Harrison C. Westerfield
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Harrison C. Westerfield, 21, passed away peacefully at home with his parents, brother and two beloved golden retrievers on Tuesday, August 3, after a two-year battle with cancer.
Born on October 22, 1999, to Hunter and Kim Westerfield, Harrison lived most of his life in Lenexa and Overland Park, KS. He attended Brookridge Day School, Saltus Grammar School in Bermuda, Overland Trail Elementary, Overland Trail Middle and Blue Valley North High Schools. He was an avid reader, who loved to learn. He was a baptized and confirmed member of the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection, a National Merit Scholar, a four-year member of the Blue Valley North band, and an Eagle Scout. Harrison was known for his generosity, sweet soul, hugs, and character. He attended the Barrett Honors College at Arizona State University on a full academic scholarship, where he served as a research assistant, community volunteer, and was blessed with cherished new friendships. From 2019-2021 he worked as a Software Engineer at Garmin, first as an intern and later, as a regular employee.
He is survived by his parents, brother Hayden, grandparents Jerry and Dian Van Dalen, as well as many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins and close family friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Henry and JoAnn Westerfield, his great-grandparents, and two uncles. A celebration of Harrison’s life will be held at the Church of the Resurrection, in Leawood, KS on Monday, August 9 at 11:00 A.M. The service will be livestreamed at cor.org/memorialsonline. Inurnment at the Resurrection Memorial Gardens will follow.
Harrison had a vision to improve the drink options for the patients and excellent staff at the cancer clinic where he received his cancer treatment. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Harrison’s Hydration Station benefiting the KU Cancer Clinic. Any remaining funds will be donated to the Sarcoma Foundation.
I have been thinking so much about your family and keeping you all in my prayers. Harrison was family to the Tranbarger’s and he will be greatly missed. I know how proud you must be of all his accomplishments in such a short time. God has a plan for Harrison and someday it will become clear to us what it is. I will be watching his service on Monday. Thank you for sharing the link!
All my love,
Susan Davis Jordan
Mi mas sentido pésame para la familia se el dolor que estan sintiendo pero también se que. Dios les dara las fuerzas que necesitan porque tenemos la esperanza de que un dia volveremos a verlos el solo se nos adelanto Dios necesitaba un angel mas y lo eligió a el descansa en paz Harrison ??
Please accept my confidence on the death of your son. May the fond memories you have of Harrison carry you through the tough times. He definitely had an impact on many people and the world is a better place because of him.
Kim and family. My heart breaks for you and your family. Know that we are praying for you. Hayden must have been an amazing young man and I know he will live in your hearts forever.
Kim, I am so sorry to find out Harrison has been battling cancer for 2 years and has lost the fight. It is especially hard to raise him with love and hope for a fulfilled life, only to lose him so young. I know you were a wonderful mom and will miss him terribly. My condolences to your family. I think of you often.
Kim, Hunter and Family – I’m thinking and praying for you all during this sad time. Unfortunately, I can’t be at the service tomorrow. But I wish each of you much strength and healing in the days and months to come.
Pat (Deschner) Callegari
Dear Kim, Hunter, and Hayden,
We are grieving with you at the loss of Harrison, your precious son and brother. May wonderful memories and God’s love help to sustain you as you adjust to life without him. We hold all of your family in thought and prayer. We send you our deepest sympathy and love.
Mary and Paul Kuyper in Pella
Kim – I’m so very sorry to hear this news. Harrison was an amazing and brave young man. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Blessings, Christine Ojile
Dear Kim, Hunter and Hayden,
We are so sorry for your loss of Harrison. Please know that we are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
With heartfelt sympathy,
The Wilkus Family
John, Tracy, Maddie and Caroline
Kim, you and your family have been on my mind and in my heart over e past days. I am sending love and prayers to you all.
I am so saddened to learn of Harrison’s courageous battle with cancer and ultimate peace in heaven. My heart just breaks for you as you face life without his physical presence. My hope is that the many amazing memories you have with him will provide you some comfort. You are all in my prayers. Love, Ann (Cooper) Empkey Family
All our love and prayers for strength and moments of peace as you grieve such a devastating loss. We love this family and their gift of giving- through good times and bad. We will ask the Lord to bless you and keep you in his right hand for now and always.