Mrs. Pamela Ann (Thomas) Westover, 76, a local of Michigan, handed away peacefully on Sunday, January 8, surrounded by her kids in San Diego, CA.
Pamela was born in Richmond, VA, the daughter of Joseph and Rosemary (Wigton) Thomas. As an solely youngster, she shared fond reminiscences together with her mother and father and grandparents of rising up in “Down River” in Detroit, Michigan. Her childhood reminiscences are highlighted by summer season journeys to Portage Lake together with her two cousins, the place they shaped a sibling bond. attending baseball video games at Detroit Tiger Stadium together with her grandfather; and creating a love for films together with her father.
A registered nurse, she attended the College of Michigan and graduated in 1968 with a level in nursing. Whereas on the U of M, she met her future husband via a shared expertise on the Gilbert & Sullivan Society, whom she married on July 12, 1968, Dr. Robert Westover of Plymouth, MI.
Her life’s work, a shared ardour and pleasure together with her husband Bob, got here from her group connections, contributions {and professional} success within the performing and visible arts. By means of her volunteer {and professional} expertise in all points of theater appearing, directing, stage administration, make-up, costumes, lighting and artwork administration… she loved all of it! A neighborhood and state chief, she volunteered for the Northern Michigan group with the Northland Gamers, participated within the Cheboygan Space Arts Council, and served as govt director of the Cheboygan Opera Home for a few years. As Government Director, she has introduced native, regional and internationally famend expertise to the fore, offering world-class arts alternatives to Northern Michigan communities. One in every of her favourite reminiscences was watching the viewers in marvel and pleasure as they watched a stay efficiency.
Pamela was a loving and supportive mom and grandmother. Whether or not it was hand-stitched Halloween costumes, magical Christmas reminiscences, or memorable boat journeys on the Nice Lakes, she at all times introduced an air of magic and journey to the lives of her kids, John, Katie and Charlie. She liked to know her Irish heritage and introduced this tradition into her household’s life via music and storytelling. In her senior years, and particularly after retirement, she saved busy together with her grandchildren’s actions and volunteering at their colleges.
All through her life she shared a love of journey with Bob, continuously recalling each service-related and private journeys in the USA and overseas. In the end, although, her favourite place on the planet is in Gaylord, MI. Inside was the household cabin. She shared many great reminiscences with Bob, together with elevating their kids, internet hosting household and associates, collaborating within the Lions Membership and Catholic group, and having fun with their last years with their beloved golden retrievers.
She is survived by her three kids: Jonathon of McMinnville, TN, Catherine (Timothy) Boehme of San Diego, CA, and Charles (Jennifer) of Bell Buckle, TN; and her 5 grandchildren: Tyler, Trent, Moira, Vivian and Willow.
She was preceded in demise by her mother and father and her husband, Bob.
Pamela was a faithful spouse, mom and grandmother. We’ll ceaselessly keep in mind her stunning smile, infectious enthusiasm and love for her household.
In keeping with her needs, her physique was cremated. Funeral companies can be held on Friday, January 13 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in San Diego. A celebration of life in northern Michigan can be held this summer season. Memorial contributions in Pamela’s title could also be made to the Parkinson’s Basis and the Cheboygan Space Arts Council.
Posted on-line on January 13, 2023
Revealed by the Gaylord Herald
