Obituaries

Silas H. Brewer, Jr., age 90, of Walton, KY entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Silas was born in Louisville, KY to the late Christine and Silas H. Brewer, Sr. He is also preceded in death by his first wife, Rosemary Millwee and brother, John Brewer. Silas graduated from Duke University and then entered law school at the University of Kentucky, where he graduated in 1964. During his time in college, he served as the President of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity, where he gained many lifelong friendships. Silas proudly served in the United States Marine Corps upon graduation from college. That is where Silas served on Okinawa in a Rifle Regiment as an infantry platoon leader. He later served in the Marine Reserves as a company commander and retired early as a Captain. After his time in the service, Silas went on to practice law in Little Rock, Arkansas for over 35 years at Kaplan Brewer and Maxey law firm, where he remained until retirement. He was also selected by colleagues and competitors for honorary membership in the Best Lawyers in America for 15 consecutive years as a specialist in Workers Compensation Law. Silas took up running in mid-life, completing 7 marathons, one of which involved a trek across the Grand Canyon and again he developed many lasting friendships during this time. He remained active in his later years, taking up and later perfecting his golf game. His first sporting love, as many who knew and loved him will know, was basketball, specifically the Kentucky Wildcats and the Duke Blue Devils. Silas leaves behind his beloved daughters, Rebecca Spohn (Charles) of Little Rock, AR and Allison Thurman of Jackson, MS, and grandchildren, Will Spohn, Olivia Spohn, Rylie Rose Thurman and Ella Thurman. He also leaves behind his second wife, Charlotte Brewer and her children, John Brooking (Kim), Susan Marshall (Edward) and Anne Roberts (Jon) and their children, Tyler Brooking, David Marshall, Jake Roberts, Andy Roberts and Ben Roberts. His memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who had the privilege of being a part of his life and he will be greatly missed. Services will take place in Little Rock, AR at the convenience of the family. Online condolences may be left for the family at: www.stithfuneralhomes.com