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Walter Westphal Obituary
1927 ~ 2017
Walter August Westphal was the second son born to Frederick A. and Paula Breitlander Westphal. They immigrated through Ellis Island in 1923 with his older brother Frederick Heinrich.
Walt graduated from Granite High School in 1944 and studied electronics at Carbon College. He served in the US Army as a Sergeant in the Korean War from 1949 to 1952. Walter was awarded the Korean Service Medal with a Bronze Star.
Following his service, he married his sweetheart Nancy A. Garfield. Together for 59 years they raised four children. Robin Westphal, Melanie Jensen (Terry), Tawna Cummins (Ric), and Wally Westphal. He'll also be missed by seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
He loved life and was engaged until the very end. He especially loved Sam's Club, Costco, and Home Depot. As he lost his eyesight, we spent many hours describing every item on every shelf and answering his many questions.
Walt was a hard worker who loved his job and only missed three days in his 38 years at Mountain Bell. Find another man who's done that! He was a happy man and was blessed with a peaceful passing while surrounded by his family.
Friends may meet with the family on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 East 1300 South, followed by a graveside service at 12:00 noon with Colorguard.
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June 19, 2017
I came across your dad's obituary and would like to extend my condolences. I knew your parents many (many!) years ago and they were kind to me when there was nothing in it for them. To me, that is a mark of true character. They were both honorable people. I remember your dad answering the phone at home, "It's your dime so start talking." Again, I am sorry for your loss.
Jeannine Harrell
Kent Anderson
June 18, 2017
A very good Telephone Man! A very good Family man!
June 17, 2017
Uncle Walt is what we called him, even though he was actually my mom's uncle. As a kid I always thought he looked like Jack Lalanne, he was always so fit and had perfectly groomed hair! So helpful, he'd act grumpy about doing a project for you but you knew he loved doing it. What a fine man, they don't make them like that anymore. Love to the family,
Brooke Haack
June 16, 2017
While a lot of time has gone by since we have been associated with your family, we enjoyed those time. Sorry for your loss. The Lasker Family, John and daughters Pat, Kathy and Deanna.
June 16, 2017
Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at HOSEA 13:14 L Ohio
Robert
June 16, 2017
My condolences to the family. May the assurance at Psalm 29:11 be comforting to you at this difficult time.
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