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Dean Westhoff Obituary
NORTHBRIDGE - Dean E. Westhoff, 47, of Whitinsville, died unexpectedly at his home on Sun., Nov. 18, 2012. He was the husband of Tammy (Woloski) Westhoff.
Dean was a loving, caring, kind husband, father, and friend. He always had a warm welcoming smile that lit up his face. He enjoyed being with his family above all things and will be sadly missed by all who love him.
In addition to his wife of 19 years, he leaves four children, Amber, Dean Jr., Shelby, and Derek Westhoff, all of Whitinsville; his father, Bernard Westhoff of Parsons, KS; four brothers, BJ and Mike Westhoff of OK, and Ren and Frank Westhoff of KS; two sisters, Vallie Addis and Theresa Cameron of KS; and several nieces and nephews. He was also the son of the late Lois (Miller) Westhoff and the son-in-law of Tom and Marie Woloski of Upton and Kathy Goyette of Bourne.
Born in Parsons, KS, he served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1986 to 1989, earning the rank of Sergeant and an Army Achievement Medal and Parachutist Badge, among other decorations. He had lived in Grafton before coming to Whitinsville 13 years ago.
Funeral services will be held Sat., Nov. 24, from the Williams-Pedersen Funeral Home, 45 Main St., Upton, with a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Gabriel the Archangel Church, 151 Mendon St., Upton. Burial will follow in Lakeview Cemetery, North Main St., Upton.
Calling hours at the funeral home are Fri. from 5 to 8 p.m.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Dean Westhoff Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o UniBank, 49 Church St., Whitinsville, MA 01588.
www.uptonfunerals.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Dean Westhoff
Mayra and Rayanne
December 20, 2012
i am very sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to the Westhoff family. We love you guys <3
December 3, 2012
i did sign this book tammy to let you know i always have and l aways will love you, your strong and have a lot of loving support. why my signing didnt show here i dont know, but to you hunny, know my deepest love is with you ,,,always. dimpy
Sherri Underhill
November 29, 2012
Tammy,
My heart goes out to you & your family. I am so sorry & hope that memories of good times and the strength & love of family and friends are a comfort to you. Sending love and prayers,
Amy Graff
November 28, 2012
Tammy, My heartfelt condolances at the loss of your loving husband, Dean. I was shocked tonight and my thoughts and love go out to you and your children. I hope you know that you have many friends you can lean on when and if you need a shoulder. Even a rock is supported by something.
Thinking of you.
Fondly,
Rich and Aleta Masterson
November 27, 2012
Dear Tammy,
We just learned of Dean's passing, we are so sorry, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything at all we can do for you.
November 26, 2012
TAMMY, AMBER, DEAN, SHELBY, DERICK
I WISH THERE WAS SOMETHING I COULD DO TO TAKE AWAY YOUR PAIN, I LOVE YOU GUYS SO MUCH, TAMMY YOUR MY LIL SIS AND FOR ALL THESE YEARS I TOOK ADVANTAGE OF THAT, YOU AND YOU FAMILY CARRIED ME IN A TIME OF NEED, PLEASE LET ME HELP YOU AND KNOW THAT I AM HEAR FOR YOU IN YOUR TIME OF PAIN I WILL ALWAYS FOREVER LOVE YOU AND WILL NEVER FORGET HOW YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HELPED ME HEAL. I LOVE YOU AND WE ALL HAVE EACH OTHER.
LOVE YOUR
~ SISTER KERRIE
Debbie Quinama
November 26, 2012
Tammy and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you through these times. I know what a strong woman you are Tammy, and I know that you will be a rock for your children. God bless you all and I pray that Dean is comforted in heaven.
Lisa Woloski
November 25, 2012
Tammy and kids,
I am so happy to have known Dean. I loved that he was such a great, kind person. I loved being at your wedding....giving you 4 beautiful children, and knowing he WAS your rock.
Tammy, he'll always be with you......in your heart!! Love your fav cuz,
Lisa
David Martin
November 25, 2012
Tammy,Amber,Dean Jr.,Shelby and Derek.A loss such as this will take some time to heal.You are in my thoughts.May God bless your family.
Jerry Neil Hunt
November 24, 2012
Jerry Neil Hunt
November 24, 2012
I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Dean for 6 years and he was always a pleasure to be with. He had a great sense of humor, love of music and was kind to all he came in contact with. You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers. The world will have an empty spot without Dean. Love to all...Stacie Partlow
November 24, 2012
Tammy, Amber, Dean, Shelby, Derek and all other family members, Dean was not only a great person he was a wonderful father who always put his children and family first. We all are better people for having him in our lives.
John and Tammie Hawie, Joanna, Tylor and Anthony
Melissa Shenian
November 24, 2012
Please know that I'm keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Christine Alex
November 23, 2012
Oh Tammy-I am shocked and a loss for words...
God bless you and the kids. You are in my prayers.
Sorry for your loss...
Greg Cameron
November 23, 2012
Tammy and the kids I am so sorry about your loss. If there is anything that Theresa and I can do don't hesitate in letting us know. Keep your faith it will help you thru this tough time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers...
November 23, 2012
Dear Tammy and family,
I was so sorry to hear about your husband's death. My heart is aching for you and know that all prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. They will get you through the heartache. May God bless you and yours.
Elaine Boucher
So. Grafton, MA.
Lori Frascolla
November 23, 2012
words cannot truly express. I am so very sorry and have had you and the kids in my thoughts. Sendinig you courage, strength, support and love.
Sonja Averett
November 23, 2012
Tammy, my heart aches for you and your childrens loss. MY SINCERE PRAYER IS THAT GOD WILL GIVE YOUR FAMILY PEACE WHERE THERE IS CONFUSION, LOVE WHERE THERE IS LOSS ,AND COMFORT WHERE THERE IS PAIN. GUARDIAN ANGELS SURROUND AND PROTECT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALWAYS. MAY GOD FOREVER BLESS YOU! LOVE THE AVERETT FAMILY.
Andrea Stump
November 23, 2012
Tammy and family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss but know that you will always have that guardian angel watching over you and may you find comfort in the memories of Dean to get you all through this very difficult time.
Markus Harrington
November 23, 2012
To Tammy and family, The shop had an eerie quietness an emptiness that wouldn't go away!!The pain we all carry for you was very evident!!You are loved by many and that was apparent by the saddness of all!We all know what's it's like to walk around with holes in our hearts!!You were missed this week and prayed for by all of us!!Be strong!! And know Dean is closer than you think!To feel him he honors you !! To hear his voice in the distance he honors you!We'll all remember Dean because he was a very loving and kind man!!
Mary Kalel
November 23, 2012
We are so very sorry for your loss. We both know where you're all at right now and no words can express our feelings for you. We're here for you, no matter what you need. Love and hugs to all of you. Mary and Ashley Kalel
Janine Sage
November 22, 2012
Tammy,
There are no words to express how truly sorry we are for your loss. We hope that god will give you the strength to get through this difficult time. May all the happy loving memories you had give you some peace and comfort in the days to come.
Pamela Arpin
November 22, 2012
Amber and family: I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. May he rest in peace. Sending prayers and wishing you peace. Ms. Arpin BVT
Jim and Teresa Borgione
November 22, 2012
Tom, Marie, and Tammy,
Though we only met Dean a few times, he left a good impression. We pray he is finally at peace and pray you will all find comfort in knowing that. You are all in our thoughts, especially throughout these holidays.
November 22, 2012
Tammy, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Bean
Tammy Westhoff
November 22, 2012
thank you for all your prayers and kind words. For our light might be dime,but for my rock i will remain strong to keep your light alive in our children's eyes. We may have let go of our hands but our hearts will always remain strong. Its not good bye cause one day we will be together again. Until then I will keep you alive:) YOUR THE LOVE OF MY LIFE love your wife
David Roddy
November 22, 2012
Tammy,
I am deeply saddened for you and the kids. Dean was a good man and I am grateful to have shared some time with him. My thoughts are with you and the kids.
November 22, 2012
Tammy, There are no words to convey how very sorry I am to hear about the loss of your beloved Dean. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids. If there is anything I can do please let me know! Love Marie Sturgis
Beth Maguire
November 22, 2012
Tammy,
It breaks my heart to learn of your loss. I am thinking of you and your children and wishing you all peace and comfort.
November 22, 2012
For all the heart warm prayers,we thank you. Though are light may be dim, for my rock i'll stay strong and keep that light alive in our children's eyes. until we meet again my true love hold my hand and that will keep me strong. I LOVE TO THE END. your wife:)
al capoccia
November 22, 2012
Sorry to hear of the passing. Al
November 22, 2012
To all of the Westhoff family,
We are so deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Dean. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May the Grace of God give you the strentgh you need at this time of sorrow.
Our deepest condolences,
Katie and Bill Stark
Dennis Bartelloni
November 22, 2012
Tammy and family. My deepest condolences for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Bruce Boone
November 21, 2012
Tammy and family,
I`m so sorry for your loss and our prayers go out to and your family. Very close and classmate of mine for many years.
Wendy Keymont
November 21, 2012
Life has not ended..it has just changed..My deepest sympathies to whomever loved Dean. He will really be therein spirit watching over you all...God Speed
karen Wrobel
November 21, 2012
Tammy ,
I am so sorry for your loss ,know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and with the holidays here I hope that you and your children can find some comfort in your cherished memories.
Joyce Cardin
November 21, 2012
Tammy and family, Sending condolences on the loss of your husband and father. May God give you all strength and courage in the coming days ahead. Joyce Cardin (Tracy's mom)
November 21, 2012
Tammy We are so sorry for you loss our hearts go out to you and the childdren. Dean was a wonderful man and father he will surely be missed
Tammy Gene Makenna Belhumeur and Alyssa Thompson
November 21, 2012
Tammy,
I just don't know what to say....i miss you and we'll truly miss Dean. Cannot Stop thinking about you and your children. Big hugs to you...
Cherell Woloski-Smith
November 21, 2012
There are no words to express the sorrow I am feeling of losing a wonderful brother in law. He was always there for me when I needed him. He was my sons god father and I never thought twice when I asked him to be. I will miss him terribly. I love my sister and her kids and we as a family will get through this difficult time.
carri Nash-Hildebrand
November 21, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss Dean was a childhood friend my thoughts are with your family
November 21, 2012
We Are very sorry for your loss.Dean
was a great man. he will be missed. your friends from the whitinsville medical ctr.
Jean Kucinskas
November 21, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your husband and father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jean Kucinskas (4th grade teacher)
November 21, 2012
Tammy:
My heart goes out to you and your children ... words don't really convey my sentiments. In my prayers ... Bonny Dattis
Darinda Daniels
November 21, 2012
Tammy, Amber, Dean Jr, Shelby, & Derek. I am very sorry for your lose.
Charlene Stelmach
November 21, 2012
Tammy, Amber, Dean Jr., Shelby, & Derek,
Our hearts break with sadness over the loss of a very special friend. We have so many wonderful memories of Dean and that is what we hold near and dear to our hearts. Know that you and your family are loved and we are here to help you through this difficult time.
All our love, hugs and kisses,
Charlene, Todd, Charlie, Will, & Anna
~Daoust Family
November 21, 2012
Tammy & Kids,
So very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Maria Fabbo
November 21, 2012
Tammy and family,
I am deeply sadded to hear about the loss of your husband Dean.
May the Grace of God be with you during this time of sorrow.
November 21, 2012
Tammy and kids,
Dean was a great friend and will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. I will never forget the memories we had together.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Sarah Escolas
Nancy Ramsdell
November 21, 2012
Tammy, Our hearts break for you and your family. Know we love you and send hugs your way. Len, Krystyanna and Nancy
Maureen(Mammie)and John Early and Family
November 21, 2012
We must all remember that Dean is at peace now and we must carry on and pray for Tammi and children that they may also find peace at this time We love you Dean and will miss you untill we meet again
November 21, 2012
Tammy, Shelby, and kids,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. Mrs. Riordan (gr. 4 teacher)
Becky Schofield
November 21, 2012
We are all so sorry for the loss of Dean, if you need anything we are just across the street!
Kelley Dunn
November 21, 2012
Westhoff Family,
Wishing you peace through this difficult time. Dean will live on in the hearts and memories of all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Since I began working at Incom 4 years ago I was challenged to "find another Dean" to add to the team. I never was able to achieve that feat!
Dean was one of a kind and a role model and a cherished friend to his co-workers!
May God Bless you all!
Lenny Ramsdell
November 21, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Tammy and the kids.
Krys Chunis
November 21, 2012
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. With our sincere condolences, the Chunis Family
November 21, 2012
Tammy and kids,
We are so sorry to hear about Dean. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark and Diane Kuindersma
The Kinahan Family
November 20, 2012
Dear Tammy and kids - we are so very sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Alyssa Clark (Shelby's classmate) and family
November 20, 2012
Tammy and kids, we are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May time heal your pain.
"Coach" Perron
November 20, 2012
I am very sorry for loss of such a great guy. He will be missed by so many!
Alyssa Clark (Shelby's classmate) and family
November 20, 2012
Tammy and kids, we are so sorry for your lose. Our hearts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May time heal your pain.
Sullivan Family
November 20, 2012
Keeping you and the children in our prayers.
Katie Roberts
November 20, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Westhoff family. My heat breaks at your loss. Rest easy Dean<3
The Marchant Family
November 20, 2012
Tammy & kids, we are so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine the hurt you're going through, we will be praying for your family during this difficult time. God bless you all.
Shaunna Wildman
November 20, 2012
Tammy, there are no words. Hugs to all of you. We are here if you need anything at all.
November 20, 2012
In loving memory
November 20, 2012
Tammy and family. We are very sorry for your loss. Dean was an incredible man and one hell of a character. He not only was a coworker but a friend who will be sadly missed.
God Bless,
Joel & Gina Warren
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