After a heroic battle with Cancer Cody in his 21st year passed away at home with his family by his side on Sunday, January 10, 2010. Cody leaves behind his loving parents, Calvin and Suzanne (Mair) Westlake of Kirkton and his three brothers, Sean and his friend Nicole Sharp, Spencer and Carter. Cody also leaves behind “an angel”, his special love, Kelley Nedza of Hensall. Cody will be dearly missed by his many aunts and uncles — Cathy and Bruce Forster, Donny Mair and Allison Barrett, Cindy and Ron Graham, Lorraine and Don O’Leary and Sandra and Steve Meyers all of London; Barbara and Grant Melnick, Brantford; Cheryl and Jim Cornish, Dorchester and Rosemary Mair and friend Sherri Pickering of Ailsa Craig; Grant and Doris Westlake, Noel Westlake, Milo Westlake and friend Ivy Price, Rosemarie Westlake, Floyd Westlake, Mary Westlake, Linda and Wayne Clipperton all of Exeter; Mable and Lloyd Glanville, Brussels, Harold and Ruth Westlake, Dashwood and Josephine and Larry Windsor, Wyoming. Predeceased by Uncle Walter Westlake and Aunt Hilda Westlake of Exeter. Cody will also by missed by his many cousins and special family friends who helped him through his journey these past 18 months. He was predeceased by grandparents Harold and Margaret Mair, London; William and Eileen Westlake, Exeter and Great Gramma Maude Singleton of London.
Cody is a graduate of South Huron District High School in Exeter. He was his happiest when he was surrounded by his wonderful friends who will miss his uplifting spirit and beautiful smile.
Cody received amazing care from Dr. Sanatani, Dr. Dar and Nurse Practitioner Sue Baker at the The London Regional Cancer Centre in London; Megan Ingram, Grace Bradish and the staff at St. Elizabeth Healthcare and also Dr. Davis and staff of Happy Valley Family Health Team in St. Marys.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, one west of Main, Exeter on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9PM. The funeral service will be held at Exeter United Church, 42 James St., Exeter on Wednesday, January 13th at 11AM with Nancy Wetselaar officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations to St. Elizabeth Healthcare or Angels Anonymous would be appreciated by the family. Condolences may be forwarded through www.haskettfh.com
Cody James Nathan Westlake
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Pete, Wendy, Adam and Kyle Case
So sorry to hear of Cody’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Pete, Wendy, Adam and Kyle
Debbie Tkaczuk
I was very sorry to hear that Cody has succumbed to his long fight with cancer. It is always difficult to lose a loved one but never more so than a child. My heart goes out to all of you.
John, Arlene (Johnson), Scott & Benjamin Berendsen
To the entire Westlake family…Although we do not know your family, we are touched by heartfelt saddness of hearing of another young person’s passing. Please take solace in knowing so many in our community are crying with all of you…Respectfully,
Morgan Family
Calvin, Suzanne Sean Spencer and Carter
We were sorry to hear about Cody… someone so special can never be forgotten
Thinking of you
With our Sincerest Sympathy
Scot, Leah Shawn & Steve Morgan
Bob & Judy Stuckless
Iam so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Bob & Judy Stuckless
catherine simmons
although we cannot be there, our family is thinking of you. We know how sad a time this is, and we hope that Cody is with our Drew. No words an express our sadness for you ,your family and all of Cody’s friends
Drew Hildebrands “Nana”,
Catherine Simmons
Tracy Mair-Schelken
Dear Suzanne and family,
Sorry that I could not make it to Lucan to see you in person to deliver my condolences. Your family has been very strong through the last little while and your memories of Cody will be kept alive forever. You are in the hearts and prayers of my girls and I.
Love Tracy
Ralph,Cathy, Jason & Jeremy Batten
Dear Calvin & Suzanne & Family~Sorry to hear of your loss of Cody. Our sincere condolences go out to all of you at this very difficult time. May you find comfort in the special memories of Cody that each & everyone of you have. Sorry we didn’t make it to the visitation however, our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this time. Take Care. You are a very strong Family.
Crystal Simmons- Drew's Mom
To the Westlake Family,
My heartfelt condolences in the loss of your wonderful boy.
The last time I saw Cody he was here at the house for what would have been Drew’s 17th birthday. Everyone was so happy he was able to make it athough it was difficult. I had a chance to sit and talk to him that night and have a great picure of the two of us. I will put it in Drew’s special box with all the things I cherish.
I couldn’t be there today but you’re all in my thoughts and prayers.
Erin & Mike
Our condolences to the westlake family, we said a little pray for you’s. Atleast hes in a better safe place and not suffering anymore.
Nelda & Maurice Oliver
Dear Suzanne & Calvin& Family;
Our deepest sympathy in the passing of your precious son Cody.
Maurice & I did not get to know you very well when we were your backyard neighbours in St.Marys. We were praying for Cody at Grace Community Church and will continue to keep you in our prayers that God will give you His strength in the days ahead.
Pam Gibbs (Johnson)
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time in your lives…..
Dave & Joanne Walzack
We are so sorry for your loss.
Tom & Julia Dickins & Family
Calvin, Suzanne, Sean, Spencer and Carter,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dawn Redmond
I am so sorry for your loss!!! My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time! Take care and God bless!!!!
Dawn Redmond
Greg, Brenda & Mike Dayman
To all the family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Mike was in a few classes with Cody during High School and said he was a great guy. Thinking of you.
Katherine and Rachel Turner
We send our love and condolences on Cody’s passing. Although we can’t be there, you are in our thoughts. We hope you are able to find some peace in the support of the people you love and the memories that you share.
Doug Morby
Sincerest condolences to your family.
Nelda & Maurice Oliver
Dear Suzanne & Calvin;
May we extend our deepest sympathy in the passing of your dear son Cody. We didn’t get to know you very well when you were our backyard neighbors in St.Marys, but we were praying for you at Grace Community Church, and will continue to pray for you and your family.
May God hold you in the palm of His Hand as you look to Him for strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Jeff, Sue & Jake Johnson
Suzanne, Calvin and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Cody. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Ron, Mary Lou, Corey, Tim and Ty Bilcke
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at such a sad time. It seems like just yesterday that Cody and Tim were together for all those years at Usborne Public School. Tim sends his condolences your family at this very sad time for you.
Geoff, Sonya, Riley and Jenna Hicks
To The Westlake Family and Kelley:
Our sincere condolences go out to all of you at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Debbie & Brian Hodgins
So sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May it help a little to know that Cody touched so many lives.
Diane MacGregor and Dave Pitchers
Our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brion, Sherry and Austin Penhale
Carter:
Our thoughts are with you and your family,
you will cherish the memories you have of your
brother.
Daryl Buchanan & Nancy Walsh
Calvin & Suzanne,
It saddened us to hear of your loss of Cody. Try to draw strength knowing he is at peace and in no more pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
BRONTE
you’ve made a huge impact on us all, even to those who didn’t get the chance to know you well, we are all thinking of you,
you sure lived your life to it’s fullest and your strength has inspired us all to keep going, your in our prayers, say hi to drew for us <3
bronte crew is always thinking of you
only the good are taken from us at a young age, God just needed you sooner, your kept alive in our memories and our hearts forever, and each tear we shed may seem out of sadness, but it is also out of joy, reflecting on each moment spent with you and what a great person you are. rest in peace, you will never be forgotten, your a true soldier
Jackie Arnold
+Dear Suzanne and Calvin
Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
Jordan Batkin
I am so sorry, he was strong. So so strong.
Joanna Van Mierlo
Calvin, Suzanne, Sean, Spencer and Carter,
It seems like such a short time ago that we were living side by side in St. Marys. Everyone is so grown up now. Those were good times though and you were good neighbours. My heart is breaking for all of you. Cody was a good boy and we’ll miss him dearly. You’re all in my thoughts. I hope you can find comfort from your family and friends in the days and weeks and months to come.
Love
Joanna
Cathy, Dave & Holly McQuarrie
Our sincere condolences to the family. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. He was a strong and determined young man.
Mike Lenting & Bob Gehan
Dear Calvin & Suzanne, we were both saddened to hear of Cody’s passing. He was such a positive influence on his peers and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless
Nielsen family
Please except our deepest sympathy for Cody’s passing. May good memories give your family strength and comfort in such difficult times.
Lori Joyes & family
Suzanne & Calvin, my heart aches for you. I will be thinking of you and your family.
Kim Winbow
Please accept our heartfelt condolences. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
VON Palliative Care Volunteer Program
Julie and Steve O'Brien.
Cody was an amazing young man.Our heart goes out to the whole family.You are close in our thoughts and prayers.
noreen riley-smith
Cody was ã great person.he was polite and mannerly.when you met him anywhere he was always very friendly with his big smile.the battle is over for him.he shall not suffer anymore.he was the strongest person I know & happy got the chance to be ã friend
Bob, Sharon, Megan, Nicole & Scott Pavkeje
Our condolences to your family on the sad news of Cody’s passing. Thinking of you.
nancymckenzie
suzanne and calvin my heart goes out to yous. At least he’s not suffering any more. He put on a great fight to stay here.
Larry Helen Brent and Jarrett Johns
Sorry to hear, Brent spoke very highly of cody. Brent is in France and will not be able to attend on tuesday but sends his condolence to your family on your loss of a Cody