Obituary Examples for Brother

Michael "Mike" Anthony Johnson
July 12, 1975 – March 20, 2024
Atlanta, Georgia

Michael "Mike" Anthony Johnson, beloved brother, husband, father, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on March 20, 2024, at the age of 48, in Atlanta, Georgia. Born on July 12, 1975, in Atlanta to Robert and Mary Johnson, Mike was the middle child—our mischievous little brother, our protector, and our constant source of laughter.

Mike graduated from Georgia State University in 1997 with a degree in business, and went on to build a successful career as a marketing executive at Atlanta Tech. But his greatest pride was his family—he married his high school sweetheart, Sarah, in 2000, and together they raised two children: Emily (21) and Jacob (18). Mike was a devoted husband and father, who never missed a soccer game, a graduation, or a chance to tell his kids how much he loved them.

As a brother, Mike was the life of every family gathering—he loved pranking his siblings, telling terrible jokes, and reminding us all to "not take life too seriously." He was an avid Atlanta Falcons fan, a passionate golfer, and a volunteer coach for his kids’ soccer teams for over 10 years. He loved camping with his family, playing guitar (badly, but with enthusiasm), and cooking out on his grill every weekend.

Mike was preceded in death by his father, Robert Johnson. He is survived by his wife Sarah; his children Emily and Jacob; his mother Mary Johnson; his siblings Jennifer (Mark) Davis and David (Lisa) Johnson; his grandmother Margaret Smith; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

A celebration of Mike’s life will be held on March 27, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Atlanta Community Church, 456 Pine Street, Atlanta, GA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Atlanta Children’s Hospital, a cause Mike cared deeply about.

Mike’s laughter, his kindness, and his love for life will be missed by everyone who knew him. He was more than a brother—he was our heart, and we will carry his memory with us always.

Jacob "Jake" Thomas Wilson
June 5, 1998 – November 15, 2023
Denver, Colorado

Jacob "Jake" Thomas Wilson, 25, of Denver, Colorado, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2023, after a brief illness. Born in Denver to Tom and Lisa Wilson, Jake was a beloved brother to Sarah and Matthew, a loving son, and a cherished friend to many.

Jake graduated from the University of Colorado in 2020 with a degree in environmental science, and was working as a park ranger at Rocky Mountain National Park. He loved hiking, rock climbing, and sharing his passion for nature with others. He was known for his kind heart, his adventurous spirit, and his ability to make everyone feel welcome.

Jake is survived by his parents Tom and Lisa, his siblings Sarah and Matthew, his grandparents, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. A memorial hike in Jake’s honor will be held on November 25, 2023, at Rocky Mountain National Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Park Foundation.

Robert "Bob" Lee Davis
August 18, 1940 – December 10, 2023
Seattle, Washington

Robert "Bob" Lee Davis—our big brother, our hero, and the guy who always let us win at Monopoly (even though he never really lost)—left this world on December 10, 2023, at the age of 83. Born in Seattle to George and Helen Davis, Bob was the oldest of four, and he took his role as "big brother" seriously—protecting us, teasing us, and always having our backs.

Bob served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War, and after his service, he became a firefighter with the Seattle Fire Department for 30 years. He was a hero to his community, saving countless lives and mentoring young firefighters. As a brother, he was our rock—he helped us move into our first apartments, fixed our cars when they broke down, and always had a wise word (or a bad joke) when we needed it.

Bob loved fishing with his brothers, watching old western movies, and spoiling his 8 nieces and nephews. He was a member of the Seattle Firefighters Association and a volunteer at the local food bank for over 20 years.

Bob is survived by his siblings Mary, John, and Susan; his nieces and nephews; and his beloved cat, Mabel. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Carol.

We invite you to join us for a celebration of Bob’s life on December 17, 2023, at 1:00 PM at the Seattle Firefighters Hall. Bring your favorite story about Bob (the funnier the better), and let’s raise a glass to the best big brother anyone could ask for. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Seattle Firefighters Charitable Foundation.