Rick West Obituary (1951 - 2023)

Richard David West was born in Lansing, MI on May 17, 1951, to Paul and MaryLou West. He is the oldest of four siblings and was a lifelong resident of Lansing graduating from Lansing Eastern High School. He leaves behind three children, Melissa (Shawn) Trafford, Charles (Seidy Rivas) West, Jessica (David) Leese; grandchildren, Rachelle (Jason) Liguori, Chelsea Trafford, Noah Trafford, Jacob Trafford, Madeline West, Isabel West, Tyler Leese, Christian Leese. Rick is Survived by his sisters, Marsha (Scott) Younglove, Nancy Franke. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Sharon (Dick) Keck. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at his daughters home. For more information please email: chuckwest80@yahoo.com. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Foundation in Rick's name.