Dr. Paul Chambers Brewer

August 5, 1958 - August 21, 2024

Beaufort, South Carolina - Paul Chambers Brewer, a devoted partner, father and brother died peacefully on August 21, 2024. He passed away in his home in Beaufort surrounded by members of his family. Dr. Brewer carried out his life under the values of loyalty, compassion and kindness, with a love for his community, his career and most of all, his family.

Born on August 5, 1958 in Clarksdale, Mississippi, Dr. Brewer grew up in Mississippi and Florida alongside his loving parents, sister and two brothers. In 1976, Dr. Brewer graduated from Cardinal Newman High School in West Palm Beach, Florida as Salutatorian. Dr. Brewer continued on to earn his Bachelor of Science in 1980 from Vanderbilt University, where he graduated summa cum laude and was elected as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. In 1984, Dr. Brewer received a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Virginia where he was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. Thereafter, he completed a pediatric internship and residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1987 and a dermatology residency at the University of Virginia in 1995.

In 1995, Dr. Brewer moved to Beaufort, SC, where he founded Beaufort Dermatology and raised his family alongside his partner, Christine Chiaviello. Dr. Brewer was known for his kind-hearted and gracious demeanor; cheerful nature; and positive outlook on life. He took great joy in serving his community for 23 years as a dermatologist and held a deep love and devotion to his two sons, in whom he instilled the virtues of humility and grace and a passion for academics.

Dr. Brewer is survived by his life partner, Christine Talbird Chiaviello and their sons, Cage Talbird Brewer and Robert Whitten Brewer. Dr. Brewer also is survived by his siblings, William Chester Brewer, Jr.; Joseph Lyons Brewer; and Elizabeth Ione Brewer Schaffenburg. Dr. Brewer is preceded in death by his father, William Chester Brewer and mother, Elizabeth Lyons Brewer.

A memorial service for Dr. Brewer will be held 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at St. Peter's Historical Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Dr. Brewer's name to The Alzheimer's Association to contribute to the research and cure for Alzheimer's disease -https://www.alz.org/get-involved-now/donate.

Please share your thoughts and stories about Dr. Brewer by visiting www.copelandfuneralservice.com.

Copeland Funeral Service is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Published by The Island Packet from Aug. 23 to Aug. 26, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Brewer

11 Entries

Barbara & Marvin Stanley

September 13, 2024

I just saw the obit for Dr.Paul Brewer at Copeland's site. I am so sorry for missing his funeral. I definitely would have been there. He was my dermatologist for a few years. He was always kind and considerate. I was amazed at his memory of my medical history there up to about year before he left the practice. Surely, he now rejoices in his heavenly reward. Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord. May perpetual Light shine upon him. My sincere condolences to his family. I'm sure the past few years have been a heart-breaking challenge. He will be missed.

Julie Jaskiewicz

September 13, 2024

I am just heartbroken to learn of Paul´s passing. Many of my fondest memories of med school include Paul - his sweet, self-effacing demeanor, his constant smile, and such a sense of humor. He got me through a lot of the drudgery of those pre-clinical years. I will never forget him.

To his family I share my deepest condolences. How blessed he was to have you beside him. How blessed you are to have shared in his remarkable life.

Lawrence Leake MD

September 9, 2024

Paul was a classmate of mine at UVA med school class of 1984. He was a friendly and kind soul with a quick smile. What a loss! So sorry to hear of his demise, we missed him at our recent 40th reunion.

Craig Slingluff

September 9, 2024

To Christine and family,

I am so sorry to hear the news about Paul's passing, and for all he has been through these past few years. Paul called me a few years ago to let me know what he was going through, and my heart has been with him and you all since then. He was so fortunate for him that you, Christine, and your sons were with him through this.

Paul was one of my two closest friends in medical school at UVA, as we were study partners for those years, and he was always fun to be with, and also smart and kind. I was honored to be at your wedding many years ago, along with our mutual friend Mike Fallon, which was a lovely celebration and day.

When you, Christine, and Paul came back to UVA for fellowship training it was wonderful to see Paul often, and it was great to share a few patients with Paul related to his dermatology practice in Beaufort. It was clear that Paul was loved by his patients for his caring and expert care.

He was a dear friend, and there is a new hole in my heart with his passing.

Warm regards to you all,
- Craig Slingluff

Judy Lohr

August 27, 2024

Dr. Brewer was our much loved doctor for over 20 years to me and my husband Reggie. He was with Reggie in memory care and we adored him. He was a treasure and we were blessed to call him friend all these years.

Curt Presley

August 26, 2024

Please accept my condolences. Paul and I went to elementary school together in Clarksdale, MS and were cabin mates at Camp Carolina. Pat and Mike Peay and some other old Clarksdale friends got together for lunch with Paul a few years ago at Abe´s BBQ. I´m thankful for that time together. Curt Presley

Martha B

August 25, 2024

I was a patient of Dr. Brewer. He was such a thoughtful and considerate doctor and a true gentleman. Sending family condolences

Joseph Nierstedt

August 25, 2024

Dr Brewer was our Dr and his Obituary says it all !! couldnt of asked for a nicer person, Prayers to his loving family ..God Bless

Obrien family

August 24, 2024

My late husband and I were patients of Dr. Brewer. We greatly admired his personal kindness and consideration for patients.

Sandi Brown Jordan

August 24, 2024

I only knew of Dr. Brewer living here in Beaufort for 22 years and working at the hospital as a nurse but I want to extend my sympathy and may his memory be a blessing.

Rosemary Orsino

August 24, 2024

My sympathy to Dr. Brewer´s family. I appreciated him so very much as my physician. I´ll always remember him. May he rest in peace.

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