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Julie Ann Patel

Julie Ann Patel

Jun 25, 2026

Julie Ann Patel, 68, of Brunswick, passed away on June 25, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park is honored to assist the family.

Elizabeth Jane Tayler

Elizabeth Jane Tayler

Jun 22, 2026

Elizabeth Jane Tayler, 69, of Nahunta, passed away on June 22, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to assist the family.

Edwin Thomas Minchew

Edwin Thomas Minchew

Jun 22, 2026

Edwin Thomas Minchew, age 81 went to his heavenly home on Monday, June 22, 2026 after an extended illness of Alzheimer’s Disease. He was residing at Sears Coastal Nursing home for the past year and a half.

Born and raised in Brunswick Georgia to the late Elige Jacob “Jake” Minchew and Wilma Mary Edgy Minchew. He was preceded in death by...

Sheldon Warren Chapman

Sheldon Warren Chapman

Jun 20, 2026

Sheldon Warren Chapman, 86, passed away at home Saturday, June 20, 2026, while surrounded by his loved ones and under the care of Heartland Hospice.

Born in Rabin (Brantley County), Georgia, Sheldon was raised in Brunswick and graduated with the Glynn Academy Class of 1957. He attended Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College before earning his BA from Bob Jones University in 1968....

Raymond Phillip Middleton

Raymond Phillip Middleton

Jun 19, 2026

Raymond Phillip Middleton, 67, of St. Simons Island, passed away on June 19, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.

Paula Ruiz

Paula Ruiz

Jun 19, 2026

With heavy hearts and treasured memories, we celebrate the life of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Paula Ruiz, who left this world to be with Jesus on June 19, 2026 after a well-lived life.

At the time of her passing, Paula was 88 years old. She was born on a farm on June 18, 1938 in Uvalde, TX to Luis &...

Ronald Edward Flora

Ronald Edward Flora

Jun 11, 2026

Ronald Edward Flora, 83, of St. Simons Island, passed away on June 11, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.

Dr. Obie Clayton, Jr.

Dr. Obie Clayton, Jr.

Jun 11, 2026

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Obie Clayton, Jr. (Dad, Grandad, June, or Doc) who departed this world peacefully at home on June 11, 2026. Born in the warm embrace of Meridian, Mississippi, Obie enriched the lives of countless individuals through his dedication to education, his unyielding kindness, and his vibrant spirit.

The son of...

Myron Lewis Pederson

Myron Lewis Pederson

Jun 9, 2026

Myron Lewis Pederson, 87, of Brunswick, passed away on June 9, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.

Walter Everett Hunley

Walter Everett Hunley

Jun 9, 2026

Walter Everett Hunley, 86, of Brunswick, passed away on June 9, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.

Timothy Maurice Cottengim

Timothy Maurice Cottengim

Jun 9, 2026

Timothy Maurice Cottengim, 73, of Waverly, passed away on June 9, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.

Harna Denham Hill

Harna Denham Hill

Jun 5, 2026

Harna Denham Hill 65 of Brunswick, Georgia passed away in Jacksonville, Florida on June 5, 2026. Harna was born on February 26,1961.

She worked for Sea Island Company for over 20 years. After retiring from Sea Island, Harna worked for FLETC until her retirement in September of 2025. She had part time jobs in addition to her full time job, which...

Kurt Douglas Joseph

Kurt Douglas Joseph

Jun 4, 2026

Kurt Douglas Joseph, 62, of Brunswick, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home in Brunswick with his loving family by his side on June 4, 2026. Born on March 27, 1964, in Jeannette, Pennsylvania, Kurt lived a life defined by faith, family, perseverance, and a genuine love for people.

Raised in the Pittsburgh area, Kurt developed a passion for fitness and...

Geoffrey Maurice Lowe

Geoffrey Maurice Lowe

Jun 4, 2026

Geoffrey Maurice Lowe, 89, of St. Simons Island, passed away on June 4, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.

Hilda Adrianna Quintanar

Hilda Adrianna Quintanar

Jun 4, 2026

Hilda Quintanar, beloved mother, grandmother, family matriarch, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026, on St. Simons Island, Georgia, just days before her 82nd birthday. She was born on June 12, 1944, in Torreón, Coahuila, Mexico.

In the early 1970s, Hilda immigrated to the United States in pursuit of greater opportunities for her family. She made her home in...

Frederick Joseph Patch

Frederick Joseph Patch

Jun 3, 2026

Frederick Joseph Patch, 79, of Brunswick, passed away on June 3, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.

Elijah Demon Antonio Myers

Elijah Demon Antonio Myers

Jun 2, 2026

Elijah Demon Antonio Myers passed away on June 2, 2026, at SGHS, following complications from the long-term health challenges he faced with remarkable courage and strength. He was 25years old and a proud Brunswick High graduate.

Growing up, he loved the family tradition of sharing a mid-week meal and Sunday dinners with his large extended family at his great-grandparents' house. Those...

Garland Emanuel Baisden

Garland Emanuel Baisden

May 31, 2026

Garland Emanuel Baisden, 76, of Shellman Bluff, passed away on May 31, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.

Dalton Charles Deaver

Dalton Charles Deaver

May 28, 2026

Dalton Charles Deaver, 28 passed unexpectedly May 28, 2026, at 9:49 p.m. The tragic single automobile collision occurred off Williams Road in Statesboro, Georgia under poor weather conditions. He was born November 12, 1997, in Brunswick, Georgia, the son of mother, Leslie Donyale Drawdy of Statesboro, Georgia & father, Terry Lee Logan of Clyde Park, Montana, and biological father Charles...

William Major Wainright, Jr.

William Major Wainright, Jr.

May 23, 2026

William Major Wainright, Jr., 57, of Brunswick, passed away on May 23, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to have assisted with the arrangements.

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