Billy Brewer

Billy Brewer, age 79, of Graham passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Savannah.

Mr. Brewer was born on June 17, 1947 in Jeff Davis County to the late Arthur Leon Brewer, Sr. and the late Louise Clifton Brewer. He was a member of Graham United Methodist Church. Mr. Brewer dedicated his life to service. He retired from the Appling County Sheriff's Office after serving as a Deputy Sheriff for 44 years. Following his brief "retirement," Billy returned to work in Jeff Davis County serving part-time as a Deputy Sheriff.

Billy loved his family deeply, including his pets. He leaves behind his best friend, Mattie. He is now reunited with his best friend, Kiki. Billy was known for his ability to make friends with anyone and his loving yet "rough around the edges" personality. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Arthur "Art" Leon Brewer, Jr. and Randolph Brewer.

Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Waunell Williams Brewer of Graham; daughter & son-in-law, Rena & David Williamson of Graham; brother, Paul Brewer of Graham; sister, Betty Roberts of Aiken, SC; grandsons, Tripp Hardee of Savannah and Tyler Hardee of Graham; bonus grandchildren, Cody & Whitney Williamson of Lyons; and bonus great granddaughter, Kennedy Williamson. A host of nieces and nephews also survive, including his beloved niece, Paula Griffin.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Baxley First Church (217 S. Main Street, Baxley, GA 31513).

Active pallbearers will be Justin Sanders, Keith Mack, Gene Davis, Scotty Tanner, Danielle Williams, Brent Merritt, Kim Williamson, and Danny Williamson.

Honorary pallbearers will be all active and retired law enforcement officers.

Interment will follow in Graham United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday evening, August 19, 2026 from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. at Swain Funeral Home (1632 Hatch Parkway North, Baxley, GA 31513).

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Graham United Methodist Church (c/o Anita Baucom, 1097 Campground Road, Baxley, GA 31513).

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Baker McCullough Funeral Home and Swain Funeral Home.