John-Westman-Obituary

John A. Westman

Albuquerque, New Mexico

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DIED
June 13, 2016
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Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Westman, John A. (Jack) John A. (Jack) Westman has passed away after a lengthy illness. Born in Hartford, CT, he and his family found permanent residency in Whitter, CA. After receiving a scholarship to attend UNM, Jack discovered Albuquerque to be the perfect match for his career dreams, and...

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My name is Renee Fiechter Moya. My Sisters name is Tammie. Our Grandmother was Mary Sims. We have fond memories with the Children´s Group Trips and Activities that he and his Son Steven attended in the 70´s. Thank you for chaperoning and organizing ma My wonder trips and making many great memories for us. Thank you and God Bless you Always Renee Moya

I remember John as a youngerser starting out in the Commercial Lending business in the 80's here in Albuquerque. I learned so much about the business from him. He was always so pleasant and fun to work with. His wife, Laurel, has become a very close friend. Many condolences to his loved ones and many, many friends.

Jack was a great friend and a valued mentor. I have so many wonderful memories from my youth of backpack trips into the San Juan Wilderness with Jack, Steve and my father and fishing the lakes and streams of SW Colorado, numerous ski trips, the story of the floating boulders, becoming partners in the purchase of a townhouse, and always the endless stream of Aggie/Lobo jokes. Much of the success I may have achieved in my career is a result of the confidence Jack placed in me early on, and...

Yes! Steven Westman is a great guy! He does
so much for the neighborhood. My heart goes out to Steve for his great loss. We're lucky to have him living here in Albuquerque to continue Jack's legacy.

Rest in Peace Jack ! What a wonderful legacy you left in your work and projects but most importantly, your son Steven " Jeffrey " Westman, who has touched countless lives and continues to do so. We are all grateful that he will be your lasting legacy for which I'm certain you are most proud of.

As Jack's first cousin, I have many precious memories of time spent with Jack and his loving parents, Marjorie and John Westman, during his early years. As we matured, I looked up to him with admiration for his many accomplishments. He showed strength of character and trust in God in the raising of his son, and in business, especially when difficult decisions were to be made.
Along with his wife, we shared a love of animals. He spoke often of their dogs, their horses, the goats, the...

My condolences to Jack's friends and family. Jack and his wife were great friends.

Jack and I were friends and partners.

His unfailing pleasantness was always

evident. That is how I will remember him.

He was a good man. Will Knox