Charles W. Westover
Del Shannon
December 30, 1934-February 8, 1990
This monument stands in memory of Charles W Westover known to many as Rock 'N' Roll recording artist, writer and record producer, Del Shannon, by the people of Coopersville. He is remembered as a friend who never forgot his roots.Chuck was the son of Bert and Leone (Mosher) Westover. With his two sisters, he was raised in Coopersville. He was a member of the the Coopersville High School Class of 1953.
He married Shirley Nash in 1954. Their three children – Craig, Kymberley and Jody – were born in Battle Creek while Chuck served in the Air Force at Fort Custer. After having completed time in the army during that period he performed with a group at the Hi-Lo Club and wrote the 1961 hit "Runaway," with keyboard artist Max Crook.
As other successes followed, Del Shannon and his family moved to California. He toured internationally and wrote for other performers such standards as "I Go To Pieces."
Some of Chuck's other famous hits include "Hats Off To Larry" "Little Town Flirt" and "Keep Searchin'".
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music
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Location. 43° 3.845′ N, 85° 56.16′ W. Marker is in Coopersville, Michigan, in Ottawa County. Marker is on Main Street west of Ottawa Street, on the right when traveling west. Located in front of the Coopersville Historical Museum. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 363 Main St, Coopersville MI 49404, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 2 other markers are within 14 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Interurban Depot (a few steps from this marker); Jenison Museum (approx. 13½ miles away).
Also see . . . Biography of Del Shannon from his website. (Submitted on August 12, 2020.)
Credits. This page was last revised on August 12, 2020. It was originally submitted on August 8, 2020, by Lugnuts of Germantown, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 178 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 8, 2020, by Lugnuts of Germantown, Wisconsin. 3. submitted on August 12, 2020. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.
