***October 19, 2025 edit***
Wes is no longer with us. He breathed his final breath at about 5:40 PM Pacific/ 8:40 PM Eastern time tonight.

Goodbye old friend.

“From the Halls of Montezuma
To the shores of Tripoli;
We fight our country’s battles
In the air, on land, and sea;
First to fight for right and freedom
And to keep our honor clean;
We are proud to claim the title
Of United States Marine.

Our flag’s unfurled to every breeze
From dawn to setting sun;
We have fought in ev’ry clime and place
Where we could take a gun;
In the snow of far-off Northern lands
And in sunny tropic scenes;
You will find us always on the job
The United States Marines

Here’s health to you and to our Corps
Which we are proud to serve;
In many a strife we’ve fought for life
And never lost our nerve;
If the Army and the Navy Ever look on Heaven’s scenes; They will find the streets are guarded By United States Marines.”

Semper Fidelis and rest in peace, Major Howe.

Tony.

Original post:
My son and I are heading to Oregon tonight to say goodbye to Wes Howe. Stage 4 lung cancer. DNR in effect. Hopefully we can make it before The Lord calls him home.

Tony

This message has been edited. Last edited by: benny6,

Very sorry to hear that about Wes. He is one of the good guys. He helped me with my son, and I will always be greatful.

Very sad to learn that. Thanks for your going to see him.

Prayers for all involved.

So sorry to hear this bad news.

Always respected his opinion and enjoyed his post.

I will keep him in my prayers and hope that he does not suffer.

He always comes across as a gentleman professional in all his posting. Sorry to hear this.

Hate to hear that. Godspeed Wes.

I’m very sorry to hear that, Wes will be missed. I hope you have a safe and peaceful trip and are able to say a proper goodbye to your friend. Please give him all our best.

Very sad to hear. Thanks for going to see him. Prayers for you all.

Please tell him we all say hello and that he will be missed.

I wasn't aware he was ill.

Sad news. Prayers for Wes.

What is his screen name?

Weshowe

Prayers offered for all. Godspeed peace and comfort to you and your loved ones Wes.

Rick

Very sad to hear. I did not know Wes, other than by his posts here. I always found it interesting that nearly all of his posts had an opening salutation, either directly to someone by name, or to everyone in which case he opened with 'Gents'. I took that as a sign that he was kind at heart, and a friend to all. I do know that had had great taste in rifles, rifle builders, and friends. He will surely be missed.

I didn't know he had cancer. Cancer sucks.

Prayers for family and friends.

Wes is a wonderful guy and will be missed. He doesn't know me, but please tell him we care, and will miss him.

You are a good man, Benny.

Thank you, my friends! I will share the kind words you all have shared with him in a few short hours. I’m boarded in SFO and on my way to PDX right now.

Tony.

We made it to the hospital this morning and he still kicking! He says thank you for all the kind words!

Tony.

Thank him for being part of SIGforum family.

Sad to hear this. I hate cancer.