Pastor Paul Westbrook Obituary – Cause of Death: Associate Executive Director of the Illinois Baptist State Association, Pastor Paul Westbrook Passes Away

The Illinois Baptist community is grieving the sudden death of Pastor Paul Westbrook, who left behind a legacy of faith, leadership, and steadfast devotion to the Gospel.

Paul was the Associate Executive Director of the Illinois Baptist State Association (IBSA). People looked up to him for his profound spiritual understanding, modest servant heart, and lifetime dedication to helping churches grow and pastors succeed.

Paul and his wife Melody tirelessly led a local church in Illinois for more than 30 years. They founded it and cared for it with love and vision. Their ministry not only helped many people become closer to Christ, but it also built a strong and lasting church community based on biblical truth and grace. People knew that Paul’s teaching was real, clear, and powerful enough to change lives and make people feel guilty. Paul’s kind attitude and extensive knowledge had a lasting effect on people, whether he was speaking from the pulpit or sitting across from someone who needed help.

Paul joined the leadership team at the Illinois Baptist State Association after more than 30 years of loyal pastoral service. There, he continued to build up God’s kingdom by helping and equipping congregations throughout the state.

Paul was also a loving spouse, father, and grandpa. He and Melody had a great life and ministry together, full of love, faith, and a shared dedication to serve the Lord. They had three kids together: Caleb, Luke, and Joshua.They all learned from Paul how to be faithful, kind, and persistent. Paul loved and was proud of his family, and he frequently spoke about them with love and thanks. People who knew him well say he was a guy who lived what he taught, leading his family, church, and community with humility, strength, and grace.

Paul was a mentor to many church leaders and pastors in addition to his work in the ministry. He was very good at walking with other people in ministry, giving them advice, support, and a place to talk.