Wesley Lawrence

Laurie

Wesley Lawrence Laurie, 88, of Santa Anna, Texas, died peacefully on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Hendrick Medical Center in Brownwood.

Born on November 10, 1937, in Newark, New Jersey, Wesley grew up in Brooklyn, New York, where he attended school. He went on to serve his country proudly in the United States Air Force from 1954 to 1962, a chapter of his life that reflected his dedication and steady character. Wesley re-enlisted in the Department of the Army National Guard of Texas (TexARNG) in 1975 to 1976 and again from 1984-1989 to complete 13 years / 08 Months of military service.

Wesley built a career as an aircraft mechanic, where he also performed illustrating and drafting. He loved his work and valued the many friendships he made along the way. His professional life reflected both skill and creativity, and those who knew him understood the pride he took in doing his work well.

He was a man of wide-ranging interests and an adventurous spirit. In his younger years, Wesley enjoyed rodeos and took part in bull riding competitions. He also enjoyed sky diving with his aircraft friends. In later years, his interests turned to genealogy, and he devoted extensive time to researching his and Carolyn’s family history. He also found joy in making personalized greeting cards for birthdays, anniversaries, and simple moments when he wanted someone to know they were in his thoughts. Wesley had a unique way of making people smile and brightening their day.

Wesley was known for his loving and giving personality. He greeted others with a smile and a hug, and he took deep pride in his family, supporting them in every endeavor. One of the great joys and defining blessings of his life was his marriage to Carolyn Sue Morris (through an invite for chicken and dumplings). They were married on July 7, 1977, at the American Consulate, U.S. Embassy in Tehran, Iran. Through that marriage, Wesley gained seven children, whom he loved as his own. Together, he and Carolyn shared 46 years of marriage before her death in 2023.

He is survived by his children, Michael Dunn and wife, Geri, Debra Boyet, Tommy Dunn, Kenneth Dunn and wife Mary, Billy Dunn, Scott Dunn and wife Kristin as well as Wesley’s brother, Davin McGloin and wife, Alice. Wesley loved and adored his 17 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren. In the lives of his family, Wesley leaves a legacy of warmth, encouragement, and steadfast love.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Sue Laurie; his son, James Dunn; his father, Edward Laurie; his mother, Bettie Burch Laurie; his brother, Raymond Laurie, and sister, Patricia McGloin

Wesley Lawrence Laurie will be remembered for his generous heart, his adventurous nature, his devotion to family, and the kindness he shared so freely with others. His memory will continue to live on in the many lives he touched with his smile, his embrace, and his thoughtful care.

The family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions be made to Concho Baptist Church, 1700 S. Concho Street, Coleman, Texas 76834.

We invite you to share fond memories and words of comfort and condolence with the Laurie family by signing the guestbook on Wesley’s tribute page at www.stevensfuneralhome.com. Stevens Funeral Home is honored to serve the Laurie family.