Michael "Mike" Westall

Lt. Col. Ret. Michael “Mike” Harwell Westall, age 81, of Gilmer, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2020 at his home with his family by his side. Michael was born in Pine Bluff, Arkansas on May 7, 1939 to the late Thompson Luck Westall and Pauline Harwell Westall. Michael served his country in the U.S. Army and Navy, as a language interpreter during the Vietnam War, and military intelligence at the Pentagon, retiring as Lieutenant Colonel from the Army. He earned his master’s degree in spanish, and worked as a Registered Nurse until retirement. Michael was a member of First Baptist Church of Gilmer. He loved music, playing guitar, and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Boomie and Polly Westall.

He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Brenda (Dale) Westall of Gilmer; son Dale Westall of Gilmer; daughter, Nicole Erb of Gilmer; three grandchildren, Briana Erb of Gilmer, Jonathan Erb of Okinawa, Japan, and Matthew Erb of Gilmer.

Graveside services were held at Glade Creek Cemetery on Monday, May 11, 2020 under the direction of Croley Funeral Home.