Wesley was born November 27, 1967 in Amarillo to John and Doris Thurston. He has lived in Amarillo all his life. Wesley cared for his mother and grandmother. He loved animals, including dogs and even feral cats in the neighborhood. He enjoyed fishing and watching movies. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include two brothers, Tim Thurston of Dallas, and John W. Thurston and his wife Vicki of Amarillo; several nieces and nephews.