Jack Donald Westbye

Jack was like a father to me there's not a day that goes by he is not remembered. Happy Heavenly Birthday We love n miss you dearly.

I served with Jack on Truxtun and found him to be an amazing man. I saw him leave the quarterdeck for the last time when he got out and even remember a skiing trip to Crystal Mountain with him and many others on Truxtun. I remember his advice as he was an avid skiier; "you'll be fine..." and I wasn't so sure being I was a novice level skier for sure. I'm so sad to know he has passed and though I could share some good stories from the berthing barge when we were in ship's overhaul, I'll forgo them here as they're just hilarious and not appropriate as a tribute. he was a quality soul and it was my pleasure to know him. Fair winds and following seas, Jack. R.I.P.

EW1, 1973-1979

My friend Jack from uss truxton was my ski instructor in Washington. Rest in peace my friend

Ski those slopes, ride those roads, until we meet again uncle Jack.

You were an amazing man. I am greatful to have been like a daughter to you and part of your life. I'll forever miss you. Rest in Paradise Dad.

Sorry to heat about Jack. I'm an old Navy buddy (Cruiser). We had some good times back in the 70's. He was a force among us all. Love. Send me an email Nick and I'll send the full pic and I hope better quality.

You will be missed, Thank you for allowing me the blessing of knowing you and may God comfort all the sparrows of your absence