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Jack and Nancy Westford have owned and operated
Westford Funeral Home since 1975, when they purchased the
business from his parents, John and Veronica Westford.
Jack, a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer, was born and
raised in Bellingham, graduated from San Francisco
College of Mortuary Science, served in the military,
then returned to Bellingham to work in the family business.
After graduating from WWU, Nancy taught school, then changed
careers to work in funeral service with Jack. As a husband
and wife team, Jack and Nancy have also raised three children
and continue to be involved in their church, veterans’,
and community service activities.
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Rob Westford son of Jack and Nancy, is
General Manager and a licensed Funeral Director
and Family Service Counselor. Rob graduated
from the University of Washington in 1997 with
a degree in Business and worked for 5 years in
software development in Seattle. In 2002 he
returned to Bellingham and is currently buying
the family business. Rob is a member of the
Rotary Club of Bellingham, serves on the Elder
Service Providers board, and is active in his
church. As an Eagle Scout, Rob continues to volunteer
with the local Boy Scout Council.
Rob is also a Certified Celebrant and
is trained to create and direct “Life-Centered”
services, which combine personalized music,
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Greg Brethour, a Bellingham native, is our
pre-planning expert. Greg graduated from WWU with
a degree in Business and is a licensed Family Service
Counselor. He served four years in the U.S. Air Force
and three years in the Washington Air National Guard.
His wife Ursula works for the Bellingham School District
and they have two great kids. Greg is active in the
American Legion, Whatcom County Council on Aging,
Bellingham Senior Center and his church. Greg can assist
your family in understanding the benefits of planning
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Michael Galaviz lives in Sudden Valley with his wife Aine Morris
of Dublin, Ireland and their three sons, James and Joseph who
attend Geneva Elementary School and Joshua who attends Assumption
Catholic Pre-School. Mike is a graduate of Cypress College and has
over 20 years experience in the funeral service.
Prior to joining Westford’s, he was Vice-President of Bonney-Watson
Funeral Homes in Seattle. Mike is a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer
and Family Service Counselor and serves on the WA State Board of
Funeral Directors and Embalmers. Mike has volunteered and served
in leadership positions with the Lions Club and Rotary Club.
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Stephanie Busch, Office Manager, was raised
in Spokane and graduated from Gonzaga University with
a degree in Business Administration, concentrating in
Accounting. Stephanie knows and understands the needs
of the families we serve and has many years of customer
service experience. In addition to her work at the funeral
home, she is also the manager of the Broadway Hall and
can help families plan their special events.
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Ed Wahl was born in Bellingham, graduated from WWU in Economics
and received his masters degree from UCLA. Ed is a U.S. Army Veteran.
Prior to joining Westford Funeral Home, Ed had experience as a hospital
administrator and as President of Bonney-Watson Funeral Homes in Seattle.
As a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer, Ed’s years of experience and
professional dedication are a great benefit to the families he serves.
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Veronica Westford is currently a “snowbird” spending winters in Palm
Springs, CA, and the rest of the year in Bellingham. She and husband John
E. Westford were co-founders of Westford Funeral Home (formerly Homer Mark
Mortuary). While working at the funeral home, husband Johnny was Mayor of
Bellingham from 1956-1965. John died in 1991. Veronica was born in Mohall,
ND, worked as a Registered Nurse, and raised five children. Veronica enjoys
spending time with her family, playing bridge, needlework and walking.
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Linda Haddon is our on-staff Certified Life Celebrant.
Many Whatcom County families do not have a pastor or attend
church regularly. Linda’s “life-centered” approach includes
an in-depth family meeting where she learns about the deceased
and presents unique ceremony ideas. As a professional, she
creates a comprehensive “life-story” and combines unique elements
of music and audience participation. The services may be spiritual,
“life-centered,” or a combination of both. Linda is a true gift to
Funeral Service, and we have had very positive reviews from our
families and service attendees. |
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