WESTFALL, Douglas Alan

66, passed away on December 14, 2021, at The Ohio State

University Wexner Medical

Center of Interstitial lung

disease. Doug was born on March 29, 1955, in Springfield, Ohio, and was the son of A. Kyle and Helen (Stahler) Westfall. Doug was a graduate of North High School (1973),

received his Bachelor of

Science, Business Management and Administration Degree from Indiana University (1980) and his Master of Divinity from United Theological Seminary (1993). He served in the Army from 1974 to 1976, stationed in Pirmasens Germany. Doug was in the food business for many years before becoming a minister with The United Methodist Church within the West Ohio Conference. Most recently he was in Spiritual Care with Suncoast Hospice serving Pinellas County, Florida. Doug is

survived by his three children, Kasey Marie (Adam) Elliott of Columbus, Ohio, Sally Elizabeth of New York, New York, and Thomas Michael of Columbus, Ohio; his two sisters Persis Ann (Stanley) Ely of Hudson, Florida, and Marlene Kay (John) Hays of Springfield, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his brother and parents. His body was donated to The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and his organs were donated to Lifeline of Ohio. A memorial service for Doug's Celebration of life will be held the afternoon of May 20, 2022, at the Springfield Country Club, 2315 Signal Hill Rd, Springfield, Ohio 45504. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Suncoast Hospice Foundation (5771 Roosevelt Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33760 or suncoasthospicefoundation.org) or to support the research of interstitial lung disease

donations can be made to The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center – OSU-Allen Pulmonary Fund #317286.

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Published by Springfield News Sun on Jan. 7, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Douglas WESTFALL

11 Entries

Rev. Dr. Jamie Hanna Williams

June 12, 2023

Doug and his family joined our church in Wheaton when I was a young pastor trying to help a small church on the outskirts of town grow into a strong, healthy community of young families and established members. Doug, Kathy and their kids helped to make that happen. He said he joined the church because he drove past one day, close to Christmas, and this enormous evergreen tree was pitifully decorated with about four strands of lights. Doug said he decided, "that poor church really needs help. I better go see what I can do." He was such a wonderful, funny, and dedicated person - a great blessing to me and the church. I was there for his ordination and so blessed to be his pastor, colleague, and friend. We lost touch over the years and I was very sad to hear of his death. I am confident that Doug is in glory, rejoicing with the saints, and I look forward to seeing his smiling face again. My love and warm regards to Kasey, Sally and Tom. Your Dad loved you so much.

Chris Hayden

December 20, 2022

I have often thought about Doug and his family. I am so saddened to hear of his passing. He was a huge influence growing up. I remember babysitting his children in Spfld. My deepest and sincere condolences to his family.

Angela Edwards-Luckett

June 18, 2022

I´m just learning of Doug´s transition from this life to the next and to say that I´m heartbroken is an understatement.

Doug and I were in chaplain training together here in Florida. He had the best sense of humor and we laughed together often. He and my husband often laughed together as well. My husband passed in July of last year and now I think of he and Doug sitting somewhere in a corner making some mischief!

May God bless Doug´s family and friends with everything that they need.

Doug, I love you my friend,
The Rev.

Jan Howard

May 21, 2022

Doug, I have so many memories of us laughing, crying or just sitting side by side not saying a word. We would come in and out of each other's lives but we always knew one of us would answer the phone just to say how are you!
Think of you today and every day!
Love you Dougy,
Jan

Aaron and Melisa Ray

January 14, 2022

Very sad to hear of Doug's passing. We are very grateful that he was able to preside over our marriage. The Westfall family is in our prayers.
Aaron and Melisa Ray

Yvonne Higgs

January 10, 2022

Chaplain Doug provided spiritual guidance for our family when my daughter Jenna passed 3 years ago and recently for my daughter Sara in October. He had a way of providing strength through humor making a difficult situation brighter. Taking a moment to celebrate Doug´s life and all he did for many other families. He will be missed

Lesa Moser Johnson

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Jo H.

January 7, 2022

My deepest condolences to the Westfall Family for the loss of your loved one, Douglas Alan, and pray God fills your hearts with comfort, peace and strength during this difficult time.

Soultana Kalaboukas

January 7, 2022

I am so sadden to hear Chaplain Doug passing on I had the pleasure of working with him at Suncoast Empath Health Hospice. He always had a smiling face and always made me laugh. He helped me through hard times in my life and gave me hope. May you all have Peace and Greatness of Chaplain Doug. And think of all the great times together. He is truly missed. Soultana

Soultana Kalaboukas

January 7, 2022

I am so sadden to hear about Chaplain Doug passing on. I had the pleasure of working with Chaplain Doug @ Suncoast Hospice. He always had a smiling face . He made me laugh all the time. He was inspiring and gave me hope . May you all have peace and think of all the Greatness Chaplain Doug was. My Thoughts and Prayers are with you all. Soultana

Susan Williamson

January 7, 2022

Shocked and saddened to hear of Doug´s death. I have wonderful memories of him growing up on Parkwood. Thinking of you Mo and PA.

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