Harold Kinander Obituary

I know I am late to comment but I just found out through an internet search in trying to reconnect with people from my past. I am so sorry to hear this news. How did this happen to someone so young? West was a coworker for a few months. He always had a smile for me when I needed it most. My condolences. Thanks for everything you did for me West!

WEST I MISS YOU EVERY DAY I DRIVE BY THE CONDO OR THE COUNTRY HOUSE ( FOR A BOWL OF SOUP)OR CLARENDON HILLS.SEE-YA WHEN I GET THERE

Dear Jason, Blue and Ed,
I have just heard of your terrible loss and would like to extend my deepest sympathies. I remember all of you and West with such fond memories. West was always so happy, helpful and funny. You are such a lovely family - and am so sorry for West's passing.
I was with you during the time of your father's West's passing so many years ago. Both were much too young.

My favorite memory of West was when he came into the boardroom with an enormous diamond ring and an even larger smile.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tanya Lukasevicius Gascoigne, Leeds, UK
(I was part of the audit team for Electri-flex in the early 90's with AA&Co.)

It is through death we realize how precious life truly is. We remember and cling to our memories the stories of those lost to us. We hold onto them, treasure them for they are what we have left, at least on earth, of someone dear that has left us. Our family is grateful to have known, loved and shared many good times with Westy . He always had a way of making you feel good with that incredible smile, sometimes devilish, but always genuine. We are honored and blessed to have had such a wonderful person in our lives and treasure the memories he left us.

The McNerney’s
Bob, Sue, Lauren, Ellen & Jenny

I extend my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Westy will occupy a special spot in the hearts of so many people. He was one of those people you always remember fondly, no matter what.

HI BLUE
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD HOPE YOU ALL ARE DOING OK.IHEAR YOURDAD DIED FROM MY MOM AND DAD.I HAVE A 5 YEAR OLD SON I LIVE IN BLOOMINGDALE. BETH DUGUID ORLIK

Jason and Blue,
I was very sorry to hear about Westy, it's heartbreaking. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I have many good memories of him and he will be missed. He was one of the good guys.

Mr. Kinander(Coach),
I never got a chance to thank you for all the great memories. I'm teaching my eldest son to play ball and you are part of the lesson plan. Many thanks to you and your family for being part of my life.

III,

Masters soon, brother! I think of you everyday.

Love,
Sis a.k.a. Chuck!

Dear Lynn, Eddie & Blue,

We are so very sorry to hear about Westy. At this sad time, we wish you God's blessings and whatever soothes your spirit, comforts your soul and brings you peace.

With all the love in the world,
Pamela & Byron xoxo

Dear Jason and Blue,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of Westy. He will allways remain in our hearts and prayers as your dad and mom have all these years.

Jason and Blew,

My heart is heavy with the sad news of Westfield's passing.

I heard the sad news as I was arriving to the Tampa St. Pete airport having just returned from a business trip to Houston TX. A friend had called to share the sad news. To be honest, my first instinct was scream at the top of my lungs "I HATE GOD!!" but managed to stifle myself as I was still in line at the baggage carousel awaiting my luggage.

Anyway, late that night before turning in, I spoke with God (as I always do at bedtime) and asked him WHY?, WHY Westfield?? and here is what He told me: He said "Mark, please do not hate me for what I have done". And then He proceeded to tell me WHY He chose to take Westfield in the prime of his life.

You see, the way his Holiness explained it to me, He has a grand and master plan for Westy. His Holiness shared with me His dismay over the recent economic downturn and His desire to diversify and bolster his portfolio by venturing into the manufacturing and distribution of electrically related conduits and components, and, well, you've probably already guessed it: He desired the most qualified "Earthly" person he could find to run His new venture.

So why did He choose West? Easy. He chose West for his ability to foresee coming trends in electrical distribution, his savvy business skills, his love of life and his ability to work well with and motivate people. Of course, being a great lover of the game of golf and a "scratch" golfer Himself, his Holiness also has plans to include West in His sunday afternoon 4-some ;^)

So, there you have it. West was simply called home to better things, and to serve a higher being. Feel comfort knowing that even though he's left us here on earth, West has gone to a place to serve for and under the greatest "CEO" the world has ever or will ever know.

You know, when God signed off with me last night he sounded particularly upbeat and positive - it was almost as if he knew something we don't yet know.

Before drifting off I wondered aloud: Could it be that if this electrical distribution gig takes off, He and West might, just might, be able to pull us out of this economic downturn??

If so, we will all have West (and God) to thank for that!

Earth is only one facet of life. Westy has not gone away~ his journey has just begun. He is resting now from the sorrows and tears in a place of warmth and comfort. He is living in the hearts of those he touched for nothing loved is ever lost. Westy you were loved so much! I will miss you!! Jamie

DEAR KINANDER FAMILY,
WHEN DALE GOT HOME THE OTHER NIGHT WE SAT AND TALKED ABOUT HOW HE WAS SO TOUCHED BY ALL THE PEOPLE THAT WERE THERE IN WESTY'S
HONOR , HE WAS LOVED BY SO MANY PEOPLE!
HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN AND HE FIT THE NICK NAME I GAVE HIM "THE MAYOR OF MEDINAH"
MY PRAYER IS THAT GOD WILL START TO HEAL YOUR BROKEN HEARTS KNOWING HE HAS HEALED HIS ALREADY.
SINCERELY, PORTIA KINNEY

West was a very kind and thoughtful man and it was an honor to know him. My sympathy, thoughts and prayers to his family and friends at his early loss.

Jason,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother West. I hope your wonderful memories of him bring you some peace during this difficult time. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Dana Taylor (Lindstrom)

Westy will always be in my heart. He was great to be with and play with. He shared many morning breakfasts in the tool room at the Electri-Flex plant with us. He actually liked my wife's cooking which was the only thing that I ever found wrong with him but aside from that he was and will always be a great friend and person. We are missing him dearly and will always remember him and he will always be alive in our hearts and memories. God Bless You West and Ill see you when I get there!

West, you were a lot of things to a lot of people. The thing I will always remember you best for is the father you were to Griffin, and Gabrielle. We will remember all our happy times together. There will never be a day that I will go out in the yard, and not think about you out there, and loving it Gabrielle, and I are going to plant a garden in your memory...I am happy we had the time together that we had, I know it was short. I already miss your voice, your laugh. I am sure you are having a Martini with your Dad. I so miss you, and you will be with me the rest of my lifetime. Love, Shari.

Lynn, Ed, Jason, Blue and the Kinander Family,
I was so saddened to learn today of Westy's passing. He always had a cheery smile for everyone and a great sense of humor. You are all in my thoughts and prayers today. With fond memories,
Mary Ellen Wolmer

To the Kinander family,
I retuned from out of town today and heard the sad news of West's passing. He always had a smile a joke and a laugh for me. When you were around West he made you feel at home and part of the group. A great guy in my book.
My deepest sympathy

I herd of Westy passing today and I'm sadden by the news. Let's say Westy had a GREAT life however and his body needed a rest. So, I'm forever thankful for the time he sponsored my 3some for golf at my bachlore party ( he could have shown up) but that was him always doing way to much at once. Life has a way of cathcing up ya know? Anyways I still see that smile and will never forget growing up down the street. from him, later Westy and my best wishes to all of those who new him well.

DEAR WESTY/YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED I STILL RECALL YOU MATT DINO AND MYSELF GOING TO THE BULLS GAME WHEN WE WERE IN LAKE PARK THAT WAS THE STUFF SAY HELLO TO MY GRANDPA UP THERE SEE YA PAL YOUR FRIEND RICH FROST

To the family of Westy Kinander: Westy was a major presence,wherever he was, with a wonderful sense of humor. There has always been a great connection between the Eckersalls and Kinanders and we'll miss him a lot. Love! Suz

Dear West,
You were the best Compadre, the time we spent in our business travel in South America were extraordinary. YOU will be in my memories for ever "Pata e' pollo", and very deep from my heart my expression of simpathy to Blue, Jason, Lynn and Ed

Blue and Jason,

I'm so sorry to hear about Westy's passing.

I remember going over to Westy's house to shoot pellet guns and play ping pong in the basement and great times in Indian Guides.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Westy's family. I was shocked to read of the sad news today. Westy and I had great high school memories, especially when he took me to the prom.

Kinander family,I was so sorry to hear of your horrible loss.Westy will always be a part of a lot of wonderful memories. He will be missed.

From the time I started at Electri-flex, Westy lit up the room!....whether he was playing pranks on you---and there were many---or just sitting across from me working, his smile could make a rainy day turn to sunshine. I will miss him.
He had a zest for life and I am grateful he added some to mine!
I found a picture of a fire rainbow that appeared in the sky shortly after his passing....it was probably him causing it...it is a rare quirk of nature and he probably was saying "I'm here up above and enjoying the ride"!
Please accept my coldolences on your loss.
Barbara Mihallik, Roselle, IL

I was so saddened to hear of West's passing and am glad I was able to pay my respects in person to the Kinander family. I will always remember the cheerfulness in West's voice every conversation I had with him at Medinah. My last memory was at the 2005 Classic when we were able to socialize before the show. West's kindness will always be cherished by me. My thoughts & prayers go out to the Kinander/Marinelli families.

To Lyn, Ed, Blue and Jason:

My deepest condolences to all of you for your loss. I looked up to Westy when I was fortunate enough to work for all of you. He was kind, light hearted and didn't have a mean bone in his body (at least that I never saw). He made me laugh, made me smile and always made me feel like I was part of the Electri-Flex family. One thing can be said, he was unique!!

God bless all of you in these saddened times!

Love,
Amanda (Weissert) Marshall

The Kinander Family, so sorry to read today in the paper about West's passing. I worked at the family business a short time after high school several years ago and remembered what a tight-knit family he belong to, with a lot of love around him. He was a funny guy, always laughing and joking around with the employees. What a special guy, what a huge loss. My deepest sympathies.

Dear Jason and Blue,
we are very sorry to hear about Westy.
We are thinking of you at this difficult
time,and send you our deepest expression of sympathy. Fondly, Jack and Ches Hipskind

West,

To me, you have always been the best. Thanks so much for that.

Will have a drink with you when I get to the other side. Save me a barstool.

Thanks
Panko

TO BRUCE AND THE KINANDER FAMILY,
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE SAD LOSS OF WESTY. HE WAS A SPECIAL AND FUN LOVING FRIEND TO ALL THAT EVER MET HIM. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH
ALL OF YOU.
CONNIE DeGRAZIO

Dear Jason, Blue, Lynn and Ed
I was saddened to learn of Westy's passing. He is the stuff of fond memories and Electrical Industry legend and lore. I can never visit New Orleans with out thinking of him. He will be missed by all

Dear Lynn, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane Palm (former secretary at First Presbyerian Church, Itasca.)

Dear Jason, Blue, Lynn, and family,
Words do not come easily when you lose someone so dear. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in these sad days; may your memories bring a smile to your faces and peace to your hearts.
Love, Tom and Melva

Jay and Blue,
My heart is heavy with the loss of Westy. As many have expressed he lived his life like nobody else I have ever met. If you were lucky to be his friend, he always made sure you had smile on your face and a better joke to tell the next person. From Westy getting me my first real job and my career I will always be in his debt. My prays are with you... God Bless

Dear Jason, Blue and Family,
My prayers are with you. Westy was like a brother to me. Can't help but think of his twinkling, mischievous eyes and a smile that lit up the room. I am happy to have been his friend and will miss him dearly.

Ed, Jason and family:

I just recieved the e mail about Westy while on business in Phoenix, and sadly cannot attend any of the services. I will always remember Westy, not only from the club but from my pre Medinah days, and the fun that always surrounded him, he was a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are so sorry for your loss.

West,
We will truly miss you my friend and will always remember your energy and enthusiasm that made you a special person. You will always be remembered for your friendship and love for people. May your memory be eternal.

Dear Blue and Jason. I didn't have West in school, but I heard stories! I'm sure he was fun because your whole family was fun. My prayers are with you all. Hilary Carlson (Medinah Middle P.E.)

On behalf of ILSCO and those who knew West, worked with him, shared times at NAEDs, and on the many golf courses we enjoyed together, we send our thoughts and prayers to the family.

Gary Norris

West,

You were a great friend. Many of the times we spent together were legendary. I will miss you my friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to Jason and Blue and the rest of the Kindander family for their great loss.

West,
You will be sorely missed....
I have never before and never will experience anyone with your love of life.
I have never laughed as hard as I did with you...
Thank you for sharing some time with us.

I was truly sadden to learn of West passing. My smypathy to the Kinander family. His guardian angel is taking care of him now.

Dear Kinander Family,
My brother and I grew up with Westy's dad and uncle in Itasca - great memories! We are deeply saddened to read about his passing. We're confident Bruce and all of the Kinander Family will benefit from the support of friends and each other and will continue to celebrate life with memories and good times! Our sympathy . . . . .

I am deeply saddened by this news. Westy holds a special place in my heart. I was very fortunate to have spent many years working with him. I shall never forget his contagious smile and feeling that you were part of his family. The Kinander Family is truly special, I want you all to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jay,
I am so sorry to hear about Westy's passing, my heart was saddened to know of your loss. Find comfort that God is holding him safely at peace.
My Condolences to You and Your Family,
Sheri (Harris) Mazzocchi

To West family- our deepest condolences - West was our dear friend and we loved him. we wish we could have one more time with him to visit. Wes will be missed. But he is in our heart forever loved and remember. Mark Knight and Mary Burn

Dear Wes-
I wish I could have one more talk with you- as you were an amazing person with incredible insight. Mark and i will miss your friendship. good bye Wes- we love you forever your friends,Mary and mark

I'm at a loss for words about this tragedy. Westy was a great guy & will be missed. My heartfelt condolences to the Kinander family.

Westy was a good friend & we had a lot of fun growing up together from grade school through high school... It's sad to see a friend leave us at such a young age. We will all miss him dearly. My condolences to the Kinander Family.

Westy had this amazing ability when you were with him, even if he had not seen you in a while, with his bright smile and engaging personality to make you feel you were the most important person in his life.
We will all miss that.

To all of you who we love very much.
We send our love and wish so very much we could be there with you at this time. Harry and I have so many wonderful memories and that is how we will remember our wonderful Westy. Know that God is with you and West is now at peace and that is also a wonderful thing to posess at this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers and we send you much love.
Harry and Lynda Scarfe

To all the Kinander group...
I'm thinking about you and know your hearts are full of joy for all the good things that Westy meant to so many people.
Kay Bartram Craig

Oh H.W. I will miss such strong hugs from a little guy! You are a force that will never be forgotten, but missed entirely too much.

You will live forever in our memories.

Dear, dear Westy, an inherently kinder soul one could not find.

Jay,Blue,and Family...
No words may express our feelings...
My fond memories of Westy will never fade. Lake Lawn,NAED Meetings, and "emergency golf rounds" will last forever.
That smile, shirt off my back attitude, will never leave my mind.
I am a better person because of my association with your brother...

Albin and Beverly James and Family

To The Kinander Family -
We are so sad to hear of this loss. Westy was a true one of a kind friend. We have many great memories of all the times we shared together.
Love,

WEST , YOU WERE A TRUE FRIEND IN THE BEST & ROCKIEST OF TIMES OVER THE LAST FEW YEARS. I WILL MISS YOU DEEPLY AND THINK OF YOU OFTEN.TRILLAGE

Westy,
i will always have fond memories of you and all the great times we spent growing up together. You will be missed.

Our memories as good freinds growing up will always be remebered and never be fogotten. We will miss you dear friend....