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1927
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2017
CHARLES WESTMORELAND Obituary
Charles Westmoreland, 89, of Westmoreland Ranch, 3 1/2 miles northwest of Seeley passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2017. He was born November 26, 1927 in El Centro and later married Alexa Westmoreland on June 22, 1952 in Colton, CA. Charles was a lifelong farmer and valley resident. Charlie, as everyone knew him, loved his family, his friends, farming, Imperial Valley and Goldwater. Charlie attended Lantana School; graduated from Central High in 1946. Served in US Army in Korea in 1947, as Farm Bureau president in 1976, and on the Imperial Unified School District School Board in the 1980's. He is survived by his wife, Alexa Westmoreland; children, Sally Westmoreland (Carlos Hernandez) of Independence, CA, Mary (Dan) Manseau of Portland, OR Vicki (David) Schille of Bothell, WA, Doug (Elena) Westmoreland of Imperial, CA and 8 grandchildren. Memorial service will be held on Monday, September 11, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, El Centro and will be officiated by Jeff Hudelson. This family suggests memorials to: Cure Alzheimer's Fund, 34 Washington Street, Suite 200, Wellesley Hills, MA 02481. http://www.curealz.org/.
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R. Duarte
September 13, 2017
I remember this man almost everyday for years when I'd pass on that turn to or from work. I finally figured out that he was out on walks with his golden retriever. He recognized my car everytime and waved a, "hello" while he walked steadily through his acreage.
Something about the simplicity, the old restored tractor on that curve, the Cowboy hat, his dog and hay bales and mostly his smile that you could see from far away.
Sometimes I wondered if I could catch or see him out there walking. Some day, I hope. I wish I would have stopped just to say "hello" & hear some stories maybe.
Jesus Rodriguez
September 11, 2017
Our deepest condolences..
Familia Rodriguez.. Seeley Ca.
Dad knew him for years from Kuhn Hay..
Glenda McLaughlin
September 10, 2017
Vicki and family, so sorry to read about your dad's passing. You r all in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty Schmidt
September 7, 2017
I remember Charlie being such a good friend to my father, Russell Brodbeck, and our family. He had a wonderful smile and a great wit. I have many fond memories of being in the Westmoreland home during my young years. So thankful to have had their family close to ours.
Karen McKenna
September 6, 2017
Whenever I think of Uncle Charles, I see a smile on his face and a hat on his head. When his midwestern relatives (my family) came to visit, he gave tours of the ranch, and he was an awesome and entertaining tour guide. He always got us laughing in delight and disbelief!
I will forever picture him outside, checking out the ranch and glorying in its place in the world. He lived a long and good life and his transition will leave a large hole in many people's lives. May memories of his large personality comfort his wife, children, and grandchild during this time of transition.
September 6, 2017
I remember Charlie well and respected him as a good farmer and also enjoyed serving on the board of the local Farm Bureau during the No on 14 Campaign, he will be missed by those still involved in the agricultural industry.
Larry Haskell
Sparks, NV
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