In a devastating blow, the Brown family of reality TV’s “Sister Wives” is grappling with the untimely death of Robert Garrison Brown at just 25 years old. Garrison, the son of Janelle and Kody Brown, passed away on March 5th, leaving his loved ones in deep mourning.
As news of Garrison’s tragic passing spread, heartfelt tributes poured in from across the extended Brown family and their supporters. Among those paying respects was Meri Brown, Kody’s former spiritual wife who ended their 32-year plural marriage in 2022.
Honoring a Cherished Life In an Instagram post co-authored by the grieving parents, Janelle and Kody expressed their profound sorrow, describing Garrison as “a bright spot in the lives of all who knew him.” They wrote, “His loss will leave such a big hole in our lives that it takes our breath away.
The Browns respectfully requested privacy during this tremendously difficult time while inviting others to join them in “honoring his memory.” Accompanying their message were poignant photos of Garrison in his National Guard uniform, a reminder of his dedicated service.
Meri’s Touching Tribute Upon seeing Janelle and Kody’s heart-wrenching announcement, Meri quickly took to social media to share her own tribute. She reposted their statement along with the images of Garrison, adding a simple yet powerful message: “Garrison, you are loved and will be missed!”
Though no longer married to Kody, Meri’s gesture underscored the enduring bonds within the Brown family’s intricate plural marriage structure. Her words conveyed the depth of their connection despite the changes and challenges they’ve faced over the years.
More Family Mourns Meri was not alone in publicly honoring Garrison’s memory. Mykelti Padron, the 27-year-old daughter of Kody and his ex-wife Christine Brown, also paid tribute by reposting Janelle’s statement on her Instagram story with the words “I love you bro.”
The outpouring suggests that while romantic relationships may have shifted, the families remain deeply intertwined, united in both joyous and tragic moments.
Christine Brown and Kody’s fourth wife, Robyn, have not yet publicly addressed Garrison’s untimely passing as of this writing.
A Life of Service and Compassion In the days preceding his death, Garrison had embraced a fresh chapter by adopting a cat he affectionately named Ms. Buttons. Sharing the news on Instagram, he revealed the feline was initially “on the line for euthanasia” before his “savior complex” compelled him to give her a loving home.
This act reflected Garrison’s caring nature and desire to serve, qualities that extended to his military role with the National Guard. While his exact cause of death remains unconfirmed by his parents, those who knew him attest to his status as a “bright light.”
In 2017, Garrison openly expressed his profound appreciation for his mother Janelle, declaring, “Can’t even begin to explain to you guys just how much she means to me.” However, his relationship with his father Kody had reportedly become strained over recent years amidst the broader marital challenges within the plural family.
The Expansive Brown Brood Janelle gave birth to Garrison, her third child with Kody, on October 31, 1998. He was one of 18 children born into the Brown clan, a byproduct of Kody’s multiple plural marriages over the decades.
Garrison’s passing at such a young age is an unimaginable tragedy, yet the family’s public responses highlight their resilience and the eternal nature of their familial ties, transcending marital statuses or household locations.
Despite the intense sorrow, the Browns find solace in cherishing Garrison’s life and his enduring impact on all who crossed his path, as reflected in Meri’s poignant words: “You are loved and will be missed.”
A Unique Family, United The Browns first rose to fame on the TLC reality series “Sister Wives,” which chronicled their lives as a fundamentalist Mormon family practicing polygamy in Las Vegas.
While their family structure was unconventional by mainstream standards, the bonds they forged through years of joys and adversities proved unbreakable, even amid divorces.
As they navigate this tremendous loss together, past differences seemingly fade into the background. From Janelle expressing her eternal gratitude for Garrison to Meri’s outpouring of love across spiritual divorce lines, their shared grief over a beautiful life cut short eclipses any previous conflicts.
For those familiar with the Browns’ highly publicized journey, Garrison’s heartbreaking passing offers a sobering reminder that at their core, they are a family like any other – one that rallies together through life’s darkest valleys.
The road ahead will be incredibly challenging, but the Browns can take comfort in the lifetime of cherished memories with their “bright light” Garrison. And they need not walk that path alone, for the broader Sister Wives community extends its sincere condolences and embraces them with love during this devastating loss.
While many details surrounding Garrison’s untimely death remain private, one truth shines brilliantly: He left an indelible impact on countless lives, his light eternally shining in the hearts of those who loved him most.
