I just learned about the passing of David Westfall (in May). It is a tremendous loss. He was an extremely talented man with a heart of gold. My thoughts and prayers are with Luisa, Richard, and families, during this Christmas season and moving forward into 2023. All very challenging. God Bless.
Penny Earl
Vocal Student 1991-1993

We met this wonderful couple in their golden years and were blessed to visit their home, church and attend the political events that Luisa is so fond of. David would always say that she was the activist and he was there to accompany her. I remember his humble and kind demeanor. I am so impressed with all the great achievements and talents that the Lord gave him. A life well lived, truly a remarkable couple. Luisa, sabes que lo vas a ver de nuevo y que nunca estás sola, querida amiga. Bendiciones.

I am David's sister. We were so fortunate to have great parents. They encouraged us to follow our dreams. David was so great in music and because of them ,David went to college. I remember him practicing and composing all my life.
I am so proud of him and to be his sister. Miss you lots. I hope they needed
A choir director in heaven.

Heaven has gained a gem in David. Luisa.... I'm so sorry for your loss and sincerely wish you peace and comfort in the days ahead. What special memories you will always hold in your heart. I always admired you both to share not only your love but also your unique musical talent with each other and your church family at Zion. His kindness was a blessing for all of us. Sending our love and prayers to you and to Richard and his family too. Curtis & Ruth Ann. 

David was one of a kind. He was truly my friend and Joes...you didn't wander about David. He was a firm strong man but then he was also like a teddy bear.  I know no one as smart . He not only knew about music but electrical, chemical and all sorts of mechanical things. He just always amazed me. He showed interest in me and lifted me up to think I was able to do things that I felt were impossible. He loved God and this country. He loved to garden and share his harvest. Dave could carry on an interesting conversation with most anyone. He was so intelligent but he NEVER made anyone feel any less then his equal. I will always remember how David would look at me when he tried to sneak a cookie without Louisa seeing him and he had that smirkish grin on his face. I will forever remember the cottage home at Lake Buckhorn. He loved to invite friends there to enjoy his little piece of West Virginia in Ohio. He tried so many times to recite the directions to get to the property and everytime Joe and I would get lost. Oh boy. We had so many plain fun times together. I will miss my friend. I had hope his last opera would have been able to have been performed before he left this world. Thanks Dave for letting me hear several movements.  It is a wonderful patriot piece of work I pray the world will get to hear it some day. Now is the time we need to hear such fine pieces of music. It was an honor to both Joe and I and our whole family to be a friend of Davids. He was truly a man of God . He left a beautiful family with many of the same virtues. R.I.P. 

I was a student of both David and Luisa’s many years ago. I have very fond memories and have always adored them. Very sad to see David’s passing. Thinking of Luisa and family during this time. There will never be another like David and he will be very missed.

"Dad provided me with great opportunities in life. I am who I am because of his incredible influence. I loved to ask questions and get his advice and perspectives. I loved his positive and cheerful spirit. He was a gentle, caring man as well as friend. I will continue the mission here until it is time to reunite in Heaven, where I look forward to hearing more of your music, Dad. Love, your appreciative son, Richard."

"David was a very caring person. He had a big heart and always liked to help people. His music was Heavenly. Our marriage was an adventurous, wonderful 56 years. See you on the other side, David. Love, your adoring wife, Luisa."