August 16, 1978 – November 17, 2023

Thomas Wesley Saladino stepped into heaven on November 17, 2023, at the age of 45.  Wesley was born in Texas City, Texas on August 16, 1978, and was raised in Alvin, Texas.  After attending Alvin High School, Wesley worked at his family’s restaurant in Alvin for nineteen years. 

Wes met his soulmate Erin in Houston, and they were married on October 3, 2009.  The couple moved to Fredericksburg to enjoy life in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, and then returned to Houston, Texas.  Wes and Erin recently celebrated 14 years of marriage.

Wes is preceded in death by his father, Joe Vincent Saladino of Alvin, grandparents Tom and Gwynne Brake of Alvin, grandparents Sam and Mary Saladino of Alvin, and uncle Sam Saladino of Houston. 

Wes is survived by his wife Erin Saladino, mother Beverly (Brake) Saladino, brother Joey (Kacey) Saladino of Alvin, sisters Sarah (Duane) Barham of Alvin, and Jennifer (Mike) Parker of Friendswood.  Wes will be remembered as a beloved uncle to Kate Saladino, Whitney and Sam Barham, Dawson and Landon Parker, Jordan (Nick) Wat and Nick Taylor, Phillip and Charlie Legler, and great-uncle to Henry and Hudson Wat. 

Wes will be dearly missed by his parents-in-law Gretchen (Ginn) Huepers, Victor and Barbara Legler, brothers-in-law Blake (Jenny) Legler and Brian Legler. 

Wes brought joy to our lives and graced us with countless happy memories.  He was a skilled house DJ who spread happiness through his music.  Wes cherished all God’s creatures great and small, and cats held a special place in his heart.  With a twinkle in his eye, he delighted us with his sense of humor; he was a true comedian who always kept us laughing. 

Wes and Erin traveled often, enjoying yearly trips to recharge in the wildlife and mountain landscapes of Colorado.  From the age of four, Wes’ favorite place of all was the family ranch in Fredericksburg.  Wes and Erin rejoiced in the natural beauty of God’s creation and in making memories with his beloved parents, brother and sisters, nieces and nephews, and dearest friends. 

Wes showed fierce determination as he faced recovery from an accident last January.  As a burn survivor, he fought bravely through twelve surgeries and multiple skin grafts with many months of healing still in progress.  Wes looked to God every step of his journey and now rests with his beloved Father in eternal salvation.

 Wesley’s heart was filled with compassion, empathy, and pure love for others.  Wes never met a stranger – he was blessed with many dear long-time friends, and innumerable new friends made over the years.  To Wes’ friends who loved him, thank you for standing by his side, and for supporting him through his challenges.  He will be so missed and wants you to remember how much he loved you.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Wesley’s honor to the Army Fisher House, the Texas Burn Survivor Society, or the Animal Justice League.

Friends are cordially invited to the visitation with the family on Friday , December 1, 2023, from 5:00 P.M.- 7:00 P.M. at Jeter Memorial Funeral Home, 311 N. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood, Texas 77546 (281) 992-7200. The funeral service will be Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. at The Harbor, 2821 W. Parkwood Ave, Friendswood, Texas 77546 with Pastor Mike Saladino and Pastor David Miller officiating.

Condolences may be sent to the family in care of Jeter Memorial Funeral Home at www.jeterfuneralhome.com.