CULP, Wesley G.

Wesley G. Culp passed away on January 23, 2012, in Mesa, Arizona. Born in Crawford County, Illinois, to Otis and Esther (Green) Culp, Wesley arrived on November 21, 1926. Wesley enjoyed boating, water skiing, and music, especially the piano. He owned and operated a piano business for over 45 years, mostly in the Yuma, Arizona area, where he rebuilt, moved, and tuned pianos. The family lived in Yuma for 38 years. Wesley was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Esther, of 63 years as well as five children, their spouses, 10 grand-children and 3 great grand-children. Wesley is preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Nila C Elgin. A memorial service honoring Wesley was be held on Saturday February 4, 2012 at Broadway Christian Church, Mesa, Arizona. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family is asking for donations to be made to Broadway Christian Church. Published in The Yuma Sun on March 5, 2012