It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our dear Charles “Coach” Brewster of Rochelle, who left this earth on March 12, 2026. Charles was born January 25, 1939, in Blanket, Texas, to Audice Clive and Romie (Price) Brewster. He grew up in Blanket where he loved hunting, fishing, and playing sports. He was a proud 1957 graduate of Blanket High School.
After high school, Charles attended the University of Texas on a full basketball scholarship. In 1959, he returned home to the love of his life, Sylvia Roach, and the two were married on June 27, 1959. He continued his education and basketball career at Howard Payne University, graduating in 1961 with his bachelor’s degree in education.
Charles and Sylvia moved to Brady that same year, where he began his career in education and coaching, proudly earning the nickname “Coach” which stayed with him for life. He coached and mentored countless young men, instilling in them his belief in God, respect, discipline, teamwork, and equality. He taught his players not only how to excel on the court, but how to be excellent men. The bond between Coach and “his kids” was unbreakable, evident in the decades of continued communication and the loving relationships he cherished so deeply.
A firm believer in lifelong learning, he spent many summers furthering his education, earning both a master’s degree in mathematics from Sam Houston University and his Superintendent Certification from Texas Tech University. In 1970, Charles left Brady, continuing his career in education and coaching in May, Texas and later in New Home, Texas where he served as principal and coach. In 1975, Charles returned to McCulloch County to serve four years as Superintendent of Lohn ISD. In 1980, he transferred to the Santa Anna ISD, where he served as principal until 1984. Charles then returned to Brady, where he taught advanced mathematics and coached another generation of young men.
Coach retired in 2005 and enjoyed a quiet, peaceful life on his ranch in Rochelle, serving his church and community. To know him was to love him. He had a deep passion for sports, especially basketball, and a gift for making everyone feel seen and appreciated. His kind words, warm smile, and witty sense of humor left a mark on every heart he touched. His kindness, humor, and love will stay with us always.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents and sister Wanda. He is survived by his loving wife of more than 68 years, Sylvia, son, Brad Brewster, and wife Rosanna; his sister, Nell Boyd; and six grandchildren: Bjorn, TJ and Ethan Brewster, Michelle, and Misha McDonald, and Mikelty Carter.
The buzzer has sounded, the game has ended, but Coach’s legacy lives on. A great coach is hard to find but impossible to forget. “Coach” has gone to play ball with the Angels!
Coach’s “Celebration of Life” is to be announced at a later date. Friends may view and/or sign Coach Brewster’s online memorial guest book at www.leatherwoodmemorialchapels.com.
