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Nicole Marie and Devin James Westerhoff

Nicole Westerhoff Obituary

Westerhoff, Nicole Marie Services for Nicole Marie Westerhoff (nee Donovan), 23, and her son, Devin James Westerhoff, 4, will begin with Chapel Prayers, at 9:15 a.m., Saturday, at the Schmaedeke Funeral Home, 10701 S. Harlem Ave., Worth and proceed to Our Lady of the Ridge Church for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, 111th and Ridgeland Ave. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m., Friday. Nicole was born June 28, 1982, her son, Devin James was born May 4, 2001. They died Monday, October 10, 2005. Devin was the dear son of Nicole and Harry Westerhoff. Nicole was the wife of Harry Westerhoff, mother of Devin, daughter of Michael (Natalie nee Spielberg) Donovan and Kimberly Donovan (nee Scholz), sister of Kristopher Donovan, granddaughter of Karen Jordan-Watanabe, Jeff and Joyce Nicola and the late James Donovan, cousin of Kristen Donovan, Keith and Karen Taylor, Kelly Asmussen, Amanda, Nicole, Jessica, Jacob and Jade, niece of Thomas Donovan, Holly Donovan and Mark Scholz, daughter-in-law of Eleanor and George Wierzbicki II and sister-in-law of Jason (Michelle) Westerhoff, George Wierzbicki III and Jackie (Jr.) Sonsiadek, 708-448-6000

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 13, 2005.

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Jennifer Gomez

December 6, 2005

I'm sorry for the loss of your family members. It saddens me to hear that a little baby had to passaway. I live in texas but I seen the guestbook and it touched me to see how many people loved that little baby and his loving mom. I wish the family well, and I hope your grief lessens with everyday that passes.

Eleanor Wierzbicki

November 7, 2005

My Dearest Nicole and Devin,

It's been 4 weeks now, since

you've been called home,to live in

our Father's home. I miss you!!!! everyday more and more,I still can

not belive I cann't call you or see

you. I ache everyday to feel your

hug and kisses, to see your beautiful smiles, and hear your sweet laughter. Until we are together again, I'll MISS YOU!! and LOVE YOU!!!! FOREVER AND EVER!!

LOVE ALWAYS!

Mommy,Grandma

Wendy Way

October 19, 2005

You don't know me but I just want to tell you my heart goes out to the Donovan and Westerhoff families, my thoughts and prayers are with you. This is the hardest thing that anyone can experience. May God bless your family.

JERRY KATAUSKAS

October 18, 2005

NO WORDS CAN REMEDY SUCH A HORRIFIC LOSS.MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY AND MAY YOU FIND PEACE.MY PRAYERS FOR DEVAN,NICOLE AND THERE FAMILY.

Tabetha Bloemke

October 17, 2005

I am so sorry for this family's loss. I went to school with Kris last year and I know how much he loved his sister and his nephew. I am sure they are watching over their family from Heaven and are their guardian angels. You are in my thoughts and prayers. (Kris if you ever need anyone to talk to just know that im here for you okay? call me anytime...)

BECKY ALEXANDER

October 17, 2005

My deepest sympathy to Nicole's family. Nicole worked where I work.

She was such a bubbly young lady and

loved her little boy so much. She talked about him all the time. I will miss her - she stopped by my desk and always talked of her love for her little boy. May the Lord bring peace to the family.

Becky Alexander

Kristine Caruso

October 17, 2005

I am very sorry about your loss! I do not know your family, but wish there was something that I could do to help the hurt! You are all in my thoughts!

Julie

October 16, 2005

I too, do not know the family, but am sadden but such a tragic loss. I cannot imagine the families pain or grief. A very good friend of mine lost her life on Oct.9, and her baby daughter is fighting for her life now, in the same situation as your family. I will keep your family, and my friends in prayer.

Take comfort in knowing God is with you, as well as your loved ones whom HE holds hands with now.

Marsha Fitzpatrick

October 16, 2005

Sorry for your loss, I am so saddened by your loss of Nicole and Devin. May God be with you Marsha

JOAN FITZPATRICK

October 16, 2005

NICOLE AND DEVIN ARE IN HEAVEN NOW. GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF THEM AND HOLD THEM SAFE FROM ANYMORE PAIN. PLEASE WATCH OVER BUDDY...

donna paver

October 14, 2005

Buddy & family, I was one of the ER nurses for Devin. Carol, Christine & myself will never forget Devin & your family. We have talked about that night everyday. I am at such a loss for words, just know that Devin & Nicole touched our lives that night & they will never be forgotten. May you all one day find peace in your hearts.

Georgina Kalantzis

October 14, 2005

To the Donovan and Westerhoff families, I am so sorry for your loss. I went to high school with Nicole, I considered her a very good friend. I haven't seen her since Devin's baby shower, but I know she was happy, she was gonna be one the world's greatest mothers, that is what I thought when I was at the baby shower. She was always such a giving and caring person, such a beautiful person inside and out. I think anyone who had the pleasure of spending any time with Nicole was lucky, she was there for you whenever you needed a shoulder to cry on or to just sit around and laugh about all the stupid things you used to do. The world suffered a great loss, when Nicole and Devin were taken from us on October 10th. I believe God had a bigger plan for them in mind, they are safe, and they are together. Nicole and Devin, heaven's newest angels, you will be missed very much, and know that although I didn't see you in a long time, you are always going to be in my heart and my thoughts. I love you.

shannon [reid]shuter

October 14, 2005

I'M SO SORRY FOR WHAT YOU HAVE TO BE GOING THREW.I PRAY FOR YOU FOR GOD TO GET YOU THREW YOUR HARD TIME.NICOLE WAS MY COUSIN IT'S SO SAD WHAT HAPPENED TO HER AND HER BABY.I'LL KEEP HER AND DEVIN IN MY PRAYERS. ALWAYS SHANNON AND FAMILY

mary

October 14, 2005

i am so sorry for the lost of your wife and son i did not know them but my heart goes out to you

Marianne Kerstein

October 14, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

Nadine Stachon

October 14, 2005

Buddy,

Our whole department at Marianjoy

has been praying for Nicole and

Devin. We will always remember Nicole's sweet ways.

Kim

October 14, 2005

My Prayers are with Nicole & Devan and with their families left behind. God bless them all.

Sandra Deardorff

October 13, 2005

Mike, Natalie, Buddy and family,

You are in our hearts, and our prayers are with you all. God Bless.

Sandra and Family.

Colleen B.

October 13, 2005

I did not know Nicole or Devin, but as a mom of a young son, I was so upset that a young mother and her child were killed so senselessly. They both had so many years ahead of them and I know it must be so hard to comprehend how something so horrible can happen. My sympathies and prayers go out to the family members at this time and I really pray justice is done in this case so further tragedies like this can be prevented.

Jeffrey Mack

October 13, 2005

Harry,

Carol and I cannot find words to express our sympathy and sorrow for your tragic loss. We can only offer you our friendship and love and we will always remember with joy your beautiful wife and son. Ever since we met your family that evening in the Chinese restaurant in West Chicago, we have thought of you, Nicole and Devon as a very special family, in a way a part of ours. I always enjoyed chatting with Nicole by your apartment and especially looked forward to seeing Devon, who was always curious about what I was doing. While we cannot possibly understand the depth of your grief, your loss is also ours. But we are confident that you will regain your footing and find happiness and fulfillment in your life. You and Nicole showed us maturity well beyond your years. And we believe that that will help provide you the strength and courage to move beyond your immediate grief. You and your fmaily will always have a special place in our hearts and we hope and pray that you find some peace and comfort in knowing we share your sorrow...Jeff and Carol

a passerby

October 13, 2005

May perpetual light shine upon them...

Adam &Andrea Kaminski

October 13, 2005

Buddy, we are so sorry for your loss,God CAN give you peace that passeth all understanding.

donna

October 13, 2005

I did not know nicole or her son, but just by reading about this tragedy and the great-loving person that she was I wish i could have known her and devin. I will keep them and everyone else affected by this tragedy in my prayers.

God Bless

Chris, Chris (Klock) & Kyle Wenzel

October 13, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Our hearts go out to you and your family.

Nancy Klintworth

October 13, 2005

I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. May God give you grace and peace in your hearts. I did not know them, but I know that God knows them and are keeping them safe. Have that assurance!

Joanah Vicenteno & Kim Granados

October 13, 2005

We are deeply sorry for your losses. We will have the fondest memories of Nicole and Devin. They were such sweet people and brought a lot of smiles to many. They will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathies to the family and we are here if you need anything. Love you all.

Allen & Tera Leigh (Kaminski)

October 13, 2005

Buddy & Family: Our prayers are with you and we pray you find peace and comfort through Him. He will carry you and give you the strength you never knew you could have. You are in our constant prayers. We really love you.

dianna johnston

October 13, 2005

my deapest sympathy for your loss. they were too young.

Ann Marie Kidder (Kaminski)

October 13, 2005

Buddy, I am SO sorry for your great loss! I pray that somehow you and your family will find peace and comfort in the middle of this. My heart is so heavy for you.

Cindy Keith

October 13, 2005

Dear Donovan's,

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. If god was looking for more angels, He found them in Nicole and her son.

October 13, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Ralph & Marilyn Perez

October 13, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Michael Donovan family.

October 13, 2005

Harry: My deepest sympathy to you for the loss of not one but two of your loved ones. I can only imagine the pain you now feel. May you find some comfort knowing that your son is in heaven with his mother and that someday you will be reunited with them in the kingdom of heaven. I will keep you and your family members in my prayers and thoughts. As you father-law said

Nicole and Devin did not die in vain and I know justice will prevail in the end. May god keep you in his grace.

Travis & Marietta LeBansky/Curtis

October 13, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Nicole & Devan will be remembered and deeply missed.

Dayna Garcia

October 13, 2005

Nicole was a very sweet person. She always was smiling and laughing. She talked much about her husband and son and how much she loved them both. Devin was a sweet, funny boy. He always had something to say. They will be missed dearly.

LAURIE VARGAS

October 13, 2005

NICOLE AND DEVIN WILL BE MISSED DEARLY. THEY WERE BOTH FULL OF LIFE.

Glenn & Donna Gavril

October 13, 2005

Nicole and Devine are rememberered in our thoughts and prayer.

October 12, 2005

I did not know them personally, still, my deepest sympathies to the family. May God hold them in the palms of His hands.

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