owned and operated The Sportsman's Club Tavern in Mt. Sterling, IL for a number of years.
He was a member of the NRA, The Sons of The American Legion and the National Trappers Association.
Wesley was a life-long fan of the Chicago Cubs, the Chicago Bears and the Fighting Illini. He was also fond of the Florida Gators. He was known for his love of the outdoors and the joy and pride he felt when spending time with his friends, family and beloved cats, Henry Tootles and Lucky Ladle.
Survivors include his wife, Tane; son and daughter-in-law, Justin and Cheryl Temple of Coconut Creek, FL; daughter, Katie Temple of Quincy; grandchildren, Jack and Nicholas Temple of Coconut Creek, FL and Taylor Dockins of O'Fallon, IL; sister, Donna K. Temple of Forest Grove, OR; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, sister's and brother in law's, as well as many great, life-long friends.
Wesley was preceded in death by his parents and his cat, Charlie.
There will be no visitation and the time and date for a gathering in celebration of Wesley's life will be announced at a later date.
Memorials: The National Diabetes Association or The National Trapper's Association.
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Tributes
"Tane and Katie, so sorry for your loss. Wes will truly be missed. Gary and I have so many fond memories of Wes and his family. May he rest in peace, and may you find comfort in all the memories you share."
"Wesley, I don?t remember what my life was like in the 22 months before your arrival? on a Friday the 13th, no less ? but I never thought about what my life would be like without you in it from that point on. Now I know: it will be empty of something very dear to me. From the beginning you could fill any room with the force of your personality. Your love for life was infectious. You could be one of the most annoying and exasperating people on the planet one minute, then turn around to become one of the most caring, most generous, and kindest people on earth the next. You were a good husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend. And you lived to see the Cubs win the World Series ? you and Dad will have lots of discussions about that, I?m sure! Even though we haven?t spent a lot of time together in recent years, I miss you already, dear brother. Rest in peace, and say hi to Mom and Dad for us. They will be happy to see you, but I know that they, like the rest of us, weren?t expecting you to meet up with them again so soon. I love you always."
"Tane and family: I was saddened to hear of the passing of Wes. I always considered him as a good friend and could always count on his help and support when I served as sheriff in Brown County. Please accept my sincere sympathy. Always keep the many good memories of your loved one close to your hearts. May God bless and comfort each of you during this time."
"I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great friend."
"Tane and Katie I am so sorry for your loss. Jack and I loved and admired him so much. I was his OLD DEMOCRAT friend. I watched Katie grow up and was like my own daughter in her young years. Jack and Wes love for Schlitz beer made them best friends. Please call me I would love to talk"
"So sorry to hear of Wes' passing. He will be missed. We'll be thinking of him and praying for Wes and his family. Barb & Mike Hutmacher"
"Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all."
"What a lovely obituary for my friend Wes. I was so sad to hear that he'd passed. I'll remember him fondly, always, and consider myself richer for having known him. My condolences to his beautiful family... and his wonderful cats, of course. :) Be well, my friends. I'm praying for your comfort in this horribly sad time. Many share in your grief at the loss of such a man. May Wes rest in peace."
"My thoughts and Prayers tsent your way So sorry!"
"Sorry to here of Wesleys passing. May he Rest In Peace with Gods Speed."