At the age of 63, Zinaida “Zina” Westveer passed away suddenly on Monday, August 14, 2017, at her home in Prior Lake, MN.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, August 19, at 3 pm, with a time of gathering starting at 1 pm, both at Ballard-Sunder Funeral and Cremation 4565 Pleasant Street SE, Prior Lake. Pastor Diana Hunstad will preside. A private family interment will be held at Spring Lake Cemetery.
Zina was born on April 10, 1954 in Sinkiang, China to parents Valentin and Ekaterina (Slepchenko) Skripnik. She married David Westveer on June 27, 1981, in Minneapolis, MN.
Left to honor Zina’s life and mourn her passing is husband, Dave; children, Luke Westveer, Michell Westveer, Dustin Westveer, Lance Westveer, Bridget Lee, Tony Westveer; grandchildren, Abigail, Nick, Brittanie, Mariah; mother, Ekaterina Skripnik; siblings, Alex (Lisa) Skripnik, Vera Straw, Luba (Jonathan) Evarts, Tina (Ross) Bader; other relatives and friends.
Zina is preceded in death by grandson, Jesse Westveer; father Valentin; two infant siblings and brother-in-law, Jerry Straw.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family.
Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home and Cremation, Prior Lake Chapel, proudly served and cared for the Westveer family. www.ballardsunderfuneral.com
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Valarie St.Clair
My dear friend Vera and her family. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pj
Oh Michie girl! <3. I'm heading to NE for the eclipse, on that day. So want to give you a hug! Losing a Mom is so hard bit its amazing how she will remind you of her presence. She will always be with you. ❤️️ My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Kim Reed-Mancoronal
Uncle David, Luke, Michell, Dustin, Lance, Bridget , Tony and families, Jason and I are so sorry to hear about Aunt Zina…..Losing someone we love is not easy and no one can prepare you for a loss. Take comfort in knowing that you have been able to be a part of her life and you have been truley blessed to have been able to share in Zinas life. She is now resting in the arms of our Lord. Love you all….
Karen Johnson
I am so sorry to hear of Zina’s passing. We worked and lived together back in our Control Data employment days. Zinaida introduced me to my husband. I have some great memories of good times.
Lisa Uphoff
Blessings during this difficult time. May the Lord welcome Zina into his kingdom. And his loving grace be with all of you. In Jesus’s name. Amen
Love and Hugs
The Uphoff Family
Christopher Jason Torkelson
Hay guy’s. I just found out today about your mom. I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there Saturday but I will not be able to make it. You are all in my prayers and hope you can get through this some what easy. I know how hard it is to lose a loved one it sucks. Luke if you read this please give me a call buddie but text me before you call cause I live way out in the country and don’t get the greatest of service in the house so I have to step outside. My number is 612-295-6567.
Dawn Hallgrimson
So sad to hear of Zina’s passing. I have so many memories of garage get togethers, her wonderful cooking, our children starting school together. She was a sweet friend.
My thoughts & prayers are with the Westveers at this difficult time.
Deanna McCormick (Charles)
I’m so sorry to hear about my school mate friend Zinaida, we were very close in High School at Vocational Technical High School Class of 1973. Her talents in school were in Jewelry making and she designed the first ring my boyfriend, now husband gave me. Lots of memories flood back from the football games she cheered at to how beautiful she looked in her Cheerleaders outfit and Voc Tech Letterman’s Jacket.. We had lots of good times that we spent after school within our special group of close knit friends, Everyone enjoyed hanging out with her. Special times were staying over night at her house after football games and having someone you could count on as a friend. She is remembered and will be missed.
My thought and prayers go out to her family and friends,
with love,
Deanna McCormick (Charles)
Mrs. McKiver
Dustin, I was so very sorry to read about your Moms passing. I remember the love you had for her, and her for you. Stay strong and bask in her love and the love of our Lord Jesus.
Bob and Judy Reed
Dave and all your family, words are never enough at a time like this. Please know that we are here for all of you!
Rob & Susan Reed
Uncle Dave and family. We are so shocked, sorry and saddened to hear of aunt Zina’s passing. She had a wonderful, beautiful, good-natured way about her that glowed and enlightened your family and the whole extended Westveer family. I know she will live on in spirit through the lives of Luke, Michell, Dustin, Lance, their children and Bridget and Tony’s families as well. Our hearts and prayers are with you and the entire family during this difficult time. Know that she will be walking with the lord and beaming with pride as she watches over your family. Gone too soon, may she rest in peace. Love and prayers to you all.
Rob & Susan Reed
Orlando, FL
Sharon k. West
I just saw this notice. I am so very sad to hear of your mom. I so loved her children. If I had known I would have been there. Give the boys a hug for me and call or come over anytime, still doing daycare. My number on cell, 612 559 1174