At South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Monday, July 29, 2019 of Dashwood, at the age of 69. Beloved husband of the late Ruth (Miller) Westlake (2015). Dear father of Jason Westlake of Lucan, Jeff Westlake (Tabatha) of Hensall, and Jennifer Westlake (Ian) of Dashwood. Dear grandfather of Jori and Lorissa; and Madison. Harold will be sadly missed by his siblings Grant Westlake, Mabel Glanville, Milo Westlake, Josephine Windsor, Rosemarie Dankewitz, Floyd Westlake, Linda Clipperton, Calvin Westlake and their families. He will be fondly remembered by the Millers. Predeceased by his brother Walter. Harold was an employee of Dashwood Industries for 50 years and was loved by his work family. When he wasn’t at work, he enjoyed his time in the garden, on the dance floor and with his family.
Visitation will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 1 at 3 PM with Mr. Bob Heywood officiating. Family interment Exeter Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the South Huron Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
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Barb Jeffrey
Barb Jeffrey
so sorry to hear about Harold .
Him and Charlie had some good times at work
He is now with Charlie . I am glad he has another friend with him
Debbie Brydges
So sorry for your loss
Sending our condolences to each and everyone.
Doris Wragg
To Jennifer , Jason and Jeff and families .. Harold was such a nice man , always a smile and a wave and always willing to help or see things and just perform it as in clearing snow out of my lane so I could get to work. He just was a great guy and a fantastic neighbour.. My thoughts and prayers are with all of Harold’s family .
Todd Ryan and families
Condolences from the Sheppard family. Jeff, Jason, and Jennifer; Sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Our thoughts are with you.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To Harold’s family and siblings:
Sorry to learn of Harold’s passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Karen Brock
Jason, Jeff ,Jennifer & Families
I was so very saddened to read of Harold’s passing. Thinking of you through this difficult time as you remember your dad & grandpa. He was so very happy & proud talking about his family. My deepest sympathy to you all.
Chad Snell
For as long as I’ve known Harold he’s always been a breath of fresh air and so positive. always love to be around him! This worlds going to miss him. Greatest guy to work with always building you up and an even better friend xo
Ken and Sharon Ristau
Our condolences and deepest sympathies to Harold’s family and siblings. Take comfort in remembering the good times.
Randy and Carol Redmond
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless…
Tony and Gloria (Ristau) DiMenna
Our sincere condolences to the entire Westlake family for your loss. May you find strength and comfort from each other at this difficult time.
David &Cathie Paul
We are so saddened by the news of Harold’s passing. It was our privilege and pleasure to have had the opportunity to know him…although it was a brief moment in time….we had a few great conversations and a lot of laughs…although not nearly enough. Hold your happy memories close.
kathie glover
I am so sorry to hear this I heard he was sick but figured the old bugger would beat it so sad worked his butt off for a lot of years and no time now to just relax , we used to have so much fun at di and was good to see him at timmys in the mornings sometimes not so long ago, such a good good guy I am so sorry xo
Debbie &Brian Hodgins
Jason & Family
So sorry to hear of your dads passing…thinking of you at this difficult time…
Mike & Beatie Rau
Harold was a great neighbor
always had a nice garden & a friendly smile
Cathy and Bruce Forster
So sorry for the loss of your brother, Calvin and entire Westlake family. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Cherish all your wonderful memories!!
Verna Leuverink
Sorry for your loss, condolences to the family and my mom Eileen Stauffer Walton. My mom dated Harold for the last couple of years. He was a really nice person. He will be missed. RIP Harold.
McNutt Family
To the Westlake Family,
Deepest sympathies and heart felt condolences during this difficult time. May you find strength and healing among family, friends and loved one.
Sandy Winship
My condolences to the Westlake family. I worked with Harold for a short time and he always made me smile and laugh. It was my pleasure knowing him, may he Rest In Peace. ❤️
Cheryl
Floyd and family,
So sorry for the loss of your brother, cherish the memories, thinking of you at this sad and difficult time.
Cheryl and Ernie Warden
Derek Kenney
So sorry to hear about the loss of Harold.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this time.
Francine
Sincere condolence to Jan and Madison for your tremendous and sudden loss. You were so close to your father/ grand father so it is and will be a very difficult time for you both. My thought is with you…
Liz Stuckless (Groot)
So very sorry to hear this news. Strength and love sent to you all during this difficult time ????
Sheila Hodgins
Jason I am very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Thinking of you during this sad time. Your neighbor …Sheila
Sandra Brintnell
Westlake Families
Sending our condolences to each and everyone. So sorry for your loss.
Sandi and Rob Brintnell
Gerald Willis
To the Westlake Family
A good many memories of a great and hard working man. Our most sincere condolence.
Gerald Willis
Art Wilkinson
To the Westlake Family:
I am sorry to see and read of Harold’s passing, My thoughts and prayer’s go out to you and your family during this difficult time….
Darlene John Leybourne
Linda and Wayne and the Westlake family. My thoughts are with you at this time
Dave Cooper
To the Westlake Family
Deepest Sympathy on the loss of Harold I worked with him for 43 years and he will be missed .
Maureen Wood
My Sympathy to Harold’s Family,
RON AND DIANNE DUCHARME
JASON AND SIBLINGS SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD
Pam Benoit
Jeff, Tab, Jori and Larrissa…..thinking of you as you remember your Father/Grandfather. Sounds like he was a truly fun guy and he will be missed by many. Next time you are dancing or hanging out in the back yard….remember him with a smile!
Sincerely,
Pam and Elizabeth
Marilyn Riley
So sorry for your loss both Al and I worked with Harold for a lot of years and you would never find a better worker
Marilyn and Allan Riley
Charles Poore
Harold always had a smile on his face always willing to talk and help out in anyway he could work with him for quite a few years hard-working was a pleasure to work with at Dashwood Industries Will be truly missed by all follow employees my condolences to the family