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Carol Ann Westbrook (Johnson) passed away on February 7, 2025, in San Antonio, TX at the age of 90. The bright spirit, loving nature, and kindness that were hallmarks of her life sustained her until her final days. Carol was born on November 23, 1934, in East Hampton, Connecticut, the fourth of five daughters in an active family. During her childhood, she enjoyed spending time outdoors and could be counted on to help at her father’s gas station across the street. She graduated from East Hampton High School in 1952 and had been a cheerleader during her high school years. After high school she attended Nichols Junior College in MA. She worked as church secretary for the First Congregational Church in Middletown for 2 years before attending Grace Downs Airline School in New York City. Carol always wanted the opportunity to travel and experience life in different places. After completion of this program, she accepted a flight attendant position with Eastern Airlines for five years. She was stationed in New Jersey for her first job with Eastern then went to New Orleans. After fulfilling this dream, Carol moved to Omaha, Nebraska and worked at the University of Omaha. One day, a handsome Air Force pilot from the nearby base walked in the door to register for classes and swept her off her feet. Carol and Bob married in 1960 and quickly learned how to balance the demands of a military family serving the nation. The Air Force soon relocated them to Dayton, Ohio, one of many career relocations with the military before settling in San Antonio, Texas. Carol and Bob were married for nearly 50 years until Bob's death in 2009. Carol was a kind and loving presence in the lives of those who knew her. She was a loving mother, wife and friend. She enjoyed a long history of volunteer work with her church and other notable causes and enjoyed being the consummate hostess with a gift for hospitality. Even until the end, she always wanted to know how she could help or if she could get you anything. She is survived by her daughter Robin Bullington, son-in-law Jeff, son Larry Westbrook, sister Nancy Taylor, and many nephews and nieces. She is preceded in death by her parents Carlo and Mary Johnson, loving husband Bob Westbrook, sisters Shirley Gorsuch, Norma Biestek and Joyce Blomberg. Carol’s warmth, faith, generosity, and dedication to family touched many lives. Her memory will continue to bring comfort to those who knew and were loved by her. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made to Christian Assistance Ministry (CAM).

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Carol Ann Westbrook

November 23, 1934 - February 7, 2025