Deland, Florida
George Addison West, 81, of DeLand, Florida, musician and jazz educator, died under hospice care on Saturday, January 19, 2013, after living courageously with Myeolodysplastic syndrome (MDS) for several years. Influencing countless students and colleagues throughout an academic career that...
Read MoreGeorge was dearly loved and respected by so many of us who worked and played with him at Blue Lake. The world is a sadder place without him.
Ann Marie Bingham
January 23, 2013 | Huntington, WV
Dear Jean, please know that my prayers are for God's comfort for you and your family and His assurance of George's position in Heaven with our Lord Jesus Christ. I have many fond memories of George and me teaching at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp, performing together with the Blue Lake Festival band under Dr. Harry Begian, and traveling in Europe for many years as fellow conductors with the Blue Lake International Exchange Program Ensembles. May God's love sustain and protect you and your...
Earle Louder
January 23, 2013 | Clearfield, KY
George was a truly unforgettable person...fantastic musician, tireless educator, champion of the arts and one incredibly funny human being. You will be missed on the bandstand, my friend. God Speed.
Peter Waidelich
January 22, 2013 | Ormond Beach, FL
Doc... you were my greatest inspiration... may God grant you the peace you deserve
Bill Jones
January 22, 2013 | Hampton, VA
A tribute post to the legacy of a truly dedicated director, who made a huge difference in the lives of so many musicians & students. We will miss you George .. especially at Lakeside this year :_. RIP George & thank you for the years of friendship & music.
Lisa Kelly
January 22, 2013 | Jacksonville, FL
