Beloved Kim,
You share Louisa's birthday and you were there, in the parish office, in between services, on Christmas eve 1997, when David received our call that Louisa had become our daughter. When we first came to St. A's,  we watched your Cody being baptized. Later, your beautiful Chelsea danced with  me. We were so proud of her and Cody and so blessed to know you and Lon.  Your were a blessing to us all.  You are forever in our hearts. So are you, Lon, Cody and Chelsea.
Lib, Kurt and Louisa Carlson.

The staff of the American Cancer Fund® at www.AmericanCancerFund.org is sorry to hear of Kim's passing. We have received a memorial donation in her name and our sincere condolences go out to her family.

Dear Westphal Family,
I had the opportunity to work with Kim and will always remember her sparkle, zest for life and kindness.  Her life created many "ripples" and I know the world is a better place because she was here. She will be missed but her spirit lives on in her students and all that she touched.  So glad my path crossed with hers-
My deepest sympathy-
Jane Luceno

To the Westphal/McBride family....
There are no words that describe the sadness I felt when I heard of Kim's passing. Us Gray girls grew up with the McBride girls and we were constantly together. My heart aches for the family. Taken so soon, I hope that God is ready for that little, wonderful ball of fire known as Kim. She had a smile that lit up the room. I miss you already, knowing that your earthly body is gone but happy that you are at peace. Rest easy, Kimmie!

To my co- worker Lonnie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

My heart is breaking for your family and for all who loved Kim. She will be greatly missed.The middle school will not be the same without her. Kim's energy and humor will be something I will always remember about her. I will miss our conversations.
God bless,
Elaine Courtney 

Thinking about you and know you are watching over us...

Dearest Lon,Chelsea, Cody and family,
We were so sad when we heard about Kim. 
I worked with Kim for many years and have such funny happy memories of parties we attended and planned. She brightened a lot of my mornings with her great sense of humor which started my day with laughter.
I will hold those memories close to my heart and I know they will bring a smile to my face as she always did. You are in my thoughts.

With heartfelt sympathy ,

Elaine & Bill LaConte

We are so sorry for your loss.  Kim taught our daughter, Carissa.  So compassionate.  She will be missed.  Loretta, Bill and Carissa Cerrato

Dear Lon, Cody and Chelsea,
So very sorry for your loss. I worked with Kim over the last 18 yrs.God bless her she was always a ray of sunshine and full of energy. My heart goes out to you all.
My sincere condolences. 
Denise Seymour

Kim was there for me every day during my first post-college teaching experience and beyond. She built my confidence, supported me and helped me grow as a teacher. From day 1, she made me feel a part of the team. She lit up the room with her loud wit and humor. I admired the way she talked to and worked with her students in such an open and honest way. She was a joy to be around and will be missed greatly.

Westphal Family,--We are all so sad for the loss of such a wonderful teacher. Mrs. Westphal was so kind and loved my three sons. They are all heartbroken over her loss. We will never forget her, and my boys will always remember how much she cared and helped them shine in middle school! We pray for you all, we know she will be missed so much. I will remember Kim for her wit and smiles! She was a beautiful person and the BEST teacher ever! She will be missed.     Suzanne Mullins and sons Liam, Ryan and Sean (Mahopac, NY)

Lon, Chelsea, and Cody,  I am so very sorry for your loss.  Kim was important to me and my family, always so kind.  She will be missed by so very many.

Hi, I want to pay tribute to a beautiful woman Kim Westphal. A wonderful wife, mom that was my friend and colleague, tremendous  teacher. Her tenacious, positive energy and love of making a difference in a child's made her valuable and important part of Putnam Boces and later for the Mahopac  School District instructional teams. She ,enjoyed life, with family  and friends and even opened an eye or two with her effervescence at times...Bold, Beautiful, The Best!!.   A Light that will continue to glow in my heart and I hope yours...Peace

Lon, Chelsea, and Cody, My heart is breaking and my prayers are with you. Kim was great friend and I will miss her dearly. Love to you all. Mary Fowler

What a pleasure to work with Kim. I would do group counselling.  Kim with her upbeat attitude and deep understanding of each child was the teacher and Counselor combined. She will be so missed!

Westphal family - We are so sorry for your loss.  Kim was a wonderful teacher to our son. He was incredibly nervous upon entering middle school and she was the bright light for him everyday that gave him a love for learning.  Because of Mrs. Westphal, he loved going to school. She had a smile on her face every time our family was lucky enough to spend time with her... As typical concerned parents for our child, she lifted our worries and somehow always lead us into laughter.  She went out of her way for our son each and everyday.  We all adored her.  She will be missed. 

To the Westphal family..I was saddened to hear of Kim's passing.  There were a few of us who would have coffee every morning in her room early in the morning. It was always a bright way to start the school day. Her caring and happy personality will be missed.

Westphal family - We are so sorry for your loss.  Kim was an amazing lady.  My son had her in 6th grade and he loved her as a teacher.  She looked out for him and made sure that he excelled at his work.  I will never forget the first time I met her nervous and scared to enter middle school but knew he would be just fine with her.   She was a GREAT lady and a huge asset to Mahopac!!!  Our deepest sympathy to your family.

 To the Westphal  & McBride's We are sorry to hear of  your loss 
                                            Kevin & Jill Keller ( Boiling Springs .  S C )

To the Westphal Family, so very sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of working with Kim. She was an amazing teacher. I was lucky to call her my friend. We had many laughs at school & on our trips to DC.  She will be missed by many. - Pat D'Aliso (Mahopac, NY)

To the Westphal and McBride Family I am so very sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed Kim's laugh and ready smile. She will be missed.

To the Westphal Family,

I am so sorry for your loss.  Kim had such a big personality that lit up the room when she entered and will be missed by all.  My son was a student of hers and adored her.  She made learning fun for him and soon he became a math whiz with her help.   Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

To the Westphal Family, I am so very sorry for your loss.  Kim was an awesome teacher and wonderful person to know!  She will be in our hearts forever and greatly missed by all who knew her.  Thinking of you all.

So sorry to hear this.   My son was one of her students.  She was the best.

To the Westphal and McBride Family,
Kim will be so missed by all who were fortunate enough to  know her.  She brought joy, love and fun to so many people; she was truly one of a kind.
My heart is filled with such sorrow for your family, and my thoughts are with you all.
Carol Story

To the Westphal Family,
I am so sorry for your loss of Kim. Kim was a unique person with a vibrant personality, and who touched the lives of many! She will be missed dearly by all who were fortunate to have known her. Your family is in my thoughts and my prayers!

OBITUARY

Kim Eileen Westphal

December 20, 1956 – April 14, 2017

Edward F. Carter Funeral Home

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