Delbert Vern Westman

Long time Fortuna businessman, Del Westman has died at 86.

Born in Washington State, Del settled in Humboldt County with his family as a young boy. He graduated from Eureka High School, then Humboldt State College, where he obtained a business degree.

He owned several businesses in Fortuna, first with his family, then with his wife Elsie, but is known best for his store — Del's Liquors & Deli — where he made many long lasting friendships.

Del loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed taking friends and family out on the ocean in one of his many boats to catch "the big one."

He was a member of the Rotary Club of Fortuna where he was active for many years. He was a member of Ducks Unlimited and also helped found the Peaked Prairie Gun Club.

He was preceeded in death by his mother Virginia Longhi, father Vern Westman, brother Dick Westman, sister-in-law Carol Westman, sister-in-law Mary Antongiovanni, nephew Brian Westman and granddaughter Gretchen O'Neil.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Elsie Westman, son Kurt Westman, daughter Lori Bohn (Steven), sister Kathy Morry (Peter), step sons Jimmy O'Neil (Leslie) and Jeff O'Neil (Bonnie), as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins, all of whom he loved dearly.

The family would like to thank Dr. Baird and the nurses and staff at Sequoia Springs for the wonderful care they gave Del during his short stay there.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Hospice of Humboldt, or your favorite charity.

At Del's request, there will not be any services held.

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