Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
JAMES WESTROPP Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for JAMES WESTROPP
Sponsored by Patty's LFG Team Members.
Tim Killworth
September 22, 2013
Dear Patty & family,
My sister just called and told me that my niece Stacy had seen on Facebook that Jim had pasted away. We are deeply saddened by his loss and will never forget his positive and "always happy" way of life. Just being around him would cheer anyone up. I am so happy to see that he had the opportunity to enjoy a grand daughter while he was here on earth. He always thought the world of Allison and Robby, so I can imagine how he was with Claire. I remember the Texas visit in November of 1995 where we took Jim water skiing on Lake Travis and he thought that was so much better than shoveling snow if he were back in Indiana. I remember he wanted some Texas boots to take home and he was so happy we took him shopping in a Texas boot store.
Hope you and your family are doing OK considering the circumstances. But I am sure Jim is doing well in heaven. Can you imagine how he acted when he ran into mom in heaven?
Take care and come and see us!
Tim & Deb Killworth
Hubie Ashcraft
May 10, 2013
Patty & Family,
Jim was always such a pleasure to be around. He was very knowledgeable in so many areas. I will always remember when he showed me how to remove fish smell by mixing salt and soap togther. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hope to see you all soon.
Phyllis and Jordan Maliken
April 10, 2013
Patty and Family, I was so sad to hear about Jim's passing and Jordan and I send you our deepest sympathies and loving prayers. As you know we just met Jim, you and Ann in Siesta Key Feb 2013 and only spent a few days together but those memories are deep in our hearts. I laugh thinking of Jim doing a cannonball in the pool while playing with Jordie. I know you and Ann were not pleased but Jim had the biggest smile on his face. Jordie and I won't see another thumbs up sign without thinking of Jim. And Jordan has his Capt Curts hat which will be a tangible reminder. And when we are at Twin Palms pool again , Jim will be there too! You will miss him everyday but as I looked at your photo book, you also have such wonderful memories filled with love to think of and that I know will be a comfort. Jordie and I hope to see you and Ann in Siesta Key one of these winters.
Jennifer Coghlan (Graham)
April 9, 2013
Patty & Family,
So sorry to hear the news of Jim's passing. Although its been years since I've spent time with you, I hear about you all through Sarah (Graham) and how special Jim and you have been in her life. What a courageous battle you have all fought and I am glad Jim is now free of pain and suffering. Thinking of you all so much.
George & Sarah Baldus
April 8, 2013
Patty and Family,
We're keeping our fond memories of Jim close to our hearts and minds to keep away the pain of his loss. He was a blessing to everyone he ever met.
We're also so sorry to have been away for the funeral. The reported tribute made to his memory was certainly fitting.
God Bless.
Lynn Weaver
April 8, 2013
Dear Patty, I am sorry to hear about Jimmy, he was a good person. I always had alot of fun working with him at Panhandle wish I had 10 just like him he was a good worker. I know he will be missed Lynn Weaver
April 8, 2013
Patty, you and your family will remain in our hearts and prayers. May your memories and faith sustain you through this terrible loss. Kathy & Louie Mariscal
Virgilo, Connie & Yolanda Pena
April 6, 2013
Patty,
You and the family are all in our prayers. Jim was so nice to us. May God bless all of you.
Marcia Sanders
April 6, 2013
Patty & Family, so very sorry to hear about Jim's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you with His comfort, strength and peace.
Maureen Moriarity
April 5, 2013
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time
Steve Hall
April 5, 2013
Patty & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mike Litchfield
April 5, 2013
Jim had a big heart and smile. always there too lend a helping hand to everyone. He will be greatly missed.So sorry for your loss
Mike & Lee Vasil
April 4, 2013
Jim was a truly kind soul ~ We will forever remember his loving and generous heart. He will be terribly missed and we send our thoughts and prayers to the whole family.
Mike & Lee Vasil
April 4, 2013
Jim was a truly kind soul ~ We will forever remember his loving and generous heart. He will be terribly missed and we send our thoughts and prayers to the whole family.
April 4, 2013
Jim worked with me for several years at Erie Haven. Always had fun working with him and he will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joe Ellert
Sarah & Jim McKenzie (Graham)
April 4, 2013
Jim was one of my all time favorite people! I consider myself blessed to have had him as my dear friend. His kindness, humility and love for life was evident to all who knew him. I will always remember his friendly smile, and his ornery laugh when he was teasing someone. He will be missed so much but never forgotten.
Patty, you and your family have been such an example of strength and courage through Jim's illness. I pray you find peace knowing that Jim is now with Jesus and is smiling his smile down on you all. You are a special family!
Kori Miller (Stauffer)
April 4, 2013
Our prayers to the Westropp Family!
Amanda Richards
April 4, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
April 4, 2013
Jim was always willing to help with anything, he was fun, full of life and a close friend to so many.
There is no doubt that he was a man of character and will truly be missed.
Thoughts and prayers to this awesome family.
"Hanging Out"
ED Metz
April 4, 2013
April 4, 2013
Patty and Family,
Lynn and I are on vacation and just saw the news of Jimmy's passing. We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dee & Lynn Weaver
Mark & kathy smith
April 4, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
April 4, 2013
Patty, Robbie and Allison,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I know Adam loved Jim and has many fond memories of spending time at your house. Jim lived life to its fullest - something we can all learn from. He shared his time unselfishly with others and always had a smile on his face. May you feel His loving arms wrapped around you.
The Osborn Family
Gregg, Ellen, Adam, Emily and Hannah
Martina Lytch
April 4, 2013
Patty, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Pam and Robin Bower
April 4, 2013
Patty and Family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. No matter how long it had been since we last saw Jim, he always made you feel as though it was yesterday. He was a life long friend to all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your wonderful memories comfort you in the days ahead.
Wayne&Nancy Newton
April 4, 2013
Patty and Family So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. It was nice to speak to him at Camp Florida and to see you too! Our prayers are with you and your family.
April 3, 2013
Patty, Robby & Allison, So Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We got to know Jim from Upward Basketball when he coached the boys. He was always smiling and was such a sweet man. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Dave, Sheri, Justin, Jeremy, Jacob and Jerad Harlow
Natalie Boneff
April 3, 2013
My prayers and thoughts are with you. Truly sorry for your loss!
Cheri and Linda
April 3, 2013
Dead Patty and family,
Although we are unable to be there to help celebrate Jim's amazing spirit, please know that we hold you all in our hearts and prayers.
Much love,
Cheri (Panyard) Bourassa and Linda (Panyard) Myers
Cameron Powell
April 3, 2013
Jim was one of the best men I ever had the pleasure of knowing. Some of the best times my family ever had were with the Westropps. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jim will be truly missed.
Brandon Sorg
April 3, 2013
Patty our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jim was the kindest man and we will so miss his smile and laughter.
Much Love and prayers: Brandon, Kelli, Solina and Thomas Sorg.
Matt Kocks
April 3, 2013
Patty and family
I will always remember Jim by his contagious smile and peaceful demeanor. May your fond memories sustain you.
Joe Koenig
April 3, 2013
Dear Patty, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Abby Miller
April 3, 2013
My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time and always. Robbie and Allison your dad was always so sweet and always made us feel welcome at your home!
Anne Easterday
April 3, 2013
Patty, I am so sorry to hear about Jim. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Diane Zollner
April 3, 2013
Patty, So sorry to hear of your Husband Jim's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. He is with God now and will forever be your angel.
Dave Deal
April 3, 2013
Dear Patty and Family, So very sorry to hear of your loss. Jim was the kindest, most caring, giving person I have ever known. Jim never asked for anything back. I will never forget him. Heaven just got a lot better!
Joy Zandimoghaddam
April 3, 2013
Patty, I'm so very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Miller
April 3, 2013
I will truly miss having Jim as my friend. Even through his illness he was always caring about others. Both Jim and Patty were couragous thru the past months and both always had a smile on their faces even though you knew what they were going thru. Jim will be missed by all who knew him and Patty and the kids will need all of our support. Take solice in knowing that Jim is at peace and no longer in pain.
Bill & Jenny Sorg
April 3, 2013
Sending our sincere sympathy and prayers to you. We so enjoyed his friendship in the neighborhood.....always a helping hand and friendly smile. May he rest in peace.
Eva Dobos
April 3, 2013
Patty, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Eva Dobos
Amy Colvin Watters
April 2, 2013
When I think of people who truly have made this world a better place, Jim is at the top of the list. Not only did my family have the great fortune to grow up across the street from the Westropps, a friendship continued between Jim, Patty and my parents for which I will always be grateful. My thoughts and prayers go out to all those touched by Jim.
Austin Powell
April 2, 2013
Jim was a great man, no one ever had a bad thing to say of him. I am truly blessed to have had him as a part of my life and will miss him so much. Love you Jim!
Kim Barker
April 2, 2013
Patty and the entire Westropp family, I was so saddened to hear of Jim's passing. Growing up on Tacoma there was never a dull moment with the loads of kids on our block. I will always remember that bright and shining smile of his and the kindness he shared with all those he touched. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you!
Terri Leonard
April 2, 2013
Patty, I am so sorry for your loss. May the Lord wrap His loving arms around you and the rest of your family and grant you peace and strength during this time of sorrow.
Lindsay Wills
April 2, 2013
Patty, Allison, Robbie and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I was very saddened to hear about Jim's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lindsay Wills
April 2, 2013
Patty and your family
I am so sorry to hear that Jim lost his battle with cancer. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandi Kemmish
April 2, 2013
Patty, Allison and Robbie,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Brent, Ranelle, Justin & Jarrod Parker
Sandy Panyard Thomas
April 2, 2013
Patty and Family. I am so sorry to hear about Jim. He was always such a personable person. Always friendly. I don't get out much at all and I was so happy that I got the chance to see Jim and you just recently. I'm glad that he is no longer suffering and that he is in Heaven with our Lord. Stay strong and know that others care. Love, your cousin. Sandy Panyard Thomas You are in my prayers. xoxo
Kelly and Ralph Prindle
April 2, 2013
May Jim rest in eternal peace and and may perpetual light shine upon him.
Kelly Prindle
April 2, 2013
Patty and Family,
Your love and care for your beloved Jim was an inspiration to witness. Jim (Jimbo, as I liked to call him) was a Saint among friends. It is an understatement to say he will be missed. But, I am so happy for his peace. Everyone knows Jim was not one to sit around. I am sure he is busy watching over all of us.
Much love, care and many prayers for you all.
Anne (Colvin) Catapano
April 2, 2013
Dear Patty,
My whole family is so saddened to learn of Jim's passing. He was such an amazing person and held a truly special place in my parents hearts. When we think of growing up on Tacoma Ave, the Westropp name is always there with such great memories. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go to you and your family.
Harold J. & Mary Ellen Schwehr
April 2, 2013
Dear Patty
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Having met you both for the first time we enjoyed the time spent with you and Jim playing 31 at Camp Florida. We'll hold you in our prayers.
Cherie Lauer Sanders
April 2, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss.Jim and myself were neighbors on Tacoma Ave. when we were kids.You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
THE REDMAN FAMILY
April 2, 2013
SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOU WILL BE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
THE REDMAN FAMILY- LINDA, MATT, DAVE AND DAWN
April 2, 2013
Ed and I are sad to lose such a wonderful friend and neighbor. Jim always handled life with incredible courage and amazing grace. We feel privileged to have known Jim and his family. Ed and I have many beautiful memories of Jim to hold close in our heart. Sincere sympathies to you, Patty, Allison, and Rob. May time heal your sorrow and soothe your soul. Cheryl & Ed Kennerk
April 2, 2013
Patty and Family - our sincere sympathies are extended to you and your family. Pam Paxson and family
April 2, 2013
Patty and Family. We are all sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you.
Scot Wesner
April 2, 2013
My sympathy to the families for your loss. My parents called to let me know of Jim's passing and they also send their condolences.
Debbie (Panyard) McLaughlin
April 2, 2013
Dear Patty and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We want you to know that our love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God comfort and guide you through this very sad time.
Debbie and Ron McLaughlin
Kevin Cross
April 2, 2013
Patty, You and Jim were such great neighbors and Jim was always willing to lend a helping hand. If we all lived our lives like Jim the world would be a better place.
April 2, 2013
Patty and Family,
We met you and Jim just this year in Siesta Key while vacationing at the Point of Rocks and what a pleasure and blessing that was. We are so sorry to hear of his death. Words can't express our sadness for all of you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Everytime we think of the vacation and Jim, we smile. He was such a teaser and always kept you on your toes! He will be missed by all. So glad to have had the opportunity to meet you all.
Fondly,
Barb and Rick Stone of Virginia
April 2, 2013
PATTY AND FAMILY, SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JIM. I WAS A FRIEND OF HIS AT SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL.IM ALSO THE SISTER OF LAURA KURTZ.. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY.JIM WAS A WONDERFUL MAN. SHARI(SCHAEFER) GRIER
April 2, 2013
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. GOD PROMISES US THAT WE WILL SEE OUR LOVED ONES AGAIN, MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT HE IS WITH YOU NOW.
Jay, Jennifer, Adilynn, Lydia, Caiden, Nolen, & Emori Girardot
April 2, 2013
Dear Patty,
You've not only been the greatest of neighbors, but also the best of friends. Swimming, tubing, golf cart rides, boat rides, fishing, candy...these may seem like little things to most people, but they have meant the world to our children and to us. You have planted memories in our hearts that we will cherish all our lives. You and Jim have played such a special role in our lives and hold a special place in our hearts. We are so deeply saddened and will miss Jim so much! Our only comfort is that we know he now has a special place with the Lord!
We love you so much!
Dan and Kris Grimmer
April 2, 2013
Patty, we are very sorry to hear the news of Jim's passing. We will keep you and the family in prayers.
Julie Cayot
April 2, 2013
Patty, My prayers are with you and your family.
April 2, 2013
Patty we are very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We are out of town and not able to attend the services but please know you and your entire family are in our prayers.
Larry Gerig & Julie McCaffrey
Dave & Sandy Jump
April 2, 2013
Patty & Family,
It was such a blessing knowing you and Jim. Our love an prayers are with you and your family on the cross over of one of God's blessed soul's who brought much cheer and smiles to everyone he crossed paths with.
Always there to help!
Ed & Elaine Metz
April 2, 2013
Jim was a great friend and neighbor. Jim had a heart of gold and as big as the world. The word "NO" was not in Jim's vocabulary and was always there when you asked and somtimes would just show up at the right moment. His friendship,humor,tenacity, and energy will be greatly missed
Judy Holliday
April 2, 2013
Patti, I am so very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
TOM PANYARD
April 2, 2013
Once in a great while, a special person comes along who touches the lives of everyone they come into contact. Such a person was Jim Westropp! Everyone who met Jim benefited from it! Jim was the most giving person I have ever met. He was the epitome of a Christian. Our family was greatly enhanced by his addition. I proudly proclaimed him as my son-in-law.
You will be missed forever, love,
Tom Panyard
Tim Bupp
April 2, 2013
My prayers ar with the family and friends of Jim. During this Easter Season, our hope lies in the Resurrection of our Lord. Hallelujah! May the peace that surpasses all understanding be with you all.
April 2, 2013
Patty, we are so very sadden by the news of Jim's passing. Know that he will always be with you in your children and grandchild. We will keep you in prayer during this very difficult time.
Jim & Ray
Becky Allegrini
April 2, 2013
I have never known anyone whose arms of compassion and love have embraced so many in such a short amount of time. Prayers always and forever to Patty, Robbie and Allison and the entire Westropp and Panyard families.
Dave & Pat Shifley
April 2, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Jim was such a man of faith who loved his family, friends and life! We are all better for having known him! You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Jane Trueblood
April 2, 2013
My prayers are with you, I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Cathy Hoyos
April 2, 2013
Patty,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Fr. John H. Delaney
April 2, 2013
My sincere sympathy to you, Patty, and family. I can remember your wedding day! Even as a young teen and later, young husband, Jim was the greatest of guys! He will be missed by many and remembered always with the greatest of respect for his way of treating all people.
I'm sorry, being out of FW, that I wasn't aware of his illness; I would have surely visited. As it is, I will offer Holy Mass for him and for your family. I've just arrived yesterday in FL for a vacation, so will be unable to come to visitation or funeral. My thoughts and prayers are for you in these days ahead.
Brent Howard
April 2, 2013
Blessings for peace and comfort for Patty and the family.
Tina Sutphin
April 2, 2013
Patty & kids & family you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jenny Powell
April 2, 2013
We were so blessed to have Jim in our lives, he was a great example of how to live life to the fullest every day. Whether we were hanging out by the pond or on the tandem we always had a blast. My boys loved being with Shim all the time. We will miss him always and treasure our great memories. Patty and Jim are our example of true love no matter what.
Ann & Pat Madden
April 2, 2013
Jim was a special man surrounded by love of a great woman in his wife, Patty, his children, granddaugter, mother and family. He will be missed but never gone from our hearts
Tracey Moore
April 2, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to the Westropp family. Jim was a wonderful person and we feel very lucky to have known him. Such a great neighbor and friend.
Sara & Brian Gerig
April 2, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Jim was a good guy, gone too soon. We hope you find peace in the days ahead.
Tim Deal
April 2, 2013
Jim was a great friend and I was always inspired by his energy.He touched so many lives and will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.
Lori Beneke
April 1, 2013
I don't know what to say other than I am so very sorry. May you find peace and comfort in the Lord.
Karen Vaughn
April 1, 2013
I feel lucky to have known Jim. What a wonderful person. His attributes were visible even as a young man. During our school years, he was always a favorite among the mothers and grandmothers as they simply must have recognized a true gentleman. His kindness, his character and his smile are what I will always remember. My thoughts and prayers are with Patty and the entire Westropp family.
Jenny Powell
April 1, 2013
We were blessed with Jim as a part of our lives. No matter what we needed he was always there to help. Anytime we spent together we always had fun. Jim was a man who everyone loved and who loved everyone, what an example he has been to me and my boys. God blessed us with the gift of the Westropp family, and I am very thankful for all the time we had together. I am so proud of Patty and the example of love you showed us all. Our prayers are with you Patty, Allie, Robbie, Dan, Ashley, and Claire.
Susan Griffin
April 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jim and Patty showed true courage in the face of the unkonwn through this journey.
With peace
Patti & Rick Storer
April 1, 2013
Jim was a special man surrounded by a loving and caring family. Our heart is with you.
Jeff Gilmore
April 1, 2013
Everybody loved Jim. That was the way it was ever since I met him in 3rd grade in Mrs. Bitler's class. I can't believe how many lives he touched. How many people he knew. My prayers are with you Patty. I will miss him very much.
Hugh Baldus
April 1, 2013
Jim was an outstanding guy who would help anyone who needed anything, without question or delay. He lived his faith, and blessed those around him with his presence. I will never forget his friendship, and will keep his memory alive by trying to be more like he was. My prayers are with his family. God bless you all in this time of loss-
Showing 1 - 94 of 94 results
Make a Donation
in JAMES WESTROPP's name
Memorial Events
for JAMES WESTROPP
Funeral services provided by:
Klaehn, Fahl, Melton Funeral Home6424 Winchester Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
How to support JAMES'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 JAMES WESTROPP'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
