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Benjamin Brinson Obituary

Benjamin Lewis Brinson, Jr.
ALPHARETTA, GA- Benjamin Lewis Brinson, Jr., of Alpharetta, Georgia, died on Monday, December 2, 2013, at Gardens of Roswell. Mr. Brinson was a native of Graymont (now Twin City) in Emanuel County, the son of Benjamin Lewis Brinson and Pauline Belk Brinson. He attended Emanuel County Institute and was a 1953 high school graduate of Georgia Military College in Milledgeville. He received the BBA degree in accounting in 1957 and the MA degree in economic statistics in 1958 from the University of Georgia. He also received the MPA degree from Harvard University in 1965. While at the University of Georgia, Mr. Brinson was a member of Delta Tau Delta social fraternity; Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi, and other honorary scholastic fraternities. He was designated a Fellow of the Institute of Public Administration following graduation from Harvard.
Mr. Brinson was a civilian employee of the Department of the Air Force at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia. He received the Meritorious Civilian Service Award in 1985 from the Air Force Logistics Command and retired from Federal service after 33 years. He joined the faculty of the Middle Georgia Technical College in Warner Robins and he retired in 2001 after ten years of service.
Mr. Brinson was an active member of the Byromville Baptist Church in Dooly County, serving as Deacon, Treasurer, and Sunday School Teacher. He also served as a member and chairman of the Dooly County Board of Education. He represented Dooly County on the board of the Middle Flint Planning and Development Commission, serving as Chairman; he represented the Middle Flint area on the Governor's Committee for Regional Planning and Development, serving as Chairman. He also served on the Dooly County Board of Family and Children's Services and as mayor of Byromville.
After retirement to Savannah, Chatham County, he was an active member of the Isle of Hope United Methodist Church, serving as a Sunday School teacher and Church historian. Upon his final move to Alpharetta, Fulton County, to be near his sons' families, he was an active member of the Dunwoody United Methodist Church, serving as co-chair of the Pryme Tymers Council and teaching Sunday School.
Survivors include his wife, Judith Panter Brinson of Alpharetta; his sons and daughters-in-law Benjamin Lewis Brinson III and Carol Ann Brinson of Dunwoody; and Jonathan Belk Brinson and Michelle Brayley Brinson of Cherokee County; his daughter-in-law Sandra Willis Brinson of Perry; one sister and brother-in-law, Elaine Brinson Evans and Wiley C. Evans III of Bartow; one sister-in-law Rebecca Mann Panter of Columbus, three granddaughters, one grandson and two step-granddaughters. He was predeceased by his son Lane Edwards Brinson of Perry.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 5, 2013 at 10:30am at the Dunwoody United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends in the parlor one hour preceding the service. Burial will be at the Brinson Cemetery in Emanuel County near Canoochee on Thursday, December 5th at 4:00pm.
Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Brinson's memory may be made to the Brinson Cemetery Association, 209 Long View Lane, Pickens, SC 29671 or the Treasurer, Byromville Baptist Church, Byromville, Georgia 31007
Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society in Alpharetta, GA (678) 735-5500.

Published by The Telegraph on Dec. 4, 2013.
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Judy, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Brinson, my heart goes out to you and the family, all good memories, God Bless...Arthur

Arthur felton

December 23, 2013

Judy, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Many fond memories of you during our school years and also at Church. Betty Feeney Enlow, Iuka MS

December 9, 2013

Judy, sorry to hear about Lew's passing. We will keep you and family in our prayers.

Eugene & Lisa McGuire

December 8, 2013

Dear Judy and family,

I am sorry to learn of the loss of your dear husband and father of your children. I thought Lew was such a radiant and sweet gentleman when we all sat together at the class reunion a few years ago. I will be thinking of you and sending loving thoughts... sonya

sonya bennett

December 6, 2013

My Dear Judy,

I am thinking of you and sending loving sympathy and prayers for you at this time. I was so happy to sit with you and Lew a few years ago at our class reunion... I found him to have such a kind and radiant heart... you both really lifted my spirits that day. will always remember that special day with both of you.
Sonya Bennett / Fairhope, Alabama

sonya bennett

December 6, 2013

Judy and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Lew's passing. He was such a wonderful man and I know you are comforted knowing he is in heaven with our Lord. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sandra Watterson Dunkle

December 6, 2013

Judy, I saw your strength when Lane died and know your faith will keep you strong now. Our friendship beginning in the 7th grade has been on-going and I am thankful for it. Love, Wanda Rachels

December 5, 2013

May God give you and your family special blessings and peace during this time. Our prayers are with you.

Sonja Thompson

December 5, 2013

Judy, our prayers are with you. We cannot imagine your loss, but be assured that our Savior has walked the path you tread and He will be with you.

Pat Blackwell Kolb

December 5, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It is nice to know that he has a house already made for him. May you sorry be short and your wonderful memories last a life time. God Bless

Michael McRae

December 5, 2013

Our deepest sympathies and prayers for all the family.

Peggy Ellison

December 5, 2013

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Rev. 21:3, 4 ~ Kim

December 5, 2013

Although my encounters with Mr. Brinson over the years were few, it is safe to say that he was a smart southern gentleman. He had a good heart and seemed to take a genuine interest in the lives of the people around him. I'm happy to have had the opportunity to get to know him.

Jeff Hynes

December 4, 2013

I am sorry to hear of your loss. He is in God's memory. What a wonder place to be, for he promises to resurrect those who are. May God give you the strength to endure this trial.

December 4, 2013

Before Lewis, Jr. left ECI (in Twin City), he was a classmate of mine. All of our class thought very highly of him. He was very kind and considerate - even as a teenager. My prayers go with his family.
Helen Black Edenfield

December 4, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

Sonya Hinson

December 4, 2013

Deeepest condolences to the Brinson family. I had the pleasure of working with Lew at Middle Georgia Tech for several years before returning to the University System. He was always a gentleman, beloved by his students and will be sorely missed by all whose lives he touched.

Claude Lucas, Ed.D

December 4, 2013

I had the pleasure and honor of working for Lew for a few years at Robins. He was truely the best boss I've ever had. He was extremely smart and could always get the best out of his people. He was a true southern gentleman and a godly man who loved his family. My condolences to his entire family.

Robbie Jennings

December 4, 2013

To the Brinson family...may God comfort you and bring you peace during this time of bereavement.

December 4, 2013

I had the privilege of being one of Mr. Brinsons students at Middle Georgia Tech. He was an excellent teacher and a wonderful man. I'll always remember Proof Proof Proof!

Diane Hinton

December 4, 2013

My deepest sympathy, to the Bronson, Family may the God of all comfort, comfort the family in their time of loss.

Janice Bush

December 4, 2013

Judy thinking of you and yor family at this sad time.
Nancy Harris Rosenberg

December 4, 2013

Ms Judy, we will be thinking of you and the family during this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you! May God continue to bless you and Comfort you as well.

Randy Lamberth

December 3, 2013

Judy and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Lew was a true Southern gentleman and will be missed by so many of us. Our deepest sympathy, Barbara & Roger Young

Roger & Barbara Young

December 3, 2013

My Grandmother so loved this man. Heaven gained another angel. Thanks for all the Sunday school lessons and the example u always were to Byromville Baptist!!

Hollie Welch

December 3, 2013

I remember warmly Lou Brinson as a young Baptist pastor in Dooly County. He was very kind and encouraging to me and I admired his interest and investment in his community and church. I'm comforted by the Psalmist who said, "weeping endures for the the night, but joy comes in the morning."

JW Wallis

December 3, 2013

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