James Wesley Richey III
James “Wesley” Richey III, 57, of Anahuac, died Saturday, March 14, 2026. He was born to Juanita Abshier Richey and James Wesley Richey, Jr. on June 25, 1968, in Winnie.
Survivors include wife, Mary Beth; mother, Juanita Richey; children, Megan Richey and her partner, Cody Netterville, Rachael Richey and her partner, Mike Lewis, and Kyla Richey and her partner, Axel Foster; seven grandchildren, Khayden Raymond, Kheagan Raymond, Wyatt Netterville, Khyser Raymond, Jaxxon Brown, Melza Netterville, and Kowen Lewis; brother, Levi Richey; and two sisters, Vicki Whittington and her husband, Keith, and Carla Richey and her partner, Roger Manuel.
Mr. Richey was preceded in death by his father.
Wesley was a whole-hearted cowboy. He was a man known for his grit, hard work, and unwavering dedication. He proudly served Chambers County as the livestock officer and in animal control for almost two decades. The job fit him perfectly as someone who loved saving animals, the outdoors, and rounding cattle. He was a man who believed in honest work, serving his community, and living life the cowboy way. Above all else, he loved the Lord first, and then his family. His seven grandsons were the light of his life and brought him his greatest joy. He will be remembered as a strong and faithful man who had a cowboy spirit, unmatched work ethic, loyalty, and love for his family. This will live on in all who knew him.
Memorial contributions may be made to Texas Rags to Riches, a 501(c)3 non-profit dog rescue. As a passionate animal lover, Wesley fully believed in the works of this dedicated organization, started and run by his daughter, Megan.
A gathering for Mr. Richey’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Friday, March 20, 2026, at Broussard’s, 134 West Buccaneer Drive, Winnie. His funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 21, 2026, at White’s Park Community Building, 222 White Memorial Park Road, Wallisville. His interment will follow at Abshier Cemetery, Devers.
Video
Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary Winnie
- 134, Buccaneer Drive, Winnie, Texas, 77665,
- March 20, 2026
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Funeral Service
White’s Park Community Building
- 222, White Memorial Park Road, Wallisville, Texas, 77597,
- March 21, 2026
- 10:00 am
Interment
Abshier Cemetery
- , County Rd 112, Devers, TX, 77538,
- March 21, 2026
I was around Wesley and his family when I was a kid he was a good friend and I loved him and his family. The Richey’s are good people. I wish I would have kept in contact with them. I’m sorry to hear about Wesley and his Dad’s recent passing. Praying for Mrs. Juanita and the whole Richey family!💔🙏
Wesley was always polite and professional…a real stand up guy. He will be missed.
I do not even know where to begin, as I just found out about Wesley’s passing this morning so we missed being able to honor him at the service. I will try my best here. Wesley and I started working for the City of Beaumont in 1993 as Animal Control Officers. We were hired on together and with both of us having a livestock background and being around the same age, we really worked good together. After a few years he moved to other agencies closer to Winnie and ended up at Chambers County Sheriff’s Office as I moved up the ranks to the Director o Animal Care and Control here in Beaumont. I can still hear Wesley’s voice as he would randomly call to see how we were doing and to get some sort of animal control advice for odd issues that he may have encountered in Chambers County. Wesley loved his job, his family and working with animals. You will be missed my friend!
I’m so sorry Wes you had to go through this I’m so sorry y’all my deepest prayers are with y’all at this time.
Vikki and Carla I am sorry to hear about your brother. All are in my prayers and thoughts.
I’m so sorry for the loss of Wes! Sending my heartfelt condolences to his family, close friends and classmates! What a life we’ll lived… See us on the other side we know you’ll be there.
RIP. My condolences. I haven’t spoke to him since school. I remember seeing Wes on TV. Something to do with Animal Cruelty to horses. I believe I met him on the Joybus for my church way back in the early 80s. Always a True Cowboy in every sense of the word! I pray for strength for Mary Beth and all those kids and grandkids. He was truly blessed.
Thank you.
Beau Mckewen
So sorry for your loss.He was a good man. We still think of you all alot.He taught our son a lot about hog hunting.Love y’all Mary Beth an girls.
To the Richey Family We Are So Sorry For Your Loss Our Thoughts And Prayers Are With You All.
Quite the complete man. Always there, it seems, when he was needed. His family can be proud of this fine person..
Wesley was a good man and true cowboy! He came out a few times to catch gators out of our pond. Concerned that the pond was close to our kid’s home, we would call and he came with a trap right away! I also worked with Mr. Jim years ago, on TBCD and Chambers County Drainage projects. I’m positive that they are visiting with each other right now!
So sorry to jar of his passing. May he rest in peace. Praying for all of you the family and friends.
Well pard, you fought the good fight, now is your reward, you’ve touched mine and so many other lives in such a positive way, I can’t believe your gone from our sight , but your happy and painless up there with Jesus, Love ya brother, your a friend i’ll never forget
Wesley was such a wonderful man. I know we called him many times about cattle or dogs and he always helped us. Chambers County was so fortunate to have had him as animal control. RIP Wesley.
Mr. Wesley, you showed me nothing but love when I was around. You will be missed beyond words. Thank you for the time and talks we did have. Thank you for leaving us pieces of you in your children and grandchildren. Your legacy will live on!! Sending prayers, love, and support during this time!
To the family I send continued prayers and condolences. I pray for peace and understanding.
I’ve known Wesley for over 15 years working often side by side with him for the sheriff’s office and other times working cattle. I can’t express the extreme sorrow and loss felt by so many with his passing. Chambers county has lost a true cowboy, a wonderful person and absolute stand up guy. No one can ever question his dedication, effort and resilience in any and everything he did.
I know GOD already has you whole again, prowling a pasture on the best horse, belly deep in grass looking over a grand herd of cattle with that trademark smile, hat, voice and quick wit.
Truly a blessing to call you friend.
Rest in peace my friend until we meet again.