Ernestine Westbrook 77, of El Dorado, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 2, 2011. Followed by a lengthy illness, she passed away at home, surrounded by her loving family.
Ernestine was born in Camden, Arkansas to Tilman and Ilene Merritt, on December 10, 1933.

She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Bobby Westbrook, one son, John Westbrook and wife Wanda, two daughters, Paulette Beasley and Pam Westbrook all of El Dorado;. Three
brothers; Buddy Merritt and wife Mary Ann of Pearland, Texas; Billy Merritt and wife Delores of
Farmerville, La.; and Michael Merritt of Little Rock, Arkansas; five grandchildren and ten
great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.

Ernestine was a member of Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. She devoted her life to serving her Lord and caring for her family.

Services will be at Perry's Funeral Chapel Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at 2:00. Rev. Danny Melone
and John Lamb will officiate. Burial will follow in Arlington Cemetery. Visitation was Monday, April 4, 2011 from 6:00 til 8:00 PM.

Pallbearers include: Shane Beasley, Brandon Westbrook, Luke Beasley, Jacob Beasley, Steve
Arnold, and Todd Taylor.

In leiu of flowers, please send donations in her memory to Union Chapel Missionary Baptist
Church, 2199 Pigeon Hill Road, Strong, Ark. 71765