William W Westmoreland

October 8, 1949 - October 28, 2007

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William Wallace ?Butch or Barney? Westmoreland, Jr., 58, of 2707 Brushy Creek Road, passed away unexpectedly from natural causes on Sunday, October 28, 2007 while hiking on the Appalachian Trail. As a life long outdoorsman, Butch enjoyed fishing, snow skiing, kayaking, and hiking with family and friends. His work career included catering, food services, musician and volunteering with the CrisisLine. Born in Greenville County, he was the son of Frances Scott Westmoreland of Taylors and the late William W. Westmoreland, Sr. Surviving, in addition to his mother, are a sister and brother-in-law, Anne and Jack Duncan of Lexington; two nieces, Kelley Ingvarson and her husband, Erik, of Asheville, N.C., Jennifer Duncan of Lexington; two nephews, Chris Duncan and his wife, Melissa, and Matt Duncan all of Lexington; a great niece and nephew, Brooke and Hunter Duncan both of Lexington; and man?s best friend, Bridgett. Memorials may be made to Friends of the Upper Chattooga, 2368 Pinnacle Drive, Clayton, GA 30525. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, October 31, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown. The family will be at the home of his mother, 323 Angie Drive, Taylors.

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In the nearly 20 years that we have known Barney, we cannot remember a time that he did not have a smile on his face and he was always sure to put a smile on the face of anyone that he encountered. We are blessed to have had such a wonderful friend. A

So sorry to hear that Butch has passed. He enjoyed hiking with the Greenville Natural History Association. He took me flyfishing and kayaking. He was good company and will be missed by many. Susan Young, formerly of Greer.

Barney as a Greenville Natural History past board member and hike leader for many years, was a man I truly respected with outstanding hike leadership abilities, good common sense and great outdoor skills and he will certainly be missed very much. I appre

The news of Barney's passing came as quite a shock. I met Barney on a river rafting trip in West Virginia and enjoyed his company paddling rivers in our area. Anyone who ever met him would always remember him for his cheeful smile and a positive dispositi

Dear Fran, We cannot imagine how hard this is for you and your family. Please accept our condolences and know that you are in our prayers. Love, Paula, Brenda and Rainer

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Dear Fran, We cannot imagine how hard this is for you and your family. Please accept our condolences and know that you are in our prayers. Love, Paula, Brenda and Rainer

TO THE TRUEST FRIEND I'VE EVER KNOWN, GONNA MISS YA BARN!

I knew him as "Uncle Barney Oatmeal" since I was a kid...he was one of my dad's best friends, and we loved him like he was a part of our family. I wanted to share a Barney story that I've been thinking about the past few days that never fails to make m

Fran I am sorry to hear about the loss of your son. If I can do anything for you, please let me know.

Words cannot express the sadness and loss that we feel from the passing of Barney. He was not just a dear,dear friend, but a real buddy in the best and truest sense of the word. He was such a part of our lives in so many ways. We did so many things

I knew Barney through Lynne Scoggins, who introduced us and aranged hiking and kayaking trips. Barney was one of the kindest and caring gentlemen that I have ever met. He would always take care of this novice hiker and tuber. His love and knowledge of na

Aunt Francis & Anne - I am so sorry I could not make the services today. I realize how small our family has become and how I wished I could have visited with Butch. Butch was always a favorite cousin of mine. Always jolly and always having some kind of jo

I knew Barney through my mom, Lynne Scoggins. Like everyone else here, I also felt Barney was such a kind and genuine person. He was also gracious, he tended bar at my wedding last summer and we danced to the band....he was so fun! My mom always had funn

Butch will be misssed by so many. He was indeed a truly special person. The time that I spent with him will be remembered for many years to come. Yes, some times were good and some were not so good, but still I am greatful for them all. Fran and Ann, plea

I have waited a while to write this trying to find the words. I guess "all words" as well as "no words" can truly express what we have felt in these past weeks after such a loss. I have been so lucky to have been given the gift of being included not b

To everyone who knew Barney, William and Butch. There are not enough words to describe what he meant to everyone. His smile and laughter touched so many lives. All he had to do is to walk into a room and it would light it up. He was such a great person an

so sorry to hear about william. I only got to know him for a short while, but he was one of the most kind and caring individuals i ever met. I will always remember him. May his spirit live in all of us.

I worked with Butch at the Peace Center for 12 years. Butch was my friend as well as a friend to all and he will be missed terribly. He was always with a smile and a joke. I have never been so shocked as to hear of his death. He loved the outdoors. I

Fran, our deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family. Sincerely, Frank & Vera

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I would like to express my condolences to the Westmoreland and Duncan families. From all the stories I've heard about Butch from Erik and Kelley and my own conversations with him at their wedding, I know what a special person he was. My thoughts are

I hiked and camped with Barney many times and he bartended my son's rehearsal party. Wow did he keep that rowdy bunch within their limits. He was always upbeat and kindness just radiated from him. And did he ever love little Bridgett!! So many of our l

Barney was a true connoisseur and lover of adventure, the outdoors and food. He lived each day to the fullest and never wasted a precious moment. He experienced more in his 58 years than most of us ever will, a life well-lived. He touched my life and I wi

We knew Barney through my brother and we--as many others--will remember the always wonderful smile on his face. Even though we didn't see him often,he will be greatly missed! Our love and prayers go out to his family and his Bridgett.

Barney always had a smile on his face. He loved life and life loved him. He never met a stranger and he had a heart of gold. I've never met anyone like him, he was definitely one of a kind. Barney was my best friend and we shared so much together. He'll a

I knew him as Butch I knew him as Anne?s brother I knew him as Jennifer?s, Chris?, Kelley?s, and Matt?s uncle I knew him as Fran?s son I knew him as owner of Big Time, Bowdean, and Bridgett Many people knew Butch, Barney, or William in many ways Ver

I don't think William, Barney, or "Butch" as most of his family called him cared what anyone called him, as long as you called him "friend". I share many memeories of Butch, but none more special than those I remember when I was a young child. Butch was a

Butch was a truly wonderful man and he will be sorely missed. My love for him has never and will never die.

My dear sweet Aunt Francie and Anne; my heart breaks for both of you; I cannot imagine loosing such a sweet-loving and caring person. My cousin, Butch, what a special young man, always smiling, looking at life so brightly, and he became an outdoorsman ju

Barney was my friend, and he was a true friend, always giving, never asking. I always admired him for his joy of life, and the sheer simplicity of it. I will miss him on the water, I'll miss him on the trails, I'll miss his great stories. Barney was one

We wish to express our deepest condolences to the Westmoreland and Duncan families on their great loss. We only had the pleasure of meeting Butch during one week-end, but we still feel that we became good friends. Butch's happy and friendly nature mad

Although, Barney & I only talked on a few occasions and Sunday was our first hike the sentiments expressed by his friends, is the impression I found in this man. You couldn't have asked for a more perfect hiking day, and he was awed by the spectacular vi

As Butch's sister I would personally like to thank everyone who has visited, shared stories and sent memorials in Butch's behalf. Our family was a little disappointed that more of Butch's life was not shared with you all during the memorial so I would lik

My condolences to all of Barney's relatives and friends. I have hiked with Barney and understand how much he enjoyed being on the trails in South and North Carolina. His appreciation of the natural beauty of our area will be missed.

We had the honor of knowing Barney through the Eddys and the Matthews The Ravens from Greenwood. Though we didn't see him often, we always looked forward to the times we were together. In case you don't know it, he has an official dance named in his ho

i had the pleasure of Butch as i knew him being my very first friend. I havent talked to him in many years but I always knew I could and always thought I would. my thoughts and prayers go out to Fran and Ann who are for me extended family.. Al Balla

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