Westcott Funeral Home

09/26/2025

Animals are cute and cuddly, but did you know that they can also help you grieve? Check out this article to learn how animals can support you when you’re grieving.

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09/26/2025

At Westcott Funeral Home, we believe in supporting all parts of life not just death. That’s why we’ve begun a new “boots on the ground” volunteer initiative that gets us out into the community, working alongside organizations that make a difference for people, the environment, and the world we share.

One of our recent projects took us to ECO Farm, part of the Earth Citizens Organization (ECO) — a nonprofit dedicated to sustainability, natural health, and community service. ECO Farm is a living model of regenerative farming, promoting food justice and teaching our community how to connect with nature and grow healthy, organic food. 🌎💚

We’re proud to support ECO’s mission of helping people live mindfully, care for their health naturally, and give back to their communities.

This is just one step in our ongoing commitment to serving our neighbors in meaningful ways.

09/26/2025

Eugene Robert McGory

Eugene Robert McGory died September 22, 2025, at home. Gene was born February 19, 1935, to the late Eugene and Margaret McGory of Rochester, NY. Gene resided in Rochester and Henderson, NY, Bisbee and Cottonwood, AZ.

Gene loved God, the USA, Pearl, his children and her children. He was an all around good guy and his life was varied and full. His happiest times as an Eastman Kodak electrician was before he had to use the computer! His hobbies were birding, fishing, hunting and trap shooting. His outdoor adventures included shooting a 6 point elk in WY in 1972. He shot trap until 2023 with the Henderson Trap Team. He was an excellent shot, and shot many 25s. He cut and hand split firewood until he was 84.

In his travels around the world, he watched a baby elephant go under mother's belly in Kenya, rode a camel to the Pyramids in Egypt, walked the Catacombs of Rome, hiked around Machu Picchu in Peru, sighted a rare Ross's gull on a trip to see polar bears in Churchill, Manitoba, swam with pink dolphins in the upper Amazon River, enjoyed the hot springs in Antarctica, watched a platypus and giant fruit bats in Australia, and many more.

He was an avid expert birder beginning as a small child (taught by his dad) to teaching Pearl, his family, and helping many others refine their birding skills.

His survivors include his wife Pearl, children Rhonda (Harrylee) Coates, Jace McGory, Brad McGory, Joel (Lee) Sherman, Dianne Palmatier, Patrick (Melanie) Grandelli, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sisters Mary Steele and Bernadette Puskas, nieces, nephews, and cousins. His son, Grant McGory, predeceased him.

In lieu of flowers, Gene would say "Support your local high school trap team."

View Eugene Robert McGory's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

09/24/2025

Rebecca Ann Starr Young

Our beloved Rebecca Ann Starr Young entered into this life on October 11, 1970 and departed on September 18, 2025 in Cottonwood, AZ.

Rebecca spent her life never meeting a stranger and loving all who came into her life. She found great joy in acting, singing and dancing on stage and off. Her independent nature and desire to do all that she could, meant she led a full life. Whether it was playing soft ball and bowling, riding the mechanical bull at the rodeo, traveling with her mother and friends to exotic places, or simply being part of her family, circle of friends and the community, she enjoyed it all. She never stopped moving or learning, she was not one to be idle.

Rebecca was preceded in death by her father Eugene Young, mother Penny Spillman, brother Robert Young, brother-in-law David Brown Jr. and two nephews. She is survived by her brothers Dan (Maureen) Young, Mark (Deborah) Young, Raymond Young, Andrew Young; her sisters Sharon Thompson, Christine (Tom) Gapinsky, Lidora Daymude (Dewayne); sisters-in-law DeShannan Young, Dawn Martinez; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A viewing will begin at 9:00 am on Saturday, September 27th at the Westcott Funeral Home, 1013 E Mingus Avenue, Cottonwood, followed by the funeral services at 10:00 am. Interment will take place at Cottonwood Cemetery, after which all are welcome to come to the Maui Hall at Y.E.S. the Arc for the reception.

Friends are invited to honor Rebecca in any way meaningful to them; those who wish may make contributions to Y.E.S. The Arc’s Performing Arts program (yesthearc.org or PO Box 1061, Cottonwood, AZ 86326) where her Starr light shined the brightest.

View Rebecca Ann Starr Young's obituary, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

09/24/2025

You still have time to register!

Our Peace of Mind Seminar is TOMORROW — Thursday, September 25 at 12:00 p.m. at The Krow Bar & Grill (321 S Main St, Cottonwood, AZ). It’s not too late to save your seat!

📞 Call (928) 264-1305 or scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP. We hope to see you tomorrow!

09/23/2025

After losing someone you love, you’ll have to make dozens of decisions, but you don’t have to do everything on your own.

With our tight-knit staff by your side, you will not only receive the best professional care possible, but you will be known by name and your every need will be heard and addressed. You can count on it!

To learn more about us, go to the staff page at www.westcottfuneralhome.com/about-us/our-staff or stop by to visit with us in-person!

09/22/2025

September 22 marks the first official day of fall. Cooler weather, pumpkin spice everything, and the changing of the seasons...what’s your favorite thing about fall?

09/22/2025

09/22/2025

Our Peace of Mind Seminar is TOMORROW!

Join us on Tuesday, September 23rd at 1:00 PM at the Verde Valley Senior Center. 🍰 Enjoy dessert with us as we invite you to learn how planning your final wishes may shield your family from unnecessary emotional and financial burdens.

It’s not too late to join us — bring your questions and discover how planning ahead can bring peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

09/22/2025

Donald Galati

Donald John Galati was born in Manchester, Connecticut on August 7, 1938. He went home to be with Jesus on September 18, 2025 at the age of 87.

Don grew up in Windsor, Connecticut and graduated from Trinity College in Hartford in 1960. He went on to teach physics and math and coach sports at a private boarding school in Cornwall, Connecticut. He also taught in South Bend, Indiana and at Makawao, Maui, and at Yavapai College in Prescott.

Shortly after moving to Prescott in 1980, a "chance meeting" with three golfers at Antelope Hills changed his life. The men joined Don to make a foursome. Turns out they were all from the Foursquare Church (now, the Potter's House). That night, May 22, 1980, at the age of 41, Don was "born again". His was a radical conversion.

In 1988, a year after expressing to his pastor that he had a burning desire to take the gospel into Communist China, Don was launched into the city of Shenzhen.

While there, he smuggled in Chinese bibles from Hong Kong, and led many souls to the Lord. During a five year span in which he ministered the gospel in eleven nations, he saw God work numerous miracles of healing, with many precious souls coming to Christ.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Agnes Galati, his step-mother, Ann, Half-sister, Marcia, and his brother, Mike. He is survived by several cousins and nieces in Australia, Hawaii, California, and Connecticut.

View Donald Galati's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

09/19/2025

Writing a eulogy for a loved one who has died can be a challenging task, especially when you’re also processing your grief. AI can help make the writing process easier! Click below to learn how to write a personalized eulogy with AI.

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09/18/2025

According to a recent report, 62.3% of long-term care is covered through Medicaid. But Medicaid only kicks in once a family's life savings are depleted by nursing home care. That is why it is so important to preserve and protect assets before it’s too late.

Call us for information on how to preserve assets with a specially structured prepaid funeral plan! We’re here to help!