Victor Wales

Victor Eugene Wales, known affectionately as Vick by his family and friends, was born on June 18, 1944, in Glendale, CA. He was a charismatic and spirited man, who found joy in life's simple pleasures. Victor was a talented auto mechanic whose love for engines was evident in his work and his hobbies. Outside of his work, he was an avid rock hunter, a lover of the outdoors, and had a passion for building and riding motorcycles. His love for engines was not limited to automobiles; he had an insatiable curiosity about how things worked, evident in his love for working on engines of any kind.

Victor was a man of faith, a dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His faith was a guiding force in his life, providing him with strength, purpose, and a sense of community. Victor was generous with his time and resources, always willing to lend a hand to those in need or the shirt off of his back. Throughout his life, he lived in various places including Bishop, CA; Afton, WY; and Vernal, UT, before finally settling down in Kingman, Arizona. He was a lover of music and film, often spending his free time enjoying both. His life was a testament to the words of Mahatma Gandhi, "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others".

Victor is survived by his loving wife, Calene Wales, his children; Lloyd Wales (Nancy), Troy Coltharp (Joyce), Laura Valentine (Robert), Lynnette White (Shane), Kathleen Ash (Gregg Hoakanson), Jody Coltharp (Tony Williams), and KayLynn Coltharp, many grandchildren and great grandchildren, and his siblings; Eric Wales, June Wales, and Tina Bull. He is preceded in death by his parents Bernard and June Wales, his brother Bernard Jr., his step-daughter Kali Billings, and his great grandchildren Joy Davis and Gracie Jorgensen, and his great great grandchild Parker Kelsey.

A service to celebrate Victor's life will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 2:00 PM MST at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, located at 610 Eastern Street, Kingman, Arizona, 86401.

As we remember Victor, we invite you to share your memories and photos of him on his memorial page. Your stories will serve as a comfort to his family and a testament to the full and vibrant life he lived. Victor was a testament to the power of faith, the joy of family, and the thrill of a life well-lived. He will be greatly missed.