James “Jim” Westover

This is the obituary that SHOULD have been published. Thank you. Suddenly after a short illness on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024, Jim Westover passed away at home in his 79th year. Beloved husband and best friend of Joanne Westover for 41 years. Dear father to Elly(Bryan), Jake(Katherine), Dwight(Emma, step-father of Tammy (Terry) and proud grandfather of 11 grandchildren. Daniel, Aaron, Kaitlyn, Chassiti, Michelle, Nicole, Spencer,Abigail, Jack, Kate and Dallas. Proud great grandfather to Maeva, Lewis & Elliana. Predeceased by his brother Steve and fondly remembered by his siblings Gary, Lois, Murray, Wendell. Jim retired after a very successful career as a building supply salesman in London, Ontario. A funeral service will take place on Monday, February 26th, 2024 at 10 am at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North. For those who are unable to attend the funeral service, a livestream will be available. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim’s memory can be made to the McCormick Care Foundation – Day Program.

Jo-Anne, Jim truly was the love of your life and you the love of his life. I am sorry for the loss you must feel, but I hope soon you may be able to recall with joy in your heart, the many years of beautiful memories you have made together. May Jim rest in peace and may you be comforted by your memories and the knowledge of the love you had for one another. Tammy, Terry and Dallas, I am sorry for your loss. May you all smile as you bring to mind memories of Jim throughout the years. To other friends and loved ones, I am sorry for your loss. God bless and keep you, love Dorothy

I recall being a small child when I realized my brother Jim had a musical gift. He didn’t know how to read music but could play the piano beautifully . Later on, he taught himself to play the guitar and we were privileged to enjoy his beautiful music, all played by ear. I recall also his talent in selling kitchens and he helped me plan and install my first kitchen. I am sorry to say we didn’t see as much of each other these last years but I know he appreciated his family as much as we appreciated him. I feel certain he is at peace now.

Joanne and family, Our thoughts are with you. The wonderful memories I have of my brother have been in my mind so much. I only wish I would have called him more. I know he was happy and I know he is in an even better state now. This gives me peace.