He was a retired pipe line welder inspector and was of the nondenominational faith and a member of Ark of Faith Church. Wesley enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, hunting and teaching his grandchildren to hunt and fish. He was a builder and loved wheeling and dealing. He never met a stranger. Most important was the love that he had for his family and loved his church. Wesley was a devoted and loving husband, father and papaw Wesley. He laughingly referred to himself as The Bone Crusher when it came to hunting. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by three children, Shawnna James, William Wesley James, Jr. and Kristie Bragg; and one sister, Joline James.
Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Judy Scogins James of Monticello; two daughters, Stephanie O'Connor and husband Clinton of Wilmar and Leilania James of Monticello; one grandson, William Clinton O'Connor of Monticello; one granddaughter, Summer O'Connor of Monticello; two great-grandsons, Castle O'Connor and Anchor O'Connor; two brothers, Buddy James and Bruce James, both of Warren; one sister, Linda Allen of Monticello; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Graveside service will be 4:30 p.m. Thursday, May 7, 2020 at Green Hill Cemetery with Rev. Bruce Hackett officiating. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(32)
Alvin and Irma James
Monticello, AR Saturday, May 9, 2020 To family.... our thoughts are with each of you. Enjoyed our lengthy visit recently in doctors office. He will be missed by many.John and Jeannie Sullivan
Conway, AR Friday, May 8, 2020 So sorry for your loss. The discomfort is gone, thanks to Jesus. Love y’allLavera Burton
Monticello, AR Friday, May 8, 2020 We are so sorry to hear about Wesley. Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys. He will be dearly missed. As everyone knows he was one of a kind. Pete and LaveraDiana Abney
Sherwood, AR Thursday, May 7, 2020 Judy I am so sorry to hear of Wesley's passing. Prayers for comfort and peace during this difficult time.Bradley and Paula Herring
Warren, AR Wednesday, May 6, 2020 Judy and Family we are so sorry to hear about Wesley. Thoughts and Prayers for each one of you.Sharon Parker Hayden
Springfield, MO Wednesday, May 6, 2020 My prayers are with y’all my the Lord embrace you all and help y’all through this difficult times ahead...God Bless you All.Michael and Deborah James
Monticello, AR Wednesday, May 6, 2020 Thinking of you all & fond memories of Wesley's smile.Andy (&Terrie) Briant
Monticello, AR Wednesday, May 6, 2020 Judy, Stephanie and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad and difficult time. Wesley was a great guy and will be sorely missed. May God grant you all peace and comfort. R.I.P. Wesley.Louise Lane
Hot Springs, AR Wednesday, May 6, 2020 I'm so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family.Wade and Trudy Stringfellow
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 5, 2020 Judy and familySo sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers always.
Sharon (Summerford) Gwin
Hamburg, AR Tuesday, May 5, 2020 Mrs. Judy, I have lots of memories of you both. Just know that I am sorry for your lost and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.Martha Novak
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 5, 2020Larry @ Debbie Braswell
Big Spring, TX Tuesday, May 5, 2020 Our thoughts and prayers are with you Judy and Family .We are so sorry for your loss .He will truly be missed and we Loved him we Love you .
God Bless 💜
Rhonda Roque
Warren, AR Tuesday, May 5, 2020 May you rest in peace Wesley gone but not forgottenCecil & Sandra Pryor
C ok nway, AR Tuesday, May 5, 2020 We are so sorry for your loss. Wesley was a really good fellow. He will be missed here but he moves to a new residence to be with Jesus in heaven.Our condolences,
Cecil & Sandra Pryor
Cherie Brown
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 5, 2020 Judy, Summer and FamilyMy thoughts and prayers are with you
Cherie
Lea & Steve Faulkner
Monticello, AR Tuesday, May 5, 2020 Stephanie & Family we are so sorry for you loss and we will be praying for you all today and in the coming days.Linda Pennington-Jones
, AR Tuesday, May 5, 2020 Judy and family I am in shock just saw this tonight.I can't think of any words that can take away the pain.Just know we are praying for yalll. We loved you and Wesley.,Trust in the Lord he will see you thru,Love yallRosemary MCDaniel Carrington
Banks, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 Wesley was one of a kind always friendly and so full of jokes . And yes he loved to wheel and deal that’s how I met him . Threw my husband . My Mom thought the world of Wesley as he did her. ( Marie Wood ) .Our prayers go out to each of you . So sorry for your loss. RIP dear friend.Barbara Thiele
, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 I am praying for you. Love youKimberly James
Star City, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 You were loved and will be missed.Inez Whitaker
, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 Sending my deepest condolences. I'm so glad we got A chance to see him at the parade at the nursing home......smiling while full of emotions. I love you all dearly. He's home in the loving arms of his Mother .Inez
Linda and Steve
, AL Monday, May 4, 2020 Judy and family I just saw this obituary.I am in shock.I don't even know what to say except we love yall and are praying for each of you for peace and comfort.Gloria Ryburn
Monticello, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 Linda, Judy and family so very sorry for your loss, he was a sweetheart, He will be missed by many Love and prayersSusie
Monticello, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 Judy,Wesley has been in poor health for many years & you were with him every step of the journey. I admire your devotion to him. His journey on earth is over & he is now free of illness & pain & he can celebrate his Lord & Savior fully. You have been a friend for a long time & I hurt for you with this loss. May you find rest & peace in God’s arms. Love you!
Susie
Cynthia Williams
Warren, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 I'm extremely sorry to hear about this. Mr. Wesley was a great man and loved by so many of us.Joyce Thompson
Monticello, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 So sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Wesley was a great person.Linda (Summerford) Cathey
BANKS, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 Judy & family sorry for your loss. Wesley was a very nice person I will never forget him trying to teach me how to two step, I loved watching the two of you glide around the floor. May God be with you always.Melissa Tullos
Monticello, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 Mrs Judy,Stephanie,summer and family . Wesley,was a good man and he was aA good friend to all who came inconcat to with him he will be missed dearly
Candy
Monticello, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 So sorry for your loss. Praying for the family!Audra Lowrey
North Little Rock, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 So very sorry for your loss. Wesley was a good man. It was a blessing to see him again. Praying for you. You are in my prayersMelissa Nash
Monticello, AR Monday, May 4, 2020 My heart hurts for you all. I loved him so much. Prayers and love.