Interment: RiverviewCemetery
Wesley Charles Meissner, age 57, of Circle, MT. passed away November 17, 2006 at his home north of Circle. Wesley was born to Harold (Zib) & Myrtle (Knutson) Meissner April 25, 1949 in Glendive, MT.
Wesley was baptized and confirmed at the First Lutheran Church in Circle. He graduated from the Circle High School in 1967, participating in sports, music and rodeo. He went on to attend college in Havre and competed as a PRCA Cowboy riding bareback horses. He later joined the National Guards for 6 years. On July 31, 1976 he married Sonja (Severtson) in Brocket ND. They were blessed with a son, Cameron Wesley Meissner.Wesley farmed and ranched north of Circle on the family farm for over 30 years. He enjoyed rodeos, horses, and working cattle with friends, family, and neighbors. He was exceptionally proud of his son, Cameron, and his accomplishments, following him through football, baseball, basketball, track, music, and most recently horse shows. He sat through many concerts and was his wifes strongest supporter and in-house critic. The last 6 years he found his true passion, which was trucking cattle and hay. Wes never knew a stranger. If you sat with him long enough, he would know everything there was to know about you except maybe your name.
Wesley was preceded in death by his father, Zib; grandparents, Henry and Emma Meissner, M.J. & Hilda Knutson. He is survived by his wife, Sonja; son, Cameron and fiance Karly Idland; mother, Myrtle; sister, Helen (Bim) Murphy; nephew, Josh (Amanda) Murphy; and niece, Mandy Murphy, Sonjas brothers, sisters and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Friday, November 24, 2006 at 2 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Circle. Interment will be held at the Riverview Cemetery in Circle.
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