Dear Westhuis Family,
My husband and I met your son while living in Roanoke. We too lived at the River House. We met him at a neighbor's and became casual friends.  A group of us would play trivia at the bar.  I am shocked and saddened to learn about his passing.  He was such a good person and I'm so sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Westhuis Family,
I would like to offer you my condolences on Spencer's passing. We met in Ronaoke through a flag football meetup and later became good friends. Our favorite hangout was at The Wasena TapRoom, where everyone loved and adored him like Cheer's Frasier. I have some really good memories of him. He was always a cheerful and happy person. Later I moved out of Roanoke but we still kept in touch. May God give you courage and strength. His loss is deeply felt in my heart!

Dear Rod, Jill and Quincy,
I just read about Spencer's death Friday in the Zeeland Record. Praying for God's strength and peace with every breath you take. Many fond memories and smiles of the times I took care of Spencer and Quincy.

Dear Westhuis Family,
My prayers are with you at this difficult time. I had the privilege to work with Spencer at Wholesome Harvest Bakery in Roanoke. Spencer was a diligent worker and a kind man. Phil 4:13.

Rod, Jill Quincy.  I am so sad to hear about Spencer.  Wished I could be there to see you.  May God comfort you in this time of grieving. I will come and see you after I get back in town.
Your neighbor Peter

Dear Westhuis Family, I am so sorry to hear of Spencer's passing. I oversee the Holland Youth Advisory Council and we were just getting addresses together and tracking down former HYAC students to have a reunion at Christmas time when we heard the news. It will be sad to not have him there. I'm so sorry for your loss! I'm sure he will be missed by many.

"Dear Westhuis Family, I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Spencer. I had the pleasure to work with him on several projects during his tenure..." I also had the plesure of watching the Michigan Vs Michigan State game with him. He is a good man.
All the best 
Nate Musch

Dear Westhuis Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Spencer. I had the pleasure to work with him on several projects during his tenure with Wholesome Harvest Baking in Roanoke, VA. 
Spencer was an innovative thinker and was passionate in his professional endeavors. He was truly a pleasure to work with and I'm honored to have known him albeit briefly.
May you find peace and strength during this difficult time knowing that as a brother in Christ, he is resting peacefully. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

We are heart-broken to hear of Spencer's passing. We'll be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Spencer was a great member of the robotics team. With much love, Pat and Norma Lamotte

Dear Westhuis Family,
I am truly saddened to hear about the passing of Spencer.  I had the opportunity to work and become friends with him during our internship at Abbott Nutrition.  It really hits home to have someone I know pass too soon.  May he rest in peace and may you have strength knowing the great person he was.

Dear Westhuis family, our hearts are so grieved to hear of Spencer's passing. It was a joy to have Spencer in our church community here in Roanoke, Virginia, and we thank God for the many ways he blessed our lives. We pray for you in this time, that the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort would sustain you in His love. - Derek Lam, pastor

You might not remember me, but when you came to visit Spencer in Roanoke, VA I had the great pleasure of meeting his mom and dad.  

I was grieved to hear of Spencer's passing this morning at church.  Please know that he was DEARLY LOVED by his City Light Church family.

I attended small group with him and he was a delightful addition to our motley crew.  He was a sweet spot every Wednesday night.  He always spoke to my children.

I don't have impressive stories to tell or great memories, but I just want you all to know that WE HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN HIM AND GRIEVE WITH YOU IN THIS TIME.  We have and will pray for you.  

May God Bless You Richly............

Jill,rod,and Quincy our hearts ache for your loss .

So sad and grieved. Very sorry to hear about Spencer. Know that we are praying for him right now. What a heartbreaking loss. The souls of the just are in the hand of God and no torment will ever touch them. In the eyes of the foolish they seemed to have died, and their departure from us was thought to be an affliction, and their going from us to be utter destruction, but they are at peace. Their hope is full of immortality, they will receive great good, because God tested them and found them worthy of Himself.

I just learned about Spencer this evening and my heart goes out to you in this time of incredible loss. You are in my prayers in this difficult time.

Cross-country Coach Chris Knoll

Mr and Mrs Westhuis and family,

On behalf of our church family here at Grace Church in Mentor, we send our heartfelt prayers to you all. Spencer was a bright young man and a pleasure to be with. We enjoyed spending time with him, and he was a regular attendee with us in our worship services. He will be sorely missed, and please know that we will continue to pray for you all in your time of loss. "God is our refuge and strength; a very present help in time of trouble." (Psalm 46:1).

Westhuis family,  we share our most sincere condolences on the passing of Spencer. We had the pleasure of getting to know him during his internship at Smuckers and were extremely saddened to hear of this  news.  Our prayers are with you during this sorrowful time and we ask for our Lord to give you strength.  (Sent on behalf of the JM Smucker Packaging Group)

To Spencer's family and friends,
I had the esteemed privledge of being Spencer's academic advisor at the MSU School of Packaging. I speak for all of us at the School of Packaging when I say you have our deepest sympathy and we grieve with you. 

God be with you during this time.

Rodney and Jill,   10-31-2015

I just heard about your loss and feel bad
about this tragedy you are going through. Craig called me at work just now to let me know as I would've liked to stop by and grieve with you personally. I wish god's blessing and comfort for you and Jill.
Deeply Deeply disheartening all I can say.

Kevin Kettring

Rod and Jill:
We are so sorry for your loss !! May God give you strength to cope with this loss. 
Prabhat and Mary

Rod and Jill.....so sorry for you loss.  We are praying for comfort and peace for your family.

Jill, Rod and Quincy,

We were fortunate to share many happy times with Spencer and you, particularly his proud journey from Cub to Eagle Scout. Our hearts are breaking for all of you. Our sincerest condolences.

Rod & Jill: I am so sorry to hear about your son Spencer. It seems like only yesterday, We would visit from time to time. Now that has all past away. I know as christians God will not leave you or forsake you. God is a merciful God, and will get you thru this troubled time. Please understand my prayers are with your family.       

Love,  Uncle Cliff

Rod and Jill and family so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this hard time.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Praying for peace and comfort during this very difficult time.  Our deepest sympathies are with you.

The Smith Family
Greg, Linda, Andrew and Maggie

Rodney, Jill and Quincy:  May you feel the comforting prayers that are being sent on your behalf right now.  May you feel loved, supported and carried in the days ahead.  May God hold you close in the palm of His hand.  We're so deeply sorry about your loss of Spencer.

Rod, Jill, and Quincy - So very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Quincy and Family - I am so very sorry for your loss. I've been thinking of all of you and praying for your family in this very difficult time.  Please accept my condolences.

Rod, Jill and Quincy:
The Lord bless you, and keep you;
The Lord make His face shine on you,
And be gracious to you;
The Lord lift up His countenance on you,
And give you peace.'
Num. 6:24ff

Rod, Jill & Quincy- We are very sorry for your loss. Please know you will be in our prayers in the days to come.

Rod, Jill and Quincy - So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and sending you warm wishes for the days to come. We have many happy childhood memories that include both Spencer and Quincy, now even more cherished.

Rod, Jill and Quincy.......Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.  We know what you are going through in the loss of your child and are here for you now and always.  Please know we support you in all that is to come in this difficult journey.  May God comfort you and give you peace in these trying days ahead.

My deepest condolences on your loss.  May peace be with your entire family.

Ella, Phil and Steven Fiore

Rod, Jill and Quincy, we are so sorry to hear about Spencer.  Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

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Spencer Westhuis

September 29, 1990 – October 24, 2015

Lakeshore Memorial Services

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