Lanny Westerman

So many good memories of sitting in Mr. Westerman´s class and listening to his lectures of US History. Mr. Westermen lite the fire inside me for my love of history and patriotism for our country. Thank you Mr. Westerman, you will also be one of my core heroes who helped me become the person I am now.

When I began my education career in 1989 at West Jordan High School, many of my students talked about how much they loved Mr. Westerman's class. Although we were not in the same department, or even on the same floor, I had utmost respect and admiration for him as a teacher, and as a person. He was the type of educator that I hoped I could be like. Indeed, I am a better educator and person for knowing him. Condolences to his family.

I was a student of his the last two years he worked at West Jordan High, He was easily one of the best people I ever had the opportunity to know and the world lost a really great human being, I can still remember him introducing himself on the first day of class as a curmudgeon which he was far from!

Sandy, Sid and Ramona and all of your families. I was sad to hear of Lanny's Passing. He had a Joyful spirit that just makes me smile thinking of my many interactions in my youth. He will be sorely missed until we all meet again.

Mr. Westerman was one of the best teachers I had! He was funny, but serious. I cannot tell you how often in life I've realized that other people REALLY needed to have had Mr. Westerman's AP US History class!! I learned so much history from his class, but also how to write essays, gained an interest in historical sites, an understanding of history from numerous perspectives, and life skills I've used ever since. He was a great man, wonderful instructor, and made a difference in my life I will...

Definitely deserved all of the accolades he received as a teacher. One of the most effective teachers and caring people I knew during my formative years. My condolences to his family.

Mr. Westerman was wonderful. His AP US History course was the best preparation I received for college. But more than that, he helped prepare me for life. I am deeply grateful that I had the privilege to be taught by him. Condolences to all who will miss him.

Mr. Westerman was a one-in-a-million teacher. He taught history and how to think for oneself. Lots of love to his family.

Mr. Westerman was my favorite high school teacher and one of the most influential people in my life during my teenage years. Mr. Westerman taught US History and Current Events. But what he really did was teach us life lessons and the value of hard work. He taught us the value of self affirmation and speaking positively about ourselves. In fact, before we took any test in his class he would have everyone stand and recite Stuart Smalley's "I'm good enough. I'm smart enough. And doggone it,...