Gary Wesley (Wes) Moats, 59, Laramie WY, met his heavenly father on March 3, 2022, at Hospice House in Laramie, with his family by his side.
Wes was born on March 20, 1963, in Laramie to Viola (Hammond) and Gary W. Moats. Two years later, his brother Matt came along, and the two of them shared many adventures throughout their lives. Wes grew up in Laramie and loved all the things that Laramie offered – fireworks, camping, racing motorcycles, baseball, football, and wrestling. As Wes got older, his love of motorcycles grew, and he was a lifelong lover of Harleys.
Wes graduated from LHS in 1981, and shortly after, he went to cosmetology school. In 1985, he married Chrissy Padilla and in 1987, his daughter Faryn was born. Faryn was the love of his life, and he was proud to be her dad.
Wes was a jack of all trades. He owned his own salon for several years and went to Motorcycle Mechanics Institute in the late 90s. He was a great hairdresser and an even better biker. He loved football and spent Sundays and Mondays watching his favorite teams play. He loved his friends, family, and Jesus most of all.
Wes is survived by his parents, Vi and Gary Moats; daughter Faryn (Don) Babbitt; grandchildren Donny and Harlow; brother, Matt (Dusti) Moats, nephew Taylor, niece Bailee; and many best friends.
Wes is preceded in death by his grandparents.
A celebration of life will take place in the summer of 2022. In lieu of flowers, please donate in his memory to Hospice of Laramie.
Go to www.montgomerystryker.com to send condolences or to sign the online guestbook.
21 Comments To "Gary “Wes” Moats"
#1 Comment By Larry Mendoza On March 8, 2022 @ 4:39 pm
You will be missed brother, RIP!
#2 Comment By PattiHulett Sanchez On March 8, 2022 @ 7:40 pm
I first met Wes at Slade School, and then we graduated together. I’m shocked at this news, and I’m so very sorry for your loss. My condolences to Faryn, and all his family. Been a rough week for the class of 81. You’re all in my thoughts and prayers.
#3 Comment By Anonymous On March 9, 2022 @ 8:57 am
Wes is one of my favorite memories of our junior high days together. I’m looking forward to his Celebration of Life this summer. My condolences to you Vi, Gary, and the rest of the family.
#4 Comment By Anonymous On March 9, 2022 @ 6:13 pm
Agreed…my sincerest condolences to his family for all who loved Wes. Forever in our hearts and memories. Holding All of you in prayer and love. He will be missed. Kim Babbitt
#5 Comment By Anonymous On March 9, 2022 @ 6:24 pm
My sincerest condolences to family and for all who loved Wes. He’s forever in our hearts and school day memories. Holding all who shared his life with us in prayer and love. HE will be missed. Kim Babbitt
#6 Comment By Guy W Scarpelli On March 9, 2022 @ 1:09 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family!!!
#7 Comment By Kim Babbitt On March 9, 2022 @ 6:18 pm
Agreed…my sincerest condolences to his family for all who loved Wes. Forever in our hearts and memories. Holding All of you in prayer and love. He will be missed. Kim Babbitt
#8 Comment By Vicki Heinrich On March 9, 2022 @ 4:45 pm
My deepest Condolences to the family of Wes. Had some great times growing up just a couple houses away! He will be missed by many. Very hard to lose someone so young. Gary, Vi and Matt my sincere thoughts are with you at this time. Love you, Vicki (Corbin) Heinrich
#9 Comment By Anonymous On March 9, 2022 @ 5:01 pm
My thoughts and prayers ! Charlie and Patty Geer
#10 Comment By Doug kelly On March 9, 2022 @ 7:23 pm
Doug kelly Wes was a good friend for most of my life. He will be missed my condolences too Vie and family
#11 Comment By Jessica hausel grosskopf On March 9, 2022 @ 9:38 pm
I am so sorry for your loss…sending prayers and hugs!! Wes was a wonderful person and he will be missed. Hugs
#12 Comment By Davine Glassscock On March 10, 2022 @ 8:27 am
Fond memories. \Wes and Burley can visit about Harleys. Beautiful sentiments
#13 Comment By Sarah Nordmann On March 10, 2022 @ 2:48 pm
Wes was one of my brother, Niels best friends. So growing up with him around much of the time was a BLAST! Then we went to cosmetology school together. Yes, I have some stories. ..My sincere condolences to Wes’s family. Heaven got a good one. Sarah Nordmann
#14 Comment By Cheryl Sutton On March 10, 2022 @ 2:53 pm
Thoughts and prayers to Faryn and family. Lots of fun times in junior and senior high together. As Patti mentioned, it’s been a rough week for the class of 81.
#15 Comment By Anonymous On March 10, 2022 @ 6:51 pm
Vi and family, I’m so sorry you lost Wes. I was in school with him and,yes, this is a tough one for the Class of 81. He is definitely missed!
#16 Comment By Bryan Brodersen On March 10, 2022 @ 6:51 pm
I pray that you will think of Wes and smile. He was always happy and made others happy.
Sincerely
Bryan Brodersen
#17 Comment By Barbara Widman On March 13, 2022 @ 6:35 pm
Aunt Bob…..Prayers for all of you>>>
#18 Comment By Ron Olsen On March 14, 2022 @ 11:57 am
Vi and Gary: Anne and I were very saddened to learn that you have lost your son Wes. I have a son Todd about Wes’s age and know it would be heart breaking to lose him at a fairly young age. We hope your cherished memories of Wes will console you at this sad time.
Ron and Anne Olsen
#19 Comment By Jeff Petty On March 15, 2022 @ 4:34 pm
I met Wes in second grade, we had a lot of good times together during school days and a little after. What a great guy.
So long friend.
#20 Comment By Dana R Bardsley On March 20, 2022 @ 10:51 am
Vi and Gary and the rest of the family – I am so sorry for your loss. I never met Wes but heard lots of stories from his Dad while we shared an office working at the Forest Service.
#21 Comment By Toni T On March 21, 2022 @ 8:25 pm
Vi, Gary and family.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray for you all! Sending hugs!