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Helen
Brazell
Jul 20, 1933 — Jan 13, 2025
Helen Eason Brazell, 91, of Kingsland, GA passed away on January 13, 2025, at Community Hospice in Jacksonville, FL.
Born on July 20, 1933, in Whiteville, North Carolina, to the late William S. Eason and Helen Leona Graham, Helen moved to Kingsland as a teenager. At the age of 16, she married Oscar E. Brazell, and together they built a loving home for their four children. While her primary role was that of a devoted homemaker, Helen also worked as an office assistant for local doctors in St. Marys and later at the Woodbine Thiokol Chemical Plant, where she assisted in the emergency response during the historic 1971 explosion.
Helen was deeply involved in her children's lives, serving as an active member of the PTA and as a proud den mother for the Girl Scouts. She was also a dedicated member of the St. Mary's Junior Woman's Club and the Bridge Club, where she formed enduring friendships. Her warmth and hospitality made her home a gathering place for family and friends. Her passion for gardening was evident in her beautifully maintained yard, which earned her the honor of "Yard of the Month" from the local garden club.
In later years, Helen discovered a love for travel, creating cherished memories on adventures both domestic and internationally with friends. She regularly brought home elegant jewelry and unique collectibles from her travels, curating a collection of meaningful keepsakes.
Christmas was Helen's favorite holiday, and she embraced the season with boundless joy and creativity. Her home became a festive wonderland each year, and she extended her holiday spirit to her children's homes, helping to create cherished traditions and lasting memories. Helen truly embodied the spirit of the season, spreading warmth, generosity, and beauty wherever she went.
A lifelong learner and independent spirit, Helen lived on her own until the age of 91. She enjoyed reading, shopping on QVC, cooking for her family, and cheering on the Atlanta Braves.
Helen was the epitome of grace and elegance, a true lady who embraced every occasion with style and sophistication. Always impeccably dressed and adorned with fine jewelry, her hair and nails perfectly done, she believed that presentation was a reflection of self-respect. Her polished demeanor was complemented by her warm heart, timeless Southern charm, and deep love for her family.
Helen found great joy in spending time with her children and grandchildren, generously sharing her time, wisdom, and delicious recipes. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Kingsland, and her faith was a cornerstone of her life.
Helen's legacy of love, generosity, and elegance will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Services will be held on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Kingsland, GA with her grandson, the Rev. Jeffrey Brazell, officiating. Burial will follow in Brazell-Peeples Cemetery. The family will receive friends starting at 10:00 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the building fund of Kingsland First Baptist Church.
Pallbearers are grandsons Christopher Brazell, Walker Brazell, Terrell Brazell, Kevin Brazell and great grandsons Bryan Carl Brazell and Barrett Brazell.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Oscar E. Brazell, brothers, Joe Eason and Billy Eason, two grandsons Bryan Colon Brazell and John Curtis Brett, and a great grandson Andrew Pierce.
Survivors include her sons Michael E. Brazell and wife Jean M. Brazell, Oscar T. (Terry) Brazell and wife Dianne Brazell, and David E. Brazell and wife Connie Brazell; one daughter Sandra (Sandy) K. Brett and husband Curt Brett; a sister Barbara Eason Abbott and husband Ron; ten grandchildren Jeffrey Brazell, Julie Brazell, Walker Brazell, Terrell Brazell, Kevin Brazell, Allison Parr, Christopher Brazell, Heather Pierce, Andrew Freeman, and Daniel Freeman; twenty great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.
Allison Memorial Chapel and Funeral Home of St. Marys is in charge of the arrangements.
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