02/16/2026
46 years ago, was celebrated on his 80th birthday on what was recognized as ! Today we celebrate the of a great man on his birthday ! Help us celebrate Ernest Westbrooks today.
Ernest Westbrooks is indeed a part of . Born in Noxubee County, MS, he established what is the in Aberdeen, MS, The American Burial Association, better known as Westbrooks Funeral Home in 1936. Westbrooks Funeral Home continues operation today, 90 years later and four generations later, providing professional, caring services to those in their time of bereavement. With only a second grade education, Mr. Westbrooks was the first black to serve on the Aberdeen Separate School District Board of Trustees. Daddy Ernest also served the City of Aberdeen for many years on the Planning and Zoning Board. Ernest and Fannie Key Westbrooks shared over 50 years together and also owned and operated Westbrooks Grocery that served the community for many years.
Just before his birthday, Ernest Westbrooks passed away February 5, 1987, leaving many that loved him. Help us celebrate a great man by liking and sharing, and leave a comment or memory about Ernest Westbrooks.
