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Eric G. Westlund
1963 - 2026
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1963
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2026
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Eric Westlund Obituary
September 15, 1963 - March 29, 2026
Winchester, Kentucky - Eric G. Westlund, 62, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026 at his home in Lexington, Kentucky. He was born September 15, 1963 to Arnold and Kaaren Kohl Westlund in Gloucester, Massachusetts; He grew up in Winchester, Kentucky before moving to Lexington where he worked at Lowe's as a Flooring Associate. In his free time he liked to collect wrestling memorabilia and build model trains. He is survived by a daughter, Summer (Colby) Birkes, a brother Arnold (Lynn) Westlund III, sister Sherrill (Mike) Scheid, partner Sherria Hawkins, grandson Lincoln Luke Birkes and one granddaughter on the way. His service will be Friday April 3, 2026 at 6:00 pm at First Christian Church located at 24 E Hickman St, Winchester. A visitation will take place from 4:00pm until the hour of the service. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice in his name. The service will be conducted by Dr. Jerry Johns.
Rolan G. Taylor Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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