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Ann Westfall Obituary

Westfall, Ann M. COLONIE Ann M. Westfall, 76, of Colonie, passed away on Sunday April 3, 2011 at her residence, with her family by her side. She was born in Jersey Shore, Pa., and was the daughter of the late Bernie and Coleta Schmahl. Ann was a 1951 graduate of Vincen-tian Institute. She was a manager with RL Polk Company for 22 years, and had worked more recently with New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. Ann was the former president of the South Colonie PTA. She was very active and a former officer with several South Colonie youth organizations. She was predeceased in 1992 by her husband Ronald Westfall. Ann is the beloved mother of Peter K. (Julie) Westfall, Wendy A. Skotarczak, Bonnie M. (Bob) Lewellyn, Michael W. Westfall, William A. (Patricia) Westfall, Ronald G. (Christy) Westfall and Bridgett M. (Edward) Meisner. Ann is the longtime dear friend of Beatrice Flood. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday morning, at 9 a.m. at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd. Colonie. Calling hours will be Thursday, from 4 to 8 p.m., at the funeral home. Interment will be in Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to South Colonie Dollars for Scholars, Milton Flood Scholarship, PO Box 12413, Albany, NY 12212-2413 in memory of Ann Westfall. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.newcomeralbany.com.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Apr. 5, 2011.

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Patty Light

April 12, 2011

My sympathy to Ann's family and friends, what a great, fun lady, and friend to all, she will be missed.

Anita Germano

April 9, 2011

To the Westfall family, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember your mother as a funny, kind and happy lady who was always helpful to others. You have a strong family. I pray that strong family bond along with your good memories of your mother will bring you comfort during this time.

maggie lanahan

April 8, 2011

Dear Bridgette,Ed,Ron, Ronnie, Christina and all of the Westfall Family, - I am very sorry to learn of the loss of your Mom, Ann, please accept my condolences.

Jim Bollacker

April 8, 2011

Bridgette and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jim and Cara

Jean Koehler

April 8, 2011

Dear Pete, I was sorry to hear about your mother's passing. I have fond memories of you and Steve and your staying over at our house. Please accept my condolences, as my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joanne Clow

April 7, 2011

To all of Ann's family, I am so sorry for your loss of Ann. I was one of her Capitaland Star drivers. I was very saddend by the news of Ann's passing! She was a very sweet customer and I will remember her always.

Chris and Lisa Weaver

April 7, 2011

Bill and Family,
We were truly saddened to hear of the loss of your Mom. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all..

Amy Guillaume

April 7, 2011

Bridgett and the rest of the Westfall Family,
I was so sad to hear about your Mom. She was like a second Mom to me growing up. She was an amazing woman. You are in my thoughts! Love you

Alma (Haagner) Brustle

April 7, 2011

Bridgett & the rest of the Westfall family,

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. I have great memories of our time on Furlong Dr. Your mother was a wonderful neighbor to us all. May the memories you cherish bring you peace and comfort.

Joan & Ken Klingbeil

April 7, 2011

To Bill, Ronnie and Bridget and all the other Westfall kids we didn't know as well we extend our deepest sympathies.

We will always remember the great times at the ball fields and the Road Trips when our kids and Ann & Ron's were playing in tournaments.

Those are great memories and always bring a pleasant thought to mind when we recall them.

Both your Mom & Dad will always be in our thoughts and prayers.

All The Klingbeil Family

Gina Martin

April 6, 2011

Dear Ron, Christy, & Ronnie- We are so sorry to hear of your mom's (and grandmother's) passing. I remember her as being a lovely and kind woman. We will keep your family in our prayers. Love you, Gina, Dan, Nick & Natalie

Brian Long

April 6, 2011

To the Westfall Family,

We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. As you know, she has filled your hearts with all the love she could, and now you can pass along the memories and her love to each other.

Brian,Sue and Conner Long

Annette (Mischitelli) Thorpe

April 6, 2011

To the Westfall Family: Please know how much your mom will be missed. The memories of years gone by are precious and will be kept close to our hearts.

The Mischitelli Family

Deana

April 6, 2011

To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die -
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, now and always.

Dave deMoulpied

April 6, 2011

Bill,
I'm very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Therien Family

April 6, 2011

Sorry for your loss, our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Times I will never forget.

Dawn Butler (Van Denburg)

April 6, 2011

Bridgett, I would like to express my deep and heartfelt sympathy over the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Patricia Finn Sears

April 6, 2011

Ron and Chrissy,
So sorry for the loss of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Joan Di Cioccio

April 5, 2011

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your mother/grandmother. Make you find some comfort in the beautiful memories you have of her. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Lorayne Traina

April 5, 2011

To Ron, Christy and family.
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Kimberly Lawyer (Molitor)

April 5, 2011

Words can never express the sympathy that we give out to a family who has lost a loved one. May the memories of your mother comfort you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Caprice Rossignol

April 5, 2011

I am sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Sheila Walsh Vadney

April 5, 2011

To the entire Westfall family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers at your time of sorrow.

Sheila Walsh Vadney

Sally Ann Brienza-Carroll

April 5, 2011

You will be missed Mama. Only knew you for a short time but sure loved you.
Our deepest sympathy to Mike, Bridgett and family Love Sally, Joe and Jer

Ronnie Berben

April 5, 2011

Bridgett,
I am sorry for your loss.

Jacki Moon

April 5, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

April 5, 2011

Peter, Michael,Ronnie and Bridgett, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Ann was a wonderful person and friend to all us Colonie kids.
Pat and Lisha Pinto

Heather & Kevin Murray

April 5, 2011

Our deepest condolences go out to the entire Westfall family. Your mom was such a wonderful woman with a warm and inviting smile. While there are no words to ease your pain. we hope the love and support of family and friends will help carry you through. It is said that we never lose the people we love, even in death. They continue to impact every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. Your mom has left so many imprints , she will be remembered by many and never forgotten.
All our love,
Kevin, Heather, Taylor, Stone, Sage & Tessla Murray xo xo xo xo xo xo

April 5, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers to the Westfall family on your loss. memories last a life time~ Bob,Mary.Michael,Jared. Neet ( Colonie, NY)

Mary Kay Fenner

April 5, 2011

My heart goes out to all of you. Mrs. Westfall was one of the kindest friends that my mother had. She was the first person at our house after our mom died just to sit with us. I love this picture of her. This is how I will always remeber her with that great smile, always finding the humor in any situation. Always Happy to see people. God Bless.

Jeanrae Walton-Benoit

April 5, 2011

Michael, Ronnie and Bridgett, May the Lord wrap his mighty arms around you and keep you strong in your grief. Your mother is at peace and you will meet again someday...my prayers are with each of you and your families.

Jennifer Penny

April 5, 2011

Ron & Bridgett,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lorraine Mattice

April 5, 2011

Ron & family ,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your in my thoughts and prayers.My heart goes out to you all.

Jason Gagnon

April 5, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Famlies can be together forever...

Lisa Fenner-Petramale

April 5, 2011

My prayers and thoughts go out to all of you I am so sorry for your loss, Mrs. Westfall was a huge part of my childhood and I will remember her as was a wonderfully warm and funny person. I am glad to know that my Mother again has her very good friend by her side.

Katerina Klevitch

April 5, 2011

My condolences to you and your family in your grief at the loss of your mother. My thoughts are with you now, and in the days to come.

Bill Shatraw

April 5, 2011

I am so very sorry for your loss. Mrs Westfall was a wonderful woman who always treated me like one of her own. I have great memories of her and will always think of her with love and respect.

Christy Westfall

April 5, 2011

I cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. May all of those wonderful cherished memories help you through. I love you all. Annie, may you rest in peace. I love you

Carol Fenner/Colamarco

April 5, 2011

To all of you ....I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs Westfall was such a great woman...My Mom always loved her. My Prayers are with all of you.

Bonnie & Lynn Wacksman

April 5, 2011

Bonnie,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom.May you cherish all your memories you had with her. Annie is in peace now.

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