Weston Russell Pace

Weston Russell Pace, 38 yrs old, passed away on September 17, 2022 at his home in Lehi, Utah after a valiant 2 year battle with Leukemia. Wes was born on January 16, 1984 in American Fork, Utah to Denise Olson Taylor and Steven Pace. He attended ITT Technical Institute, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and Communications Technology. He graduated top of his class and was awarded Valedictorian in 2014. Wes worked as a Controls Engineer at Syscon Automations, helping to design and create automated machines and robots. He absolutely loved his work. He married his soulmate Madeline Hendricks on May 18, 2013, which was the happiest day of their lives. Wes fathered and loved Aden, Maddie’s 4yr old son as his own. In September of 2014 Wes and Maddie welcomed their son Harrison, which was his most cherished accomplishment. He was an amazing father and husband. Truly, Wes was our real life superhero. His courage and strength were unmatched as he went through years of grueling cancer treatments. He did this while maintaining his unique and witty sense of humor, bringing smiles to his family, nurses, and doctors even amongst being sick. Wes put his heart and soul into everything he did and had an amazing work ethic, which carried over into all areas of his life. He was a hands-on Dad, very active in his boy’s lives and loved them so much. His other loves were camping and riding his motorcycle. He drove thousands of miles on his motorcycle, that is where he felt the most at peace and free. Favorite times were spent with his grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins at “The Ranch '', camping , four wheeling, and sitting around the campfire sharing a lifetime of memories. Throughout his journey one of the most important things Wes often said was that if he could help inspire, teach, and be an example to anyone struggling then he did his part. I think all of us who were touched by his example can say, “Job well done Wes”. His legacy will continue to be an example we can all lean on during hard times. His strength will continue to give us strength. Wes didn’t lose a battle, he surrendered to a bigger plan we don’t fully understand yet. He is survived by his wife; Maddie, children; Aden & Harrison; siblings; Chandler, Kip (Bianca), Rileigh, Camille (Brett), Eric, Dawn, Brent (Lindsay), Craig (Dayna) and stepfather Jim Taylor. He was preceded in death by his mother; Denise Olson Taylor, uncles; Kurt and Craig Olson, aunt; Debbie Pace and grandparents; Weston R. Pace, Jerry, Pat and Donna Olson. We want to give a special thanks to all the doctors, nurses, and staff at the LDS Hospital, 8th floor BMT unit, and The Loveland Clinic. They all took such great care of him. And another thank you to his brother Kip, and the anonymous donor who donated their stem cells to try and save Wes’ life. A Celebration Of Life will be held for Wes on October 15th from 1-4 pm at Mt. Timpanogos Park, at the Bowery Pavillion. US-189, Orem, UT 84097

Weston Russell Pace

January 16, 1984 - September 17, 2022