Susan Leigh Westfall
March 20, 1958 ~ August 16, 2025
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.
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Dear Chuck & all the kids,
We’re so sorry to hear of Sue’s passing & disappointed that we let so much time go by since visiting with her. We have many happy memories of parenting our children together, & serving with her in at church. We cherish Chase’s friendship with Dan during that time & I (Marsha)have happy memories of my time teaching Jillian.
We remember the happiness she brought her mother when her mom’s health started failing. Sue loved & cared for her faithfully.
Not only could Susan bake, she could cook! We’ve been the recipient of many meals & treats throughout our friendship.
We have many thoughts & memories but most important is that she is one of the most Christ- like people we’ve been associated with. What loss you must feel in your home! She is now at peace, waiting to embrace you again. We send our love & prayers during this difficult time.
Ed & Marsha Haddock
Susan was kind, loving and had such a positive attitude it was impossible not to love her. Serving with her never felt like service. It was a pleasure.
Chuck, my heart aches for you and your kids at her parting. Her absence took light out of the world leaving what feels like a black hole. You are constantly in my prayers and thoughts. ❤️
The Money Family all send their love and prayers to Chuck and all the family.
My older sister Susan (by 16 months only) was like my twin.
We were best of friends from birth (I have a picture to show it) and through the teen years and have enjoyed a close relationship all these years.
We will miss her but we know she is in the hands of the Savior.
I worked with Susan at UF Small Animal Hospital. Susan’s kind heart and warm spirit brought comfort to so many pet parents during stressful visits to the clinic. She was an absolute joy to be around and she was greatly missed by her colleagues when she left. Susan was my friend and I hate that Alzheimer’s took her from us. My world is less without her in it.
My dear Susie oh how I love you so! Susan was my perfect friend (to me) and truly my Sister. My heart is so broken for Chuck & her precious family. I enjoyed all the time with her going ministering and serving in Young Womens & Relief Society. The love people had for her was so infectious. She loved going to lunch with the girls and eating ice cream or just anything just to be around people. I have lost my Bestie and Sister and I will always hold her dear to my heart. I love you my Sis and willi miss you dearly! Good Bye for now until we meet again.
I love Susan. I love Chuck.
Though I didn't know Susan well, I always found her, thoughtful, reasonable and fun. Susan is cherished.
I didn’t know Susan, but I know Andy, and that her kindness and laughter shine on through him.
When I was 5 years old, Aunt Susan and Uncle Chuck, Chase, Jill, Andy, and baby Robin moved in with our family. That made 12 of us in our little home. One big energetic family. It was an overwhelming, often chaotic, and frequently very fun and exciting experience. Our cousins became our best friends and Aunt Susan and Uncle Chuck a second set of parents. Susan provided a gentle and grounding presence to the generally frenetic action in the forefront of our home. She made us delicious snacks and took us on adventures to the springs and trips to the library. As I grew and changed, the feeling that she gave me never did. Safe, joyful, enthusiastic, and kind. Her faith in God and in the goodness of life was evident in her actions, her service to others based on their need, not on their importance in the eyes of the world, extending to humans and animals alike. Although we are all tiny in the grand scale, her love was big. The void she leaves behind is massive and can never be filled. Yet the heartbreak can be healed by honoring her memory and carrying on her legacy of humble service to others, compassion for all in need, and joyfully, courageously, embracing life with open arms. I miss you, Aunt Susan. I love you and I will do my best to help others feel the way you always made me feel, that I am loved and cared for, that I belong.
In gratitude, your loving nephew,
Tyler