Maurice M. Westerdale

Maurice McClellan Westerdale (Maury) was born on September 2, 1935 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Maurice and Selma Westerdale. He passed away on March 20, 2025 at his home in Las Vegas, Nevada where he spent his winters. He was 89 years old. 

After attending the University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Maury began his successful career in Management at Ford Motor Company until his retirement in 1991. His most defining achievements came after his retirement when he founded On The Move, Inc., a national truck leasing company. 

Beyond his accomplishments, Maury lived life to the fullest. He enjoyed golf, playing cards and spending time on the water with family and friends. 

Maury is survived by his devoted wife of 67 years, Carole Westerdale. He was the proud father of daughters; Sheryl Westerdale (Paul Maise) and Susan Parra (Billy). He was the loving grandfather of Nicole Herman (Joe), Carole Stratte (Bobby), Joseph Lounsbury (Lisa) and Jacquelyn Nash. Maury was also the loving great-grandfather of Luke, Colin, Rubie, Tristan, Maxwell, Brandon, Peyton and Hannah. 

He is also survived by his brother Paul Westerdale,  sisters Carol Westerdale and Sue McKaig, the late Richard Westerdale and Mary Ann White as well as many nieces and nephews. 

Maury's Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 4th at the Dearborn Location of the Howe-Peterson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 22546 Michigan Ave., 48124. Visitation will be Thursday from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Entombment St. Hedwig Cemetery.