William L. Westphal

William L. “Bill” Westphal passed away on December 3, 2015, at the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center in Easton, MD. He was 65. Born October 12, 1950, in Milwaukee, WI, he was the son of the late William R. and Shirley Tennison Westphal. Bill attended the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. He was a Gemological Institute of America graduate, studying jewelry design, stone grading and evaluation. Bill married the former Lisa Wall on August 18, 1973, in Cleveland, OH, and they moved to Denton, MD, where they lived for 22 years before moving to Trappe. Bill and his wife Lisa established Westphal Jewelers in Easton, MD, which they owned and operated for 40 years. Westphal was original designed jewelry is a treasured gift of many proud recipients. Through his work as an accomplished jeweler, Bill was an inspiration to countless cherished customers and friends. Bill and Lisa believed that charity began at home. Their generosity had a huge span throughout many local worthy charities. He was an enthusiastic supporter of the town of Easton. The late Mayor George Murphy appointed Bill to head the board of the Easton Business Management Authority in 1993. He spearheaded numerous art, entertainment and community events, motivating other business leaders to join in the effort. He worked tirelessly, creating a successful partnership between the downtown businesses and the town government. He directed the first joint marketing campaign branding Easton as a visitor destination. Bill was also a member of Saints Peter & Paul Church. Baseball was Bill’s passion. Beloved coach for Trappe Baseball, he mentored so many of Talbot County’s youth for 13 years bringing much pride and many championships to his team. They were his “other kids.” He lived by his coaching motto – heart and hustle. The family gives special thanks to Chris Evans and to David Smith and his oncology staff. They also thank of all of their friends for their prayers and unfailing encouragement and support. He loved his family immensely and unconditionally. He touched thousands of lives and was a friend to everyone he met. He always had a story to share. He is survived by his wife Lisa and daughter Alissa of Charlotte, NC; a brother, Robert Westphal of Cudahy, WI; sister-in-law, Kathy (Bernie); nephews, Brendan and John; and their families all of Portland, OR. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Michael Westphal. A Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated December 26, 2015, at 1:30 p.m. at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Easton. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions may be made in Bill’s honor to your favorite local charity or to Home Run Baker/Trappe Little League .

William L. Westphal

October 12, 1950 - December 3, 2015