Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
500 University Blvd. West
Silver Spring, Maryland
CATHERINE WEST Obituary
CATHERINE WHITE WEST
Catherine White West, age 82, passed away on June 3, 2012, in Altamonte Springs, FL. She is survived by her beloved children, Franklin Sears, Robert West, Alicie Simpson Moore (Jon) and Kealey West (Vicki). Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, Scott, Laura, Maggie and Katie Simpson, Travis, Stephen, Logan and Scout West, Catherine and Connor Moore, and George Howe. She is survived by siblings, Dorothy White, Paul White, Bernard White, Thomas White, Marie Helm, Sara Ruschaupt and Michael White; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, William and Helen White, brothers William White, Robert White, Theodore White, James White, John White, Francis White; sisters Ellen Handley, Mary Lockman, Teresa Dobson and Alice Sweadner; and her son-in-law, David T. Simpson. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday, June 15 from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m., where rosary will be prayed at 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Grace Church, 15661 Norbeck Blvd., Silver Spring, MD, on Saturday, June 16, at 10:30 a.m. Interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made in Catherine's memory to the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's, Team Catherine at http://act.alz.org/goto/TeamCatherine or 378 Center Point Circle, Suite 1280 Altamonte Springs, FL 32701.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for CATHERINE WEST
6 Entries
Rosemarie Konopka
June 18, 2012
Family, I just heard of the loss of your Mother. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. I remember all of you as small children and hear how you have all grown into wonderful adults. I will remember all in my prayers, your cousin, Rosemarie
Catherine Perrell
June 15, 2012
Frank,Robert,Alicie snd Kealey, my sincere sympathy goes out to each and everyone of you. Your Mom was a wonderful loving parent and will be missed by all.
June 14, 2012
So sorry to hear of cathy's passing on. She was a great help in my life and did so many little things that let you know she cared. She always thought of others first.
Good bye old friend.
Al Lochte
Carolyn Scriber
June 13, 2012
Cathy was a wonderful person. I worked with her back in the 70's & 80's. I remember you kids growing up. She loved you so much. My deepest sympathy to you all. Peace, prayers and blessing,
June 12, 2012
So sorry to hear that Cathy has left us. She was a good friend and a kind and caring person. She will be sorely missed.
June 11, 2012
To the family of Mrs. West,
May your memories of happy times bring you comfort in the days and weeks ahead.
Kay Redington
Alzheimer's Association, Central and North Florida Chapter
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
Make a Donation
in CATHERINE WEST's name
Memorial Events
for CATHERINE WEST
Funeral services provided by:
Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc. - Silver Spring500 University Blvd. West, Silver Spring, MD 20901
How to support CATHERINE's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor CATHERINE WEST's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
