Known for his appearances alongside his parents, Kody and Janelle Brown, on the hit TLC series “Sister Wives,” Garrison was a familiar face to many. He had moved away from his family and was living independently in his own home in Flagstaff, Arizona.

On March 5, 2024, Garrison’s family shared the heartbreaking news of his passing on his Instagram account where he often shared picture updates. The announcement read, “Our beloved brother/son Robert (aka Garrison) passed away late last night. We appreciate the love and support from all those who have given it.”

Janelle, Garrison’s mother, expressed her profound grief on social media, sharing a photo of her son and writing, “Kody and I are deeply saddened to announce the loss of our beautiful boy Robert Garrison Brown. He was a bright spot in the lives of all who knew him.” She further added, “His loss will leave such a big hole in our lives that it takes our breath away.”

The circumstances surrounding the young man’s death are tragic. According to the Flagstaff Police Department, officers responded to a report of a death at Garrison’s home on the morning of March 5, 2024. Upon arrival, they discovered Garrison deceased at the scene.

The cause of death appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Lieutenant Charles M. Hernandez II of the Flagstaff Police Department confirmed that Garrison’s younger brother, Gabriel, 22, discovered his body. Garrison’s passing came just over a month before his 26th birthday, marking a life that ended far too soon.

In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Brown family faced a series of challenges. Over Thanksgiving 2021, Kody, the patriarch of the family, set out strict guidelines for his family on how to celebrate the holidays. He suggested that if his sons, Gabriel and Garrison, wanted to maintain their social lives during the pandemic, they should move out.

During an episode of “Sister Wives,” Kody expressed his concerns about visiting Janelle’s home. He felt that the active social lives of Garrison and Gabriel were potential sources of exposure to the virus. Kody proposed that Janelle should ask their older sons to leave the house, allowing him to spend more time with their younger child.

Janelle strongly resisted this idea, asserting that she wanted to let them stay at home. She shared that Garrison had returned home intending to save money to buy his own house. She explained to Kody that Garrison was close to his goal of buying a new home but lacked sufficient funds to move out immediately.

She stated, “I’m not going to kick him out this close to his goal.” During her argument with Kody, she revealed that Garrison didn’t have much of a social life and most of his friends had moved away, leaving him feeling lonely. She stood firm in her decision to let Garrison stay at home, despite Kody’s concerns about the potential health risks.

Garrison, however, decided to take matters into his own hands. In January 2022, Garrison, then 23, secured a loan of $336,000 and bought a house in Flagstaff, Arizona. The house, a two-story building with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, was located a short twenty-minute drive from Kody’s $890K home.

Before Garrison took the leap to buy his own house, he had embarked on a project to refurbish an old camper trailer. His mother revealed this in a post made in December 2020. This project was not just a testament to Garrison’s carpentry skills and creativity, but also a bonding experience for him and his brother, Gabriel.

They spent considerable time working on the trailer together, much to their mother’s delight. She expressed her excitement about the project in her post, stating, “I’m really excited to see his finished project. [sic]”

Janelle also shared Garrison’s love for carpentry when she posted a picture of him building a piece of wooden furniture and captioned it, “Garrison is building me a table! There is a long line of carpenters on my dad’s side of the family. Maybe he has picked up that torch. [sic]”

By June 2021, Garrison had completed the refurbishment of his camper trailer. He proudly shared pictures of his furnished van on social media, humorously captioning the post, “Livin in a van down by the river.” This accomplishment showcased his ability to transform a simple trailer into a comfortable living space, further demonstrating his carpentry skills.

Garrison’s journey, marked by his experiences and a deep-seated desire for personal space, eventually led him to establish his own home in Flagstaff, Arizona. In February 2024, mere days before his untimely passing, Garrison took to Instagram to introduce the latest addition to his household, a nine-year-old cat named Ms Buttons.

He revealed that he had saved Ms Buttons from euthanasia, playfully dubbing himself a “#crazycatlady.” Unbeknownst to him and his followers, this heartwarming post would be his last. Despite the challenges, Garrison had managed to carve out a life for himself. However, his relationship with his father, Kody, seemed strained.

Garrison previously shared, “Since I last talked to Dad, I have bought a house, gotten into a school, and acquired the car that I wanted, despite him telling me I should never get it.” When asked about his father’s awareness of these developments, Garrison responded, “No, he doesn’t care to.”

Kody revealed that he had been trying to reach out to his elder children, including Garrison, but they had blocked him. Following Garrison’s untimely death, Kody shared a heartfelt post on social media, expressing his deep sadness over the loss of his son.

As previously reported on March 5, 2024:

Garrison Brown made 2022 the year of independence as he secured a residence merely a twenty-minute drive from his father, Kody Brown’s, home, notably valued at $890,000.

Garrison’s new dwelling was modest yet inviting, spanning two floors with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, perfectly catering to his needs. Flooded with natural light, the 1,441-square-foot property featured fresh wood flooring and a welcoming fireplace on the first floor.

Additionally, the home included a small fenced-in courtyard and backyard, providing a serene outdoor space for relaxation and enjoyment. Records revealed that Garrison had taken out a $336K loan to finance his new Arizona home. He had agreed to repay the loan in full by January of 2052, embarking on the journey of homeownership at a relatively young age.

However, Garrison’s decision to purchase his own home was not without its own set of circumstances. His move came after a feud between Garrison, his mother Janelle, and his father Kody had reached its breaking point, with tensions escalating over family COVID rules.

Garrison’s decision to move out was a culmination of this ongoing conflict. Kody had imposed strict guidelines for celebrating holidays during the pandemic, insisting that if his sons wanted to maintain social lives, they should find their own living arrangements.

“I’m making all the sacrifices, and I’m asking everybody else to simply meet that level of sacrifice so that the family can exist,” Kody stated firmly, emphasizing his expectations regarding adherence to his rules.

However, Garrison’s compliance with his father’s rules had been inconsistent, leading to further discord within the family. He had disregarded Kody’s guidelines, prompting heated exchanges between family members.

During a particularly tense confrontation, Garrison challenged his father’s authority, expressing defiance against his directives. Janelle tried defending her son, claiming he was close to securing payment for a new home and had been saving in the past months.

Kody Brown retaliated, expressing frustration with Garrison’s behavior and indicating his intention to enforce consequences. “I tolerated a lot for a very long time until I realized that I was being lied to or deceived,” he remarked. “I’m on the verge of washing my hands of it. I’m gonna have Gabriel and Garrison move out of the house.”

Tragically, a year after moving into his own home, Garrison’s life came to a devastating end. Reports surfaced indicating that Garrison had passed away, with indications suggesting suicide. Authorities responded to a report at Garrison’s residence, where they found him deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Janelle confirmed the heartbreaking news on social media, mourning the loss of her son, who had been a cherished presence in their lives.