Susan Leigh Westfall

Susan Leigh Westfall (née Nesbit), age 67, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025, after a prolonged battle with Alzheimer's disease. Throughout the journey, she somehow managed to maintain her compassion, kindness, and gratitude. She passed away at her home in Micanopy, Florida surrounded by loved ones. She was born on March 20, 1958, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Susan lived a life rich in faith, family, and joyful service.
Raised in New Jersey, Susan graduated from Pitman High School, Pitman, NJ in 1976. She later attended Brigham Young University–Hawaii Campus, where her love for learning and adventure continued to blossom. Her life was marked by a deep devotion to her faith as a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her testimony of her Heavenly Father and Savior Jesus Christ guided every aspect of her life and inspired her tireless service to others.
Susan married the love of her life, Charles Arthur Westfall III, and together they cherished 46 beautiful years of marriage. Their home was filled with music, laughter, warmth, and the joyful chaos of raising five children: Charles (Amber) Arthur Westfall IV, Jillian Elizabeth Westfall, David Andrew Westfall, Robin (Austin) Blythe Joiner, and Richard (Caela) Blair Westfall. Her legacy continues through her beloved grandchildren: Charles Arthur V, Katherine Ivy, Jillian Reese, Eliza Anne, William Edward, and Charlotte Marie Westfall; Holden and Colson Westfall; Morgan Black and Elijah Noel Joiner; Gloria Jeanne, Walter Tracy, and Seward Bradford Westfall.
Family was at the center of everything Susan did. She embraced her role as wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was deeply connected to her parents - Robert Edward and Cecil Claire Nesbit; and siblings-David Nesbit (Tupou), Richard Nesbit (Jane), Robin Ahping (Miti), Sandra Money (Alan), Carol Johnson (Dean), and Robert Scott Nesbit (Colleen) and to her father-in-law Charles Arthur Westfall Jr. and siblings-in-law Charlene (William) Cunningham, and the late Cindy (George) Clarke.
Susan had a love for life that made everyone want to be near her. Known for being kind-hearted and fun loving, she had a contagious laugh that could light up a room. She also enjoyed sports and was a lover of music. Susan especially enjoyed watching her children play soccer and perform live music. She loved animals and the outdoors and rescued countless cats and dogs.
Though she didn't know how to bake when she first married, Susan took it upon herself to learn - taking classes and practicing on her ever-willing family. It wasn't long before her humble efforts grew into an extraordinary talent. She was known for creating beautiful wedding cakes that graced celebrations among friends and family. At her 65th birthday party - surrounded by more than 80 loved ones - the room erupted with raised hands when asked how many had received one of Susan's cakes.
Susan Leigh "Susie" Westfall leaves behind a legacy of unwavering faith, boundless generosity, heartfelt laughter, and enduring love - a legacy that will continue to inspire all who knew her.
May her memory bring peace to those who mourn her passing and joy to those who remember the light she brought into their lives.