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Edward Michael Berger

Edward Michael Berger

Sep 4, 2026

Edward Michael Berger, 82, of Saint Simons Island, passed away on September 4, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to assist the family.

John Thomas Miller, II

John Thomas Miller, II

Sep 3, 2026

John Thomas Miller, II, 75 of Brunswick, was born September 11, 1950 and passed away on September 3, 2026. Arrangements are pending. 

James "Jake" Alexander Cunningham

James "Jake" Alexander Cunningham

Sep 2, 2026

James “Jake” Alexander Cunningham died peacefully at home on September 2, 2026. He was born on June 18, 1993, to Sarah Elizabeth Tinsley and Robert Mangrem Cunningham.

James grew up on St. Simons Island, graduated from Glynn Academy, and earned his degree in mechanical engineering technology from Southern Polytechnic Institute at Kennesaw State University. James loved machines and learning how things...

John William Moseley

John William Moseley

Sep 2, 2026

John William Moseley, 89, of Brunswick, passed away on September 2, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to assist the family.

Aloma Jean Hannon

Aloma Jean Hannon

Sep 1, 2026

Aloma J. Hannon, 83, of Brunswick, passed away September 1, 2026 at Hospice of the Golden Isles. Graveside Services will be Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Brunswick Memorial Park. 

Karl "Bucky" Hunter Thomas

Karl "Bucky" Hunter Thomas

Aug 29, 2026

Karl Hunter “Bucky” Thomas of St Simons Island passed away on August 29, 2026.

Bucky was born in Johnson City, TN, and hailed from Wheelwright, KY. A gifted athlete, he was recruited to Statesboro, GA, to play basketball and continue his education at Georgia Southern University. It was there that he met on a double blind date the love of his...

William "Russ" G. Manning

William "Russ" G. Manning

Aug 28, 2026

William G. “Russ” Manning, 61, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2026. He was born in Jesup, Georgia on December 29, 1964, to the late Carl and Lavada Manning.

Russ was a proud 1982 graduate of Brunswick High School. He began his career in law enforcement, serving as a police officer with the City of Brunswick and later with the Glynn...

Gloria Kelly Johnson

Gloria Kelly Johnson

Aug 28, 2026

Gloria Kelly Johnson, born July 3, 1941, lived a life centered around the people she loved most. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Gloria had a special way of making those around her feel loved, cared for, and at home.

Family was the heart of Gloria’s life. She loved deeply and gave generously of herself, creating a lifetime...

William Thomas Lockhart, Sr.  "Captain Bill"

William Thomas Lockhart, Sr. "Captain Bill"

Aug 27, 2026

William Thomas Lockhart, Sr.

“Captain Bill”

August 22, 1953 – August 27, 2026

William Thomas Lockhart, Sr., affectionately known as “Captain Bill,” passed away peacefully on August 27, 2026, at the age of 73.

Captain Bill was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He will be remembered for the love he gave his family and the special place he held in the hearts...

William Thomas Lockhart, Sr.

William Thomas Lockhart, Sr.

Aug 27, 2026

William Thomas Lockhart, Sr., 73, of Brunswick, passed away on August 27, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to assist the family.

David Hinton

David Hinton

Aug 26, 2026

David Hinton, 68, of Brunswick, passed away on August 26, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to assist with the arrangements.

Choi Tai Wong

Choi Tai Wong

Aug 26, 2026

Choi Tai Wong, 97, of Kingsland, passed away on August 26, 2026. A graveside service will be held at Chapel Park Cemetery on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to assist the family.

David Arthur Kelley

David Arthur Kelley

Aug 26, 2026

David Arthur Kelley, 89, of Brunswick, passed away on August 26, 2026.  Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to assist the family.

Louise Flowers

Louise Flowers

Aug 24, 2026

In Loving Memory of Louise Flowers

Sunrise: September 24, 1945, Sunset: August 24, 2026

Louise Flowers, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, peacefully transitioned on August 24, 2026. Her life was defined by devotion, resilience, and a joyful spirt that touched everyone she encountered. 

Louise was preceded in death by her daughter, Gail Wynn; her grandson, Felix Walters and her siblings;...

Virginia Schaefer Hanly

Virginia Schaefer Hanly

Aug 24, 2026

Virginia Schaefer Hanly, 85, of St. Simons Island, passed away on August 24, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to assist the family.

Lawrence Dwayne Dawson

Lawrence Dwayne Dawson

Aug 23, 2026

Lawrence Dwayne Dawson, 81, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 23, 2026, at Harborview Satilla after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease.  Born and raised in Wick (Tyler County), WV, he was the youngest of fourteen children born to George and Stella Lewis Dawson.

A veteran of the United States Army, Lawrence served in Vietnam and received an honorable discharge after 10...

Kathy Lynn McCall

Kathy Lynn McCall

Aug 22, 2026

Kathy Lynn McCall, 62, of Brunswick, passed away on August 22, 2026. Brunswick Memorial Park Funeral Home is honored to assist the family.

Ruby Geneva Runnels Knight

Ruby Geneva Runnels Knight

Aug 22, 2026

Ruby Geneva Runnels Knight, 91, of Lakeland, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on August 22, 2026. She was born January 9, 1935, to James Curtis (“J.C.”) & Ruby Runnels in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Ruby attended the University of Southern Mississippi.

Ruby was preceded in death by her husband Wilson Harold “Hal” Knight, who was an avid golfer. They met...

Selena Louise "Ma Belle" Summerlin

Selena Louise "Ma Belle" Summerlin

Aug 21, 2026

Selena Louise Summerlin, age 60, lovingly known to many as “Ma Belle,” passed away peacefully on August 21, 2026. She was born on January 7, 1966.

Selena was a one-of-a-kind person whose funny, outgoing personality could light up any room. She was truly happy-go-lucky, always ready with a smile, a laugh, or a good story. Selena never met a stranger and...

Ernest Penson Curry

Ernest Penson Curry

Aug 20, 2026

Ernest Penson Curry, Jr., passed away on August 20, 2026 at the age of 85 in Brunswick, GA. He was born in Wilmington, NC, on May 22, 1941. Ernie spent more than 40 years in residential and commercial construction and real estate development on St. Simons Island, Atlanta, South Carolina, and North Florida.

Ernie was the eldest son of Ernest Curry...

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