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Michael West Obituary
SIMPSONVILLE, SC - Michael Glenn West, 43, passed away at his home in Simpsonville, SC on June 14, 2016. Michael was born in Wilson, NC to William and Peggy West. He attended E.T. Beddingfield High School and proudly served as a US Navy veteran of Desert Storm and Somalia. He survived Stage 3 Colon Cancer at the age of 26. He received a bachelor's degree in Business Management from East Carolina University. Michael's career included Retail Banking Branch Manager for RBC Bank in Wilmington, NC until 2007, Regional Manager of Retail Operations for PNC Bank on the Outer Banks of NC from 2007-2013, and was presently Vice President of Retail Banking for Park Sterling Bank in South Carolina and Georgia.
Michael was preceded in death by a son, Michael Glenn West, Jr. and a miscarried infant, and an uncle, Gene Hayes. He is survived by his wife of nine years, Krista, and daughter, Avery Gracyn, 8 months. He is also survived by his parents William West of Dothan, Al. and Peggy West of Wilmington, NC; a sister, Cathy Price, and husband Donnie, of Myrtle Beach, SC; a brother, Bill West, of Wilmington, NC; cousin Teasie Starling, and husband Randy, of Garner, NC; nephew Tyler West of Charlotte, NC; niece Alex Loftin of Wilmington, NC; nephews Logan Loftin, Harrison West, and Colt West all of Wilmington, NC; niece Kenlyn West of Wilmington, NC; cousins Erin, David, Jimmy, Daniel, and Jen Starling of Garner, NC; father-and mother-in-law Bill & Tyresia French; sister-in-law Shannon Glisson, and husband Travis; and nephews Nathan and Grayon Glisson all of Greenville, NC; and an uncle, Albert Hayes and wife Brenda of Wilson, NC.
Funeral services will be held at Andrews Mortuary and Crematory on College Rd in Wilmington, NC on Saturday, June 18th beginning at 2pm. The service will be officiated by Rev. Gene Williams and Rev. Ben Hill.
The family will receive friends at the mortuary immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the American Heart Association or the Wounded Warriors Project.
Condolences to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
Andrews Valley Chapel Service.
As published in The Daily Reflector
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael West
Teresa Moore Babcock
June 10, 2022
Hard to believe it´s been almost 6 years. You´ve been on my mind lately. Miss you lots!!
Julie Patterson
June 23, 2016
Our prayers are with Michael's family and friends. He was my manager at Park Sterling Bank, a great mentor and friend.
Lori Boucher
June 22, 2016
So sorry about Michael, he was my manager here at Park Sterling Bank...he helped me with the loss of my husband last year...may god bless you Krista and your baby Avery.
Rebekah Vaughan
June 21, 2016
Beddingfield and ECU lost one of their best sons. Praying that God will grant peace and fortitude to all of Michael's friends and family.
Marvin Thorne
June 19, 2016
RIP Michael - Marvin Thorne - Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Marsha Pridgen
June 19, 2016
I worked with Mike at RBC Monkey Junction in Wilmington. He was the best manager I have ever worked with and we all loved him so much. Our prayers and sympathy to Krista and Avery.
Sincerely
Marsha Pridgen
June 18, 2016
Krista: Your "work family" cries with you, prays for you and your family to find peace.
Jackie Carron
June 18, 2016
Krista,
Thinking of you and Avery at this difficult time. Praying that all of you will find peace in days to come.
Shane Ferrell
June 18, 2016
I'm so sorry! Michael was a great person. I went to high school with him. He was friendly all the time. He will be missed!! He will be received with open arms in heaven!!
Angela White
June 18, 2016
So sorry for your loss. We will be praying for all of you.
Harvey Hess
June 17, 2016
Very sorry to hear of Michael's passing. A great guy and i always enjoyed seeing and talking to him. A great guy!
Rachel Gardner
June 17, 2016
Krista, I don't know Gods master plan but I do know God, the West/French family & the West/French friends all have their arms securely wrapped around you and Avery Grayson right now and will carry you through this difficult time. Take comfort in knowing Michael loved you so deeply and without a shadow of a doubt he is with Michael Jr and both their arms will securely carry you & Avery Grayson forever! ❤
Jacky&Janice Everette
June 17, 2016
Sorry for your lost.
larry Strickland
June 17, 2016
So sorry to hear about Michael..he was a good friend..he will truly be missed...God Bless
Barbara Lynn
June 17, 2016
Condolences and prayers to all of Michael's family. All my thoughts have been with Krista and Avery and entire French and Glisson family this week. Much love and God's healing for you all.
American Heart Association
June 17, 2016
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Tonya Jones Lewis
June 17, 2016
So sorry to hear this I went to high school with Michael. May God wrap his loving arms around his family and give them peace.
Barb Gardella
June 17, 2016
Krista and family we praying and sending hugs. Love you.Barbara and Bill Gardella
LeAnn Etheridge Pacheco
June 17, 2016
I am in shock to see someone taken so young. I went to Beddingfield with Michael. My condolences to his wife and beautiful baby and the entire family. May God comfort you in this time and keep you near Him.
June 17, 2016
To the family of Michael West - We were
so very sorry to hear of the passing of
Michael. We had only met Michael at the
wedding of Cathy and Donnie but enjoyed
some pleasant (and funny) conversations
with him. We hope you will find comfort
in knowing God is holding him in His hands. George & Betty Price
passing
Greg Rose
June 17, 2016
Michael, I am shocked and saddened. we had some great memories from our Navy days. I haven't seen you in years but was really looking forward to seeing you again soon and meeting your beautiful family. I will greatly miss our conversations about my Bearcats and your Pirates and Panthers. You have touched so many lives on this earth. You're a great man and I bet God is happy to have you home. I know he has a work for you to do in his kingdom. Please God send blessings to Michael's family. We don't know your will oh Lord but give us the courage and the strength to accept it because we're struggling with it right now. Goodbye my Navy brother. We will meet again someday.
Melodie Cartwright
June 17, 2016
So very sad to hear about Michael. He was such a great guy. My condolences to his family. He will sure be missed.
Tracy Porterfield
June 17, 2016
My sincere condolences with thoughtful prayers to the family. The last time I saw Michael there aren't any words to describe how happy he looked to be with Krista and Avery. It was a gift to me to see their joy. May God bring you strength and peace.
Jeremy and Jesica Calvert
June 17, 2016
Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to Michael's family.
Tony Dyer
June 17, 2016
I was very saddened to hear about Michael's passing. He was a wonderful person and I always enjoyed catching up and talking with him about each of our families. Paige & I send our thoughts and prayers to Michael's family, friends & colleagues.
Stephanie Huffman
June 17, 2016
My family and I will be praying for comfort during this time of loss. With sincere condolences.
Chris Smith
June 17, 2016
You and your family are in my prayers.
Daryle Marr
June 17, 2016
I hope that our Lord brings you and your family the much-needed peace during this time. My most sincere condolences.
Lauren Myers
June 17, 2016
May God bless you and your family at this time of sorrow. He was part of my Park Sterling Bank family.
Dionne Evans
June 17, 2016
To Michael's family.....I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Michael from Mrs. Chigarris's kindergarten class at Adams Elementary School. He was a such a sweet guy.
Dionne Evans, BHS '90
Robert Lewis
June 17, 2016
Remembering all of the great times. Great person and friend. Prayers to all.
Betty , Danny Lewis
June 17, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. Mike and our son have been great friends since high school. Mike will be greatly missed.
The family is in our thoughts and payers.
Betty and Danny Lewis (Robert Lewis's
parents)
Misty Richards
June 16, 2016
Sending condolences to you and your family. Michael was always full of laughter and joy and will be greatly missed.
Kenda Johnson
June 16, 2016
Sorry to hear the news of Michaels passing. May God be with you and your family. Gone to soon!!
Katina Ruffin
June 16, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Michael was such a sweet guy. Prayers for you and your family.
Beddingfield-'90
Tracey and Chris
June 16, 2016
We were blessed to have known Michael and will continue to hold Krista and Avery in our hearts and prayers.
Sherry Grimes
June 16, 2016
Praying for your family. Rest in Peace Michael.
Teresa Babcock
June 16, 2016
Krista I'm so sorry for your loss. Michael was such a good friend to everyone. So many memories of him at Speight Middle School and Beddingfield. I will be praying for you and Avery that God will comfort you both.
Sherri Jernigan
June 16, 2016
I'm heartbroken to hear about Michael! To his wife, daughter and family, please accept condolences and prayers from all of the Beddingfield High School friends.
Pam Wheeler
June 16, 2016
Haven't seen Michael in yrs., but, we went to school together & graduated,from BHS..Great guy!! Thoughts & Prayers going up ,for, his wife, kids, & family..May God give you all comfort & peace,at, this time & days to come..
Shirl Richardson
June 16, 2016
He was such a caring and sweet guy . I remember him from Beddingfield A real sweetheart So sorry for your loss God will hold you and keep you
Scott Braswell
June 16, 2016
Truly one of a kind in all the best ways and will be dearly missed by so many.
Deborah Lee
June 16, 2016
Michael was a dear friend and will be truly missed. May God comfort Krista and Avery.
Gary Strickland
June 16, 2016
True friend, loving husband, and great father. Special man
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