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Charlotte Westendorff

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Charlotte Westendorff

Charlotte R. Westendorff

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Charlotte Westendorff Obituary

Charlotte R. Westendorff ASHEVILLE, NC - Charlotte Roempke Westendorff, 83, died peacefully at home on Dec. 23, 2014. Charlotte was born in Charleston, SC in 1931 to Carla and Louis J. Roempke. She had two sisters, Jean and Mary and a brother, Louis. Charlotte spent most of her long life in Charleston. She attended Bishop England High School and the College of Charleston where she was a Chi Omega. It was there that she met Clarence Westendorff, Jr., or "Sonny", and the two lovebirds married at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, in Charleston, SC, in 1952. For Charlotte, married life was busy and fun. She had her first two children, Karen and Kevin, in Norfolk, VA while living at the naval base there. From there the little yet growing family moved to Clemson, SC where 2 more children, David and Robbie, were born. From Clemson they moved to Oak Ridge, TN, and had 2 more children, Polly and Peter. Finally, the travelers returned to Charleston and had the last 2 of their 8 children-Mark and Meg. Charlotte was a long-time parishioner at Christ Our King Church, where she volunteered with the Saint Vincent de Paul Society for many years. Charlotte was also a long-time member of the Groves Garden Club. She was one of the original team of Volunteers who started East Cooper Community Outreach after Hurricane Hugo. This was one of the accomplishments Charlotte was the most proud of. She saw ECCO through many changes and much growth, and "retired" after 20 years of devoted service. Charlotte was predeceased by her parents, husband, Clarence Westendorff, Jr., her brother, Louis and sister, Jean. She is survived by her sister, Mary Barwick of Montgomery, AL., all 8 of her children including Karen Villeponteaux (Jay) of Harleyville, Kevin Westendorff (Suzanne) of Mt. Pleasant, David Westendorff (Wang Lin) of Shanghai, China, Robert Westendorff of Mt. Pleasant, Polly McElwee (Tom) of Mt. Pleasant, Peter Westendorff (Lani) of Winchester, VA, Mark Westendorff (Rebecca) of Wilmington, NC and Meg Winnecour (Josh) of Asheville, NC, 14 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren (and one more on the way!). Her funeral mass will be held at 11am on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2014 at Christ Our King Catholic Church. Charlotte requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to her beloved ECCO. 1145 6 Mile Rd., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29466. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Dec. 27 to Dec. 29, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Charlotte Westendorff

17 Entries

Terry Howard Cotton

December 21, 2020

So sorry to hear of your Moms passing. She was such a cool person. I always admired her.

January 7, 2015

Charlotte was an older cousin, whom I admired all my life. Her sister, Mary, was a very close and dear friend during my growing-up years.

Patty& Don Damewood

January 3, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to you all for your loss. Your mother was a wonderful lady and she will be greatly missed. We all loved her. Patty Don & family

Marisa Ferguson

December 31, 2014

I was so upset when I read your mother passed away; yet, am very thankful I was able to have a relationship with her, your father, and your kind family if only for a short time. I think about Clarence and Charlotte often and sincerely hope they are both at peace with each other (the two lovebirds!). Love, Marisa

Bobby Gay

December 30, 2014

David,
Please accept our sincere condolences. You and your family are in our prayers.

Pam and Bobby Gay

Michael Sullivan

December 30, 2014

What a great lady! I will always remember her warmth when we visited at your home. I am thinking of you all.

Irene Seadale

December 29, 2014

My heart and love go out to all of you. I loved her dearly. She was a wonderful Woman, friend, and Mother. We shared many hours of fun times together. She will be missed by many. Stay in touch. Love, Irene Mullinax Seadale

Jean howard Garren

December 29, 2014

My condolences, love and prayers to the entire family.
May Gid bless you and comfort you during this hard time.

Terry Howard-Cotton

December 29, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. What a wonderful person she was. Prayers for all the family during this hard time.

S. W.

December 29, 2014

May the peace of GOD comfort all at this time of sorrow. Sorry for your loss.

Maureen Bowler

December 29, 2014

To the Westendorff family, your mom and dad were great people who have a wonderful legacy in the family they produced. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Very sorry for your loss.

December 29, 2014

I'm sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort in knowing god cares for you.

carl mullinax

December 29, 2014

SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF YOUR MOTHER. GOOD MEMORIES FROM FIFTEEN YEARS AS NEIGHBORS. YOUR MOM WAS ALWAYS SPECIAL TO OUR FAMILY. MAY GOD BLESS YOU.

Angela Brunson

December 28, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Westendorff's passing. She was a very sweet lady who loved family. My prayers to her family.

Karen Delcioppo

December 28, 2014

Fond memories of her and your Dad when they lived at The Palms. A beautiful, loving couple. So sorry for your loss.

Jimmy Carroll

December 28, 2014

Great kind lady who produced and raised a wonderful family. She and Clarence were firm believers in giving back to the community and to their church.

John Carrere

December 28, 2014

Hi Cousins, sorry for the loss of your dear mother. Many happy childhood memories of visiting with you all on our annual visits to Charleston. Mom and I were able to visit with your parents shortly after Dad died in 1999. We had a wonderful dinner with them. Know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. May her soul and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace.

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