Wesley J. Abbey Jr.

Wesley J. Abbey, Jr., 72, of Cortland, New York went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 28, 2024. Wes was born on September 23, 1952 in Cortland, the son of Wesley and Dona (Sands) Abbey.

Although Wes worked in various occupations, his favorite was that of a van driver with the Homer Central School District, he held a special place in his heart for "his kids". He led a servant life; serving others. His greatest joy was his family.

Wes is survived by his wife, Sheila, daughter, Terese (Scott) Main of Chili, New York and son, Chad (Kimberly) of Cortland, New York, as well as four granddaughters: Emily and Ashley Main of Chili, New York and Savannah and Madelyn Abbey of Cortland, New York. Four brothers: Dana (Angela) Abbey of Dryden, New York, Gary (Loretta) Abbey of Neptune Beach, Florida, Michael (Justine) Abbey of Clay and Brian (Lovina) Abbey of McGraw, New York. Stepmother, June Abbey of Cortland, New York. Along with several cousins, nieces, and a nephew.

He was predeceased by his father, Wesley Abbey, his mother, Dona Abbey, special mentor, Perry Foster, and sister, Colleen McKay.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 11:00 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 734 NY Rt. 222,Cortland, New York, Rev. Douglas "B.B." Watson officiating, with a reception afterward. The family will be present to receive friends at the church at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Glenwood Cemetery in Homer, New York.