Jesse Marlin Wantland, 84, Passed away Dec. 5, 2020 peacefully in his home. He was born Dec. 18, 1935, to Jesse Ward and Evelyn Mae Wantland. Survived by his children, Steven (Shelly), Sheila Rubey and Nicole (Ron) Swartwood. Grandchildren; Jonathan, Drake, Ryan and Samantha. Preceded in death by his Loving wife of 58 years Barbara; parents, Jesse and Evelyn; sister Violet and his favorite dog Max. Jesse was a heavy equipment operator before becoming a foreman for Pueblo County Road and Bridge Dept. for over 30 years then transferring to CDOT for more than ten years. He loved riding horses, motorcycles, shooting guns, archery and all things associated with country living. Above all, he loved his family and would do anything to help them. He was an amazing husband, father and grandfather and will be sadly missed. A celebration of life (wake) will be held for family and close friends at a later date after the covid hysteria. If you would like to honor him, please donate to Paws For Life in Pueblo, CO or Colorado Bullies and More Rescue, Rye, CO; cbmrescues in his name.