William James Westcott

William James Westcott, a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, peacefully passed away on April 20, 2025, in Norfolk, Virginia. He was born on October 6, 1938, in Rochester, New York, to Bill and Pearl Westcott.

William, often affectionately called Bill, embarked on a journey of love and partnership when he married Ruth E Sherman on November 28, 1959, at the First Methodist Church in Spencerport, New York. Together, they built a life filled with adventure and warmth, welcoming two children, Kim and William (Buck), into their family. Their home in Brockport, New York, was a foundation of family values and cherished memories.

In 1972, Bill's career with 3M brought the family to White Bear Lake, Minnesota, where they continued to create a loving household. The couple shared a joyous marriage, celebrating 65 years together before Ruth's passing on October 1, 2023. After her memorial service, Bill decided to relocate to Norfolk, Nebraska, to be closer to his family, where he carried on with the resilience and spirit that characterized his life.

Bill was passionate about exploration and adventure. Upon his retirement in 1995, he and Ruth embarked on a grand journey across the United States, traveling in their motorhome and exploring all 50 states. Their adventures imbued their lives with rich experiences and unforgettable stories. After many travels, they found comfort and community for a time in Sun Sites, Arizona, before settling in Whitney, Texas, in 2007. The friendships and fellowship they enjoyed at the Open Range Cowboy Church and Whitney Resorts significantly enhanced their lives.

Bill is survived by his two children, daughter Kim Morris of Savannah, Georgia, and son Buck and his wife Susie of Norfolk, Nebraska. He also leaves behind a legacy of love through his grandchildren: Stephanie Braddy and her husband Jerry, Justin Chernivec, Brendan Westcott and his wife DeeAnna, and Kaitlyn Merchant and her husband Cody. His family continues to grow with the joy brought by his great-grandchildren: Lilly, Mia, Evie, Kinsley, Harper, Vallie, and Laney.

A graveside memorial service to honor William James Westcott will take place at 2:00 PM on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Whitney Memorial Park, located at 510 South Bosque Street in Whitney, Texas. Family and friends are invited to join in celebrating his remarkable life and enduring legacy. Gerald Dudley will officiate the service, reflecting on the profound impact Bill had on those who were fortunate to know him.