David Wayne Westbrook of Jackson, TN passed away on July 8th, 2018 at the age of 70 following a long illness. He was born January 24th, 1948 in Martin, TN to the late Herman Ellis, and Lillian Faye Nichols Westbrook of Dresden, TN.
David graduated from Dresden High School, Dresden TN in 1966. It was in 1969 when he surrendered to the ministry. David graduated from Union University in 1971 with a degree in Theological Studies. He also attended Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, MO. When David and his wife Paula first met in 1973, he was pastoring Good Hope Baptist Church in Adamsville, TN, while he was working on his teaching license which obtaining in 1973 after completion at Union University. He did pulpit supply work even after beginning work at Kmart in 1974.
In the fall of 1974 he joined K-Mart Corporation and retired in 2004.After his retirement, David also worked for Walgreens from 2004 to 2011. In 2011, David became a faithful caretaker to his elderly parents for the remainder of their lives, and continually ministered to others during the remainder of his life. David married Paula Fussell Westbrook in 1973 and they made their home in Jackson, TN.
He is survived by his wife Paula, two children, Allison Westbrook Abbott (Mark) of Spring Texas and Steven Westbrook (Lana) of Jackson and two grandchildren, Mariana Abbott and Ryan Abbott of Spring Texas.
David’s hobbies included photography and wood working. He was always interested in the latest computer technology and gadgets. He and Paula enjoyed attending high school football games, band competitions and trips to music festivals.
David Wayne Westbrook, 70 of Jackson passed away on July 8, 2018.
A visitation with the family will be held on Wednesday from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm in the North Chapel.
