Our Staff
Rob Westford
Owner / Funeral Director
Rob graduated from Bellingham High School in 1993 and the University of Washington in 1997 with a BA in Business Administration. A third-generation owner/funeral director, Rob followed the path of his grandfather John and his father Jack. He has owned and operated Westford since 2005. Rob believes there is always a better way to serve families and is continually looking for thoughtful ways to improve every aspect of the funeral experience. He is a member of the Rotary Club, Elder Service Providers, the local Cub Scout Pack, and is active in his church. Rob and his wife Rianna have three young children and a Labrador Retriever, Archie. He enjoys sharing his passion for adventure and the outdoors with his young family, including camping and hiking, snow skiing, water skiing, kayaking, boating, and road trips. As he tells his kids, “Always go out. That’s where the fun is.”
Rob Westford
Owner / Funeral Director
Rob graduated from Bellingham High School in 1993 and the University of Washington in 1997 with a BA in Business Administration. A third-generation owner/funeral director, Rob followed the path of his grandfather John and his father Jack. He has owned and operated Westford since 2005. Rob believes there is always a better way to serve families and is continually looking for thoughtful ways to improve every aspect of the funeral experience. He is a member of the Rotary Club, Elder Service Providers, the local Cub Scout Pack, and is active in his church. Rob and his wife Rianna have three young children and a Labrador Retriever, Archie. He enjoys sharing his passion for adventure and the outdoors with his young family, including camping and hiking, snow skiing, water skiing, kayaking, boating, and road trips. As he tells his kids, “Always go out. That’s where the fun is.”
Ally Tippery
Funeral Director
Ally was raised in Whatcom County and is the third of seven children. She graduated from Mount Hood Community College in 2011 with a degree in Mortuary Science and is grateful to serve families in the community she proudly calls home.
Ally is especially known for her ability to build genuine, meaningful relationships with people from all walks of life. Her warm personality, compassionate heart, and attentive approach help families feel comfortable, supported, and understood during life’s most difficult moments.
Ally and her husband, Joe, enjoy spending time in the great outdoors, taking road trips, cooking, playing board games, and making memories with friends and family.
Ally Tippery
Funeral Director
Ally was raised in Whatcom County and is the third of seven children. She graduated from Mount Hood Community College in 2011 with a degree in Mortuary Science and is grateful to serve families in the community she proudly calls home.
Ally is especially known for her ability to build genuine, meaningful relationships with people from all walks of life. Her warm personality, compassionate heart, and attentive approach help families feel comfortable, supported, and understood during life’s most difficult moments.
Ally and her husband, Joe, enjoy spending time in the great outdoors, taking road trips, cooking, playing board games, and making memories with friends and family.
April Morehouse
Intern Funeral Director
April was raised in Marysville, Washington, and moved to Whatcom County in 2008. She is honored to assist families in our community and guide them through difficult times.
Families appreciate April’s warmth, compassion, and ability to truly listen and connect in a meaningful way. In today’s fast-paced world, she believes it is important for families to feel heard, supported, and cared for during moments of loss. Her calm and thoughtful demeanor helps create a comforting experience for every family she serves.
April and her husband, Jake, enjoy spending time with family and friends and experiencing all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer.
April Morehouse
Intern Funeral Director
April was raised in Marysville, Washington, and moved to Whatcom County in 2008. She is honored to assist families in our community and guide them through difficult times.
Families appreciate April’s warmth, compassion, and ability to truly listen and connect in a meaningful way. In today’s fast-paced world, she believes it is important for families to feel heard, supported, and cared for during moments of loss. Her calm and thoughtful demeanor helps create a comforting experience for every family she serves.
April and her husband, Jake, enjoy spending time with family and friends and experiencing all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer.
Paul Spinelli
Funeral Director
Raised in Kitsap County, Paul graduated from high school there and met his wife, Vicki. Paul earned his Mortuary Science degree in 1978 and moved to Bellingham, where he worked with Moles for more than 35 years, much of that time serving as manager in Bellingham. He joined Westford in 2014. With decades of experience in funeral service, Paul brings a calm, thoughtful presence and a deep commitment to serving families with kindness and care. Families value Paul’s experience, gentle demeanor, and steady guidance during some of life’s most emotional moments. Paul enjoys beekeeping, gardening, reading, and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He is an active member of Faith Lutheran Church.
Paul Spinelli
Funeral Director
Raised in Kitsap County, Paul graduated from high school there and met his wife, Vicki. Paul earned his Mortuary Science degree in 1978 and moved to Bellingham, where he worked with Moles for more than 35 years, much of that time serving as manager in Bellingham. He joined Westford in 2014. With decades of experience in funeral service, Paul brings a calm, thoughtful presence and a deep commitment to serving families with kindness and care. Families value Paul’s experience, gentle demeanor, and steady guidance during some of life’s most emotional moments. Paul enjoys beekeeping, gardening, reading, and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He is an active member of Faith Lutheran Church.
Dennis Lytle
Funeral Director
Dennis is a 1982 graduate of Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science and has lived in Whatcom County since 1988. He is an auxiliary life member of VFW Post #9301 and served as a member of its funeral honor guard. For decades, Dennis has helped families throughout Whatcom County with professionalism, compassion, and careful attention to detail. In addition to beekeeping and kayaking, Dennis enjoys reading as well as traveling with his wife Daravan.
Dennis Lytle
Funeral Director
Dennis is a 1982 graduate of Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science and has lived in Whatcom County since 1988. He is an auxiliary life member of VFW Post #9301 and served as a member of its funeral honor guard. For decades, Dennis has helped families throughout Whatcom County with professionalism, compassion, and careful attention to detail. In addition to beekeeping and kayaking, Dennis enjoys reading as well as traveling with his wife Daravan.
Andy Donahue
Celebrant
Andy was raised in Seattle, Washington, and moved to Bellingham to attend
Western Washington University, where he earned both his bachelor’s and
master’s degrees in education. He began his teaching career at Bellingham
High School in 1990 and spent 32 years in education, including 10 years
teaching internationally in Singapore and Tunisia.
After retiring from education, Andy chose to pursue other interests and
opportunities to serve others. He is active in his church and enjoys
spending time with family and friends, as well as his golden retriever,
Chip.
As a Life Celebrant, Andy takes the time to listen to each family and learn
about the life of the person they are remembering. He works closely with
families to create meaningful, personal services that honor and celebrate
their loved one in a genuine and heartfelt way.
Andy Donahue
Celebrant
Andy was raised in Seattle, Washington, and moved to Bellingham to attend
Western Washington University, where he earned both his bachelor’s and
master’s degrees in education. He began his teaching career at Bellingham
High School in 1990 and spent 32 years in education, including 10 years
teaching internationally in Singapore and Tunisia.
After retiring from education, Andy chose to pursue other interests and
opportunities to serve others. He is active in his church and enjoys
spending time with family and friends, as well as his golden retriever,
Chip.
As a Life Celebrant, Andy takes the time to listen to each family and learn
about the life of the person they are remembering. He works closely with
families to create meaningful, personal services that honor and celebrate
their loved one in a genuine and heartfelt way.