Carol Sue Westfall

Carol Sue Westfall obituary

Carol Sue Westfall

Carol Westfall Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Elliott Mortuary & Crematory - Hutchinson on Sep. 30, 2025.

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It is with great love and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carol Sue Westfall, 84. She died as a result of an auto accident on September 26, 2025. Carol was born August 2, 1941, in Hutchinson, KS to Tommy Powell and Francis Powell Zimmerman. Her father passed away when she was a child.

Carol married Tom Westfall on May 5, 1965, in Wichita. Together they owned and ran Graphic Impressions in Hutchinson, KS. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Her greatest joy was being surrounded by the people she loved the most and attending her grandchildren's different activities and events. Those who knew her will remember her generosity and her giving spirit. She always had a gift for everyone.

Carol is survived by: husband, Tom Westfall; sons Jeff Westfall (Heather), Ryan Westfall (Autumn); grandchildren, Brandi Koch (Jimmy), Kaitlyn Marks (Tyler), Lauren Stade (Brenden),

Tyler and Fletcher Westfall; great-grandchildren, Max and Cody Koch, Hayden Marks, and two other granddaughters; nephew, Todd Christian (Pam); great-niece, Ali Arts (Silas) and great-nephew, Ian Christian.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; brothers, Thomas and Harrell Powell; and sister, Doris Christian.

Services will be held at a later date. Friends may sign the book daily from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Salvation Army, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main St, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Elliott Mortuary & Crematory - Hutchinson

1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501

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