Charles-Bestor-Obituary

Charles Bestor

Amherst, Massachusetts

Dec 21, 1924 – Jan 16, 2016

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BORN
December 21, 1924
DIED
January 16, 2016
LOCATION
Amherst, Massachusetts

Obituary

AMHERST - The composer and educator Charles Bestor died in his sleep January 16, 2016, at his home in Amherst.Born Dec. 21, 1924, in New York City, to Arthur E. and Jeanette L. Bestor, Charles spent his childhood at the Chautauqua Institution where his father was president and in New York City,...

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I met charles at the virginia art residency ( VCCA) which we both attended at the same time some years ago. I have been in communication with him by phone off and on ever since that time. There was something about Charles, a combination of intelligence, understanding, sense of humor and simpatico that I was drawn to, and we had some wonderful conversations taking strolls at the VCCA campus. Before we parted company, Charles bought a black and white photo I had taken, a moody one of a person...

Leslie Ann, I am so sorry to read of your fathers passing. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Dear Jenner and family,
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May your fond memories bring you comfort.

Dear Jenner and Family,
Your father was a treasure and I feel honored to have known him for a brief time. I enjoyed his spirit and was saddened to hear of his passing. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Sincerely,
Laurie Korza