Sister Wives’ Janelle Brown Pays Tribute to Garrison on 1-Year Anniversary of His Death

The pain of losing a child is something no parent should have to endure, yet for Sister Wives star Janelle Brown, the grief remains as raw as ever. Marking the one-year anniversary of her son Garrison’s passing, Janelle took to social media to share a heartfelt tribute, expressing the deep sorrow and longing she still feels every day.

Accompanying a touching photo of Garrison with one of his beloved cats, Janelle poured out her emotions, writing, “I stay busy, but in every quiet moment, you are first and foremost in my thoughts. It’s been a year, baby. We miss you so much. I miss you so much.” Her words echoed the immense loss that continues to weigh heavily on her heart.

Janelle also encouraged her followers to honor Garrison’s memory by supporting a cause that was dear to him—animal welfare. She urged fans to donate to their local animal shelters, rescues, or humane societies, ensuring that Garrison’s passion for helping animals lives on.

Reflecting on grief and healing, Janelle shared a message of acceptance, stating, “You have to feel it. If you don’t, it just gets more powerful.” Her words resonated with many who have faced similar heartbreak, emphasizing the importance of allowing oneself to fully experience the emotions that come with loss.

Garrison, the son of Janelle and Kody Brown, tragically died by suicide last March, with police confirming that he was found in his Arizona home from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. His death sent shockwaves through the Sister Wives community, leaving his family and loved ones grappling with unimaginable pain.

Janelle had previously expressed concerns about Garrison’s mental health, noting that he seemed increasingly withdrawn and burdened in his final months. “I have worried about my boy’s mental health,” she shared. “Garrison just seemed angrier, sadder. Like he wasn’t his happy-go-lucky self anymore.” Her words highlight the heartbreaking reality that even those closest to someone may struggle to fully understand the depths of their pain.

Christine Brown, Janelle’s former sister wife and close confidante, also paid tribute to Garrison on the solemn anniversary. Posting cherished family photos, she reflected on the void left by his absence, writing, “My heart aches without him. Every photo, video, memory, joke, and story with him in it is infinitely more precious than ever. I miss him so much. I can’t believe it’s been a year.”

ggle of keeping Garrison’s memory alive while coping with the pain of his absence. “We have pictures of him everywhere, and I ask myself, ‘What are we supposed to do? Do I want to see him every day, knowing he’s not here?’ But then I realized—I just have to embrace the pain. It’s never going to go away. There’s always going to be a Garrison-sized hole in our lives.”

The Sister Wives family continues to navigate the difficult road of healing, with Janelle, Christine, and their loved ones finding solace in their cherished memories of Garrison. As they mark this painful milestone, they remind others to cherish their loved ones, check in on those who may be struggling, and never take a moment for granted.

As Janelle so poignantly put it, “My Achilles’ heel is my kids. I’m always going to be emotional when it comes to them. That’s just the one place that gets me every time.”

For fans of Sister Wives, this tribute serves as a reminder of the devastating impact of loss—but also of the enduring love that remains. Garrison’s memory lives on through his family, his passions, and the countless lives he touched along the way.