W. Richard West, Sr.
1912–1996 (age 84)
Artist and educator
Biography
W. Richard West, Sr. was a distinguished artist and educator whose contributions to the arts and education enriched his community and students. His dual commitment to creative expression and teaching reflected a deep passion for both disciplines and their transformative power.
West's legacy as both an artist and mentor endures through the work of those he influenced and the artistic contributions he left behind. His dedication to education and the arts exemplified a life devoted to cultural enrichment and learning.