Celebrating the life of
Joseph Duncan Westall
June 13, 1954 - May 18, 2017
Joseph Duncan Westall, 62, died peacefully and on his own terms Thursday, May 18, 2017 at his home in North Carolina. He was born in Red Springs, North Carolina, son of Woodrow Hillis and Susan Duncan Westall. He was a 1972 graduate of Red Springs High School and in 1974 received an Associate’s Degree from Wingate College. Mr. Westall spent his career in retail with Footlocker, Belk, EnMark and Exxon in Savannah and North Carolina. Mr. Westall was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother and friend.
Surviving are his wife of 20 years, Sandi Flannery Westall of Laurinburg, NC; children, Joseph Brooks Westall (Melinda) of Richmond Hill; Robert Duncan Westall of Savannah; Alex Fife of Miami, FL; Lindsey Fife of Savannah; Jacob Fife of Savannah; grandchildren, Landon, Brooklyn, Aiden, Alexandria; two brothers, Woodrow Hillis Westall, Jr. of Creedmoor, NC; William Westall (Michelle) of Raleigh, NC and three nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 23, 2017 in the Hodgson Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
Heartfelt condolences to the family ... Joe was a great guy and was a pleasure working with him at EnMark. May he Rest In Peace.
- Barbara Cannon, Pt. Wentworth, Ga.
I enjoyed reconnecting with Cousin Joe by phone in July of 2015 after last seeing him about 1983 when I was 14. I'd been blessed many times to see y'alls' parents Susan and Woody when they'd join my parents (Allison "Peppy" and June Goodwin) at Atlantic Beach. My Dad loved his cousin Susan and her fun-loving nature! I was really touched hearing about Joe's kindness and care for his parents. Sure enough, the few phone calls I had with Joe the last two years were upbeat and full of humor, even though I am sure he and Sandi were having a rough time of it. Thank you for this example which I'll treasure the rest of my life. To Sandi, Joe's brothers and children, all the friends - my thoughts and prayers are for deep comfort and real hope as you grieve. Love and many hugs, Rebecca Goodwin-Feldmann
- Rebecca Goodwin-Feldmann, Charlottesville, VA
Growing up in Red Springs we all knew each other. Joe was my older brothers age, but we all hung out. Another of our Red Springs family has gone to be with god. My condolences to the family. Waverly McNeill, Summerville S.C.
- Waverly McNeill, SUMMERVILLE, SC
I am from Red Springs too and was in the same high school class as Joe. He was a good and fun loving guy. Joe was a gifted athlete that you always wanted on your team at school or elsewhere. We went to the same church and our families were friends as are most families in a small town. He was always full of energy and went out of his way for others. I know he will be missed by those closest to him. My wife Barbara and I wish you comfort and healing, and want you to know our prayers are with your family.
- Warren McNeill, Raleigh, NC
Condolences to the entire Westall family.
- Noah Mark Blaustein, Miami, FL
Joe was a kind, loving man, who's greatest joy was his family. He could fill a room with his laughter. He will be greatly missed by those that knew him. I want to send hugs and prayers to his family in this time of sorrow. Love you all, Casie
- Casie Chappell, Atlanta, GA
Joe and Hillis were friends of my brother Rusty and myself. We grew up together, played and laughted together and had a lot of fun and tried to stay out of trouble. Sometimes we were successful. Joe was a great athlete and he and Hillis were crazy fast running with a football. So long for now old friend until we again soon meet. Jay McArthur
- Jay McArthur, Cary, NC
Our hearts are heavy over this, but filled with love and prayers for you who will be there. We regret that we cannot join you. We shall cherish the memory of Joe's high spirits and determination for what he set his hand to. We shall cherish the memory of the great family he and Sandi formed and shared with us. We shall ever thank God for how he and Sandi stepped forward in the care of his parents.
- Aunt Eunice and Uncle Ron, Livingston, TX
I have many fond memories of Joe. I know he will be missed and hope that you will find comfort in happy memories.
- Billi Wilson, Oxford, NC
Heartfelt condolences to the family ... Joe was a great guy and was a pleasure working with him at EnMark. May he Rest In Peace.
- Barbara Cannon, Pt. Wentworth, Ga.
I enjoyed reconnecting with Cousin Joe by phone in July of 2015 after last seeing him about 1983 when I was 14. I'd been blessed many times to see y'alls' parents Susan and Woody when they'd join my parents (Allison "Peppy" and June Goodwin) at Atlantic Beach. My Dad loved his cousin Susan and her fun-loving nature! I was really touched hearing about Joe's kindness and care for his parents. Sure enough, the few phone calls I had with Joe the last two years were upbeat and full of humor, even though I am sure he and Sandi were having a rough time of it. Thank you for this example which I'll treasure the rest of my life. To Sandi, Joe's brothers and children, all the friends - my thoughts and prayers are for deep comfort and real hope as you grieve. Love and many hugs, Rebecca Goodwin-Feldmann
- Rebecca Goodwin-Feldmann, Charlottesville, VA
Growing up in Red Springs we all knew each other. Joe was my older brothers age, but we all hung out. Another of our Red Springs family has gone to be with god. My condolences to the family. Waverly McNeill, Summerville S.C.
- Waverly McNeill, SUMMERVILLE, SC
I am from Red Springs too and was in the same high school class as Joe. He was a good and fun loving guy. Joe was a gifted athlete that you always wanted on your team at school or elsewhere. We went to the same church and our families were friends as are most families in a small town. He was always full of energy and went out of his way for others. I know he will be missed by those closest to him. My wife Barbara and I wish you comfort and healing, and want you to know our prayers are with your family.
- Warren McNeill, Raleigh, NC
Condolences to the entire Westall family.
- Noah Mark Blaustein, Miami, FL
Joe was a kind, loving man, who's greatest joy was his family. He could fill a room with his laughter. He will be greatly missed by those that knew him. I want to send hugs and prayers to his family in this time of sorrow. Love you all, Casie
- Casie Chappell, Atlanta, GA
Joe and Hillis were friends of my brother Rusty and myself. We grew up together, played and laughted together and had a lot of fun and tried to stay out of trouble. Sometimes we were successful. Joe was a great athlete and he and Hillis were crazy fast running with a football. So long for now old friend until we again soon meet. Jay McArthur
- Jay McArthur, Cary, NC
Our hearts are heavy over this, but filled with love and prayers for you who will be there. We regret that we cannot join you. We shall cherish the memory of Joe's high spirits and determination for what he set his hand to. We shall cherish the memory of the great family he and Sandi formed and shared with us. We shall ever thank God for how he and Sandi stepped forward in the care of his parents.
- Aunt Eunice and Uncle Ron, Livingston, TX
I have many fond memories of Joe. I know he will be missed and hope that you will find comfort in happy memories.
- Billi Wilson, Oxford, NC
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
