Sister Wives’ Meri Brown Pays Tribute to ‘Beloved’ Garrison Following Tragic Loss: ‘Forever in Our Hearts’

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Sister Wives star Meri Brown expressed her deep sorrow over the sudden passing of Garrison Brown, the son of Janelle and Kody Brown, who tragically died by suicide.

In a heartfelt statement shared on Instagram on Tuesday, March 5, Meri, 53, mourned the loss of their beloved son, Robert Garrison Brown. She described him as a bright presence in the lives of everyone who knew him, and expressed how his absence leaves a significant void in their lives that is difficult to bear. Meri requested for privacy during this time of grief and asked for support in honoring Garrison's memory.

Garrison (real name Robert Garrison Brown) was found dead at his Flagstaff, Arizona, home on Tuesday, March 5. He was 25. The TLC alum was found by his brother Gabriel Brown and apparently suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound. No foul play is suspected and an investigation into the apparent suicide is underway.

While her statement was almost the same as the one posted by Janelle, 54, and Kody, 55, she added, “Garrison, you are loved and will be missed!”

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Garrison was one of Janelle and Kody’s six children: Logan, 29, Madison, 27, Hunter, 26, Gabriel, 22, and Savanah, 18. They were brought up in a polygamous household, along with Kody and Meri’s child, Kody’s children with Christine Brown, and Kody’s children with Robyn Brown, whom he legally adopted. Meri and Kody were legally married from 1990 to 2014 and remained spiritually married until 2023. Kody's spiritual marriages with Christine and Janelle ended in 2021 and 2022, respectively.

Throughout the years, the Browns have faced numerous challenges, but tensions escalated in 2020 between Kody and his sons Garrison and Gabriel due to the strict COVID-19 rules implemented by the patriarch.

During season 18 of Sister Wives, Janelle expressed her concerns about her sons' mental health. She mentioned that Gabriel tends to feel things deeply but keeps to himself, while Garrison appears to be more somber and less cheerful than before.

Things got more stressful when Kody asked his sons for an apology.

During season 18, Gabriel shared that he and Garrison were not on good terms with their dad. They felt ignored when they tried to talk about their concerns regarding COVID. This lack of communication created a rift between them.

Janelle revealed that the strained relationship between her children and their father was a major factor that led to the end of her marriage. She explained that she faced a difficult choice between having her sons at home or having her husband around. When her husband was present, the boys had to leave the house, and she had to disinfect everything because he was worried about getting sick from them. This situation caused a lot of stress and tension in the household, leading to increasing anger between the family members.

In November 2023, Janelle confirmed to E! News that Kody was still “estranged” from his sons, but she hoped “over time” they would be able to forge a relationship.

Editor's P/S:

The tragic passing of Garrison Brown, the son of Janelle and Kody Brown, has left an immeasurable void in their hearts and the lives of those who knew him. Meri Brown's heartfelt statement captures the essence of his loss, expressing the profound sorrow and the irreplaceable presence he held in their lives. The circumstances surrounding his death, an apparent suicide, highlight the devastating impact of mental health struggles and the importance of seeking support.

The article also sheds light on the challenges faced by the Brown family, particularly the strained relationships between Kody and his sons, Garrison and Gabriel. The strict COVID-19 rules imposed by Kody and the subsequent lack of communication created a rift that ultimately contributed to the breakdown of Janelle's marriage. This tragedy serves as a reminder of the fragility of human relationships and the need for open dialogue, understanding, and support, especially during difficult times.