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François
December 31, 2020
If this is the Ed Westerdahl I knew, I own him a flag that has flown on Capitol. And early videos games plays. Student time with his sons. A nice smiling man. Often away from floating home in Portland, in summer 1982.
May 10, 2010
I worked for "the TAZ" at the Port. Known as such for the cartoon character: The Tasmanian Devil. A positive term because among the "the young turks" Ed would take on any challenge with vigor, inteligence and determination. A great man!! I am proud to have known him and consider him a friend and mentor. Dave Neset
Judy Moar
April 28, 2010
Linda and Family-
I am so very sorry for your loss-Eds humor and smile will be greatly missed.
Judy from the Dockside
Katie Killen
April 28, 2010
To Lynda, Rick,Cranda,and Family
Although I was unable to attend Ed's Memorial my thoughts were with you.
Ed added an extra dimension to many people's lives through his sense of humor and kind manor. Always the gentleman and a host that made me feel especially welcome at all of the yacht club social functions I attended with Larry.
I send my condolences and know your memories of Ed will help comfort you and bring a smile.
Sincerely, Katie (Killen)
ROLAND FISHER
April 25, 2010
ED Those were great days we worked together on the Portland Waterfront. When you left it was a far better place. So long--old friend.
Gary Curtis
April 25, 2010
'Teddy', we had some good times at PSC - Vets Club, Winter Carnival, student government. Sharing times as young parents. One of the lapdogs, 'Sweets'
Lynda, Nina and Family - may your memories warm you, Sandra and Gary Curtis
Leo Isotalo
April 25, 2010
Ed was a key contributor to my own successful career. Although Ed and I went in quite different directions after Portland State, his natural leadership skills and practices during those college years helped identify and amplify hidden skills of my own. Thanks, Ed.
My condolences to all the Westerdahls.
Celeste Cook
April 24, 2010
Dear Westerdahl Family,
I offer you my deepest sympathy.
I am so sorry for your loss.
April 23, 2010
Ed,
You will surely be missed and remembered at our Saturday afternoon poker games. Travel on......
Love and sympathy to your family,
Loryn & Bill Hutchins
Ed Warmoth
April 23, 2010
Thanks to family for obit notice. Good memories as we worked together in Oregon State Government (DMV for me) and thanks to Ed for his service.
Chris Perri
April 23, 2010
Ed, you introduced me to the masters of Oregon politics and I had the honor of being hired by you to cater dinners in your home in NW Portland for those luminaries... way back in the 1970s. Thank you for your confidence in me as a young, unknown chef and the many delightful hours we spent chatting while preparing for those most memorable events. I've never forgotten you. --Chris Perri
Cindy Westerdahl
April 22, 2010
I will miss you Uncle Ed. I have so many wonderful memories of our times together and I greatly admire the man you were.
richard march
April 22, 2010
thank you ed for all you've done in portland....thank you for giving us high reach..thank you for giving us service steel..It was a pleasure working for you...God bless you ed..portland loses a great man
Daniel & Deanna Klee
April 22, 2010
Our old friendship goes back 56 years at Franklin High School and Portland State University. Later in life I was the Principal at Chapman School in Portland where your son attended. Our deepest sympathy and condolence to you Nina McAlpine Westerdahl and your family. Dr. Daniel and Deanna Berg Klee.
April 22, 2010
Please accept our family's deepest condolences in your time of loss.
Bob Slauson, Peg Slauson, Debbie Slauson, Greg Slauson, Krystina Slauson, and Tricia Cavender.
Richard Rosen
April 21, 2010
To a great mentor...
one who believed in me and I in him.
I will alway remember his words to John Pihas...
"Just leave him alone ...he'll make us lots of money."
we all smiled. :)
My deepest admiration for a great man from my youth in what was a great advertising, PR and Direct Marketing agency. Good times.
and the seasons, they go round and round and the painted ponies go up and down
we're captured on the....
warm regards to family and friends,
Richard G. Rosen
Founding MD of PSW Direct 1985-1990
Carlie McCallister
April 21, 2010
Special thoughts go to Nina, my student library assistant at PSU - Love -Mrs. Mac
April 21, 2010
To Ed -- thank you for the wonderful leadership you showed when I worked with you in the Governor's Office. The memories will always be with me. My deepest sorrow is with your family. Nancy Kraus Rosin
Wes Adams
April 21, 2010
a role model anyone could be proud of ,I was and always will.thank-you Ed.
Roger Burke
April 21, 2010
We will miss you.
Rowan Hollitz
April 21, 2010
He was a wonderful human being, always thoughtful and respectful of those around him. Whenever there was an important decision to be made, he would state his opinion and in all sincerity ask, "Do you agree or disagree?", letting you know your opinion was valued.
He was a successful business leader and father. His companies and his children are a credit to the man.
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