Ernest Webster Obituary

Webster Webster, Ernest Wesley Composer, Conductor, Accordionist, Pianist, Music Professor, Founder of Webster School of Music Mr. Ernest Webster (b. 10/30/32, in Mt. Vernon, Ill.) passed away peacefully on Wed.3/10/10 at Holy Cross Hospital in Ft. Lauderdale with family members: Elizabeth Kennedy, Victoria Webster, and Kimberly Stanford at his side. He is survived by his wife, Lindsey Campos Webster; his daughters, Elizabeth Kennedy, Victoria Webster, and step-daughter, Lisa Stroming; his grandchildren, Shaun and Conor, and his siblings Rosalyn Winters, Mary Ellen Eason, Dennis Webster, Ruth Ann Jones, and Danny Webster. The visitation and funeral service will be conducted at the American Burial and Cremation Center at 1801 E. Oakland Park Blvd, in Ft. Lauderdale on Thursday, 3/19, from 5-9pm. A memorial page with pictures and more information about his life will soon be posted at www.legacy.com

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Mar. 14, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Ernest Webster

13 Entries

Jonn Barber

September 23, 2012

Mr. Webster was one of the most influential people in my life. He took a novice Accordion player and kid and turned him into a classical musician. It was a long way from The Donkey Serenade to Beethoven Sonatas but Ernie saw the best in me as a musician and wouldn't give up until he brought it out. He even guided me to be the first and only graduate from Florida Atlantic University with a music degree in Accordion. But it wasn't just the music discipline I learned under him. That discipline affected every area of my life and remains with me to this day. One of the finest musicians, guide, and Christisn brothers I have ever had the priviledge to know, Ernest Webster's passion for excellence, and for his students, will always remain with me.

Wade Mosely

September 23, 2012

I remember with fondness my days and evenings in the music school with Mr. Webster, as well as the various music competitions around Florida. He taught me a lot about music theory, performance, and appreciation. Even now, forty years later, I remember my first visit there and the very first piece I learned to play: "Ode to C", which consisted of a single note: Middle C :-) With Mr. Webster's tutelage, in just a few months I was playing Beethoven on stage with a first-place trophy at my side! The lessons he taught have stuck with me throughout my life, and I am forever grateful. Mr. Webster made a difference, and the world is a better place because of him. He will be missed!

I thank Ernie for my entire career of bringing music to hundreds of thousands!

Marvin Goldstein

June 28, 2010

Joseph Jaquinta

June 20, 2010

Mr. Webster gave me a great love of music as a child that I have held all of my life.

Ruth Ann Jones

March 21, 2010

I thank Vickie for doing such a beautiful and touching service which really did show his passion for music and his concern for his students,his love for his daughters and his love for each one of his siblings.We were so blessed to have him for a brother.Now he will walk the streets of Gold he is home with our heavenly father. His baby sister Ruth Ann

March 18, 2010

I'm sorry I could not be there tonight. My daughters Jennifer ansd Stephanie both took piano lessons for years. He was a great teacher and patient kind man. I have been ill with the flu but I'm glad Jennifer was able to go tonight

Anne Mallison

VIRGINIA WASSER

March 18, 2010

As a teacher, he pushed each of us to develop our talent to the fullest. His passion for music was contageous and evident in the arrangement we shared in the Symphonette. Over the many years of playing music based on Ernie's teachings, it truly becomes part of your soul...what a legacy!

Sue, Susan, and Kathy

March 16, 2010

While we didn't know your dad, he must have been a great man with two devoted daughters that loved and ared for him so much.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ellen Van Sant

March 15, 2010

My condolences to the family. Although, I have known them through living
in Plantation, I have respected the family members and the care they showed their father and sincere thoughts of others. My prayers and blessings, Ellen Van Sant

Albert Lustig

March 15, 2010

My condolences to the Webster family. Ernie was a perfectionist and keyboard virtuoso... teaching me at age six to read music before starting to read in school. Then on to the Symphonette. I miss those days dearly. Mr. Webster, you will be sorely missed.

Gary Glueck

March 14, 2010

Ernie Webster was the reason I kept my interest in music and playing the accordion which I still play today. He was a dynamic motivator in my early years to continue learning the accordion. We continued to stay in touch across the miles and has been a total friend in my life. I remember the dedication he had in music. I will miss him greatly.

Larry Benson

March 14, 2010

Soon there will be a heavenly version of the Webster Accordion Symphonette. Ernie lived for and loved music and especially the accordion. He was a very good teacher and mentor. He always had a song in his heart and music was his passion. My prayers are with the family as we all say, "good bye" to a fine musician and teacher.

Cynthia Piscatelli

March 14, 2010

He was a nice man and a amazing musician.. I"ll never forget him playing at Vicky's wedding.. So beautiful.. I pray he is at peace now.. MY condolences to the family.

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