Deacon Charlie Henry Westbrook of 104 Jenny Lind Lane, Cordele, Georgia, died Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Crisp Regional Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Cordele, Georgia.

The funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 11:00 AM, in the chapel of J. W. Williams Funeral Home in Cordele, Georgia. The burial will follow at Sunnyside Cemetery in Cordele, Georgia.

Deacon Charlie Westbrook was born on September 6, 1948, in Worth County, Georgia, to the late Calvin and Hattie Westbrook. After a life filled with faith, music, and family, he peacefully passed away at the age of 76 on Saturday, June 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Deacon Charlie Westbrook received his education through the Worth County School System and attended Holly High School. Though he did not complete formal schooling, Charlie was a well-known carpenter in Cordele and the  surrounding counties, with the skill to build just about anything. Alongside his carpentry, he worked tirelessly on farms to provide for and care deeply for his family.

Deacon Charlie Westbrook faithfully served for many years at Odom Grove Baptist Church, where he was ordained as a deacon. In addition to his  leadership role, he was the church's minister of music, sharing his talents by playing for the choir and enriching the worship experience with his gift for gospel music. He played for numerous church choirs and lent his voice to many gospel groups. For many years, he was a dedicated member of the Gospel Sunlighters and Sensational Six.  His passion for gospel music was a familiar presence in the community—you could often find him leading devotions, singing solo, or playing the keyboard with heartfelt spirit. Deacon Charlie's devotion to the music ministry will be forever cherished by all who knew him.

His memory will be cherished by his loving wife and devoted children; Mrs. Johnnie Mae Westbrook of Cordele, Georgia, one son; Mr. Artis (LaShone) Westbrook of Cordele, Georgia and three daughters: Mrs. Sheila (Mark) Henderson and Ms. Monica Westbrook of Cordele, Georgia; Mrs. Wanda (Bruce) Hamilton of Albany, Georgia.  Deacon Westbrook helped raise a very special nephew, Cedric Newberry of Jacksonville, Florida.  He loved his grandchildren who affectionately called him "Papa": Ms. Artaysha Westbrook, Mr. Brandon Hamilton, Ms. Teyona Dawson, Miss Brittany Hamilton, Mr. Henry Dawson Jr., Mr. Arius Westbrook, Ms. MarKayla  Henderson, Ms. Sa'Ria Williams and Mr. Roderick Bridges Jr.  He leaves behind precious great grandchildren; AShante Westbrook, Ari Westbrook, Yoshon Westbrook, Kendal Dawson, Kason Dawson, and Khaslen Lee Dawson. In addition to his immediate family, Deacon Westbrook is survived by his brother; Malcolm Mency of Cordele, Georgia, two sisters; Barbara Hayes and Sally Donald of Norwalk, Connecticut; He is preceded in death by his son, Charlie Westbrook Jr. and siblings, Mrs. Margaret Lovette, Macie Taylor, Mary Williams, and Mr. Tommy Westbrook.  He leaves behind a loving mother-in-law, Mother Willie Mae Walker, sisters-in-law:  Ms. Rudene Ray, Ms. Ira Walker, Mrs. Earnestine (Neal) Ray, Mrs. Audrey (Chris) Wheeler, and Mrs. Carolyn (David) Sims, brothers-in-law: Mr. Tyrone Taylor, Mr. Melvin Lovette, and Mr. Kelvin Walker; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and a multitude of close family and friends who will deeply miss his presence.

Deacon Charlie Westbrook's life was a testament to faith, hard work, and love. His memory will be cherished by all who were blessed to know him. May he rest in eternal peace with our Lord.