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Jimmie Westbrook Obituary
Deming - Reverend Jimmie Ray Westbrook, 82, of Deming, New Mexico, passed away suddenly on October 13, 2019.
He was born on December 22, 1936 in Old Glory, Texas. After growing up in Los Angeles, California and Lubbock, Texas, Jim graduated from L.I.F.E. Bible College in Los Angeles, California in 1958. During his 43 years of ministry he served as an ordained minister with the Pentecostal Church of God and the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel. Before his retirement in 2001, he faithfully pastored churches in California, Kansas, Alabama and Texas where he was loved and especially appreciated for his biblical preaching and teaching ability. Throughout his career he maintained a special focus on mentoring young ministers and lay leaders. Jim loved spending time in nature where he enjoyed and celebrated the beauty of God's Creation. He was also a talented artist and musician.
Jim is survived by his devoted wife of 58 years, Phillis Ann Smith Westbrook. He also survived by 2 daughters, Chrystal Westbrook (Timothy Southwell) and April Westbrook; a son, Dennis Westbrook (Donna); 2 grandsons, Nicholas Westbrook (Liz) and Jaisen Westbrook (Danielle); 7 great-grandchildren, Kenzie, Landen, Riley, Jaxson and Allie Westbrook, as well as a brother, Sidney Westbrook (Dona).
He is preceded in death by his parents Sidney and Gladys Westbrook.
Those who desire may make memorial donations in honor of Jim to Foursquare Missions International at https://pushpay.com/g/foursquare or by mail at:
FMI
P.O. Box 26776
Los Angeles, CA 90026
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Dr. George Williams
November 20, 2019
Jim was the ultimate gentleman and I am sure a wonderful pastor. He so reminded me of Billy Graham. Saintly would describe him the best. I will miss him.
Dr. George Williams
George Williams
November 20, 2019
Wonderful man and a Saint. He was a patient of mine and he was such a comforting sole. He reminded me of Billy Grahan. May God Bless him and his family.
Dr. George Williams
Donna Smith
October 29, 2019
Im sorry for your loss. He will be missed very very much!
Roger and Dolly Velasquez
October 28, 2019
Saddened to hear of Jims passing. What a great example of a kind, loving man of God. Our prayers to Phillis and the family.
Dennis and Norma Godwin
October 28, 2019
Kind hearted man with a great love of God. May his family be consoled at this time of his going home.
Don and Theola Jackson
October 28, 2019
Jim was a wonderful person and our delight to have know him. Prayers for comfort and peace for Phillis and the family .
John Brittain
October 28, 2019
He always had a quarter for a root beer at camp whispering oaks!
Phil Demetro
October 27, 2019
Jim was a long time friend and great fellow pastor. He was a deep thinking theologian, excellent teacher and accomplished writer. I will always have fond memories of him. My prayers are with his family, especially Phyllis (Ann).
Phil Demetro, DeSoto, TX
Lolita Frederick-Harris
October 27, 2019
A dear colleague in ministry, a wonderful, talented man. My prayers for His family who will miss him so...but we will meet again soon!
Ruth Kight Korngable
October 19, 2019
I didn't know Jimmie very well, but I know his amazing son, Dennis and family of Mesa, Arizona. My condolences to Dennis and the other family members at this time. May the Lord comfort your heart and bring you His peace. My love and prayers, Dennis, Ruth Kight Korngable & Kight & Cindi Higgins & family, Fort Worth, Tx.
Jason and Shanna Maloney
October 17, 2019
Amazing pastor, mentor and friend. Dearly missed by all who knew him.
October 16, 2019
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. May your treasured memories of Jimmie always fill your heart with love and peace
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