Mr. Milton "Mickey" Vernon Brasher

Mr. Milton “Mickey” Brasher, age 91, passed away on Monday July 21, 2025. Mr. Brasher was born on July 11, 1934, to the late Isaac Reeder Brasher and Gladys Bailey Brasher. He is preceded in death by his wife Louise Brasher, parents Isaac and Gladys Brasher, brother Gene Brasher, sisters, Mary Elizabeth Basher, Katherine Bloome, Charolette Combs, and Juanita Schroeder. Mickey is survived by his daughter Mikki Brasher, stepdaughter Jamie Peterson (Michael), stepson Kenneth Benson (Joanna), brother Al Brasher (Dottie), sister Glenda Burch (Skip), brother-in-law Leonard Combs, grandchildren Byne Goodin, Kyle Goodin, Kristin Brasher, Alyssa Sanchez, Cameron Davidson, Zander Benson and Jenna Childress, and 7 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mickey was originally from Sylacauga, AL where he attended Sylacauga High School. While in school, he worked as a lifeguard in the summer and alongside his parents at the local cotton mill. He joined the Air Force at age 20 and participated as a member of the USAF boxing team. Later, Mickey attended Jacksonville State University and was voted Class President his freshmen year. In the late 60s Mickey relocated to Olympia, Washington, and worked a number of years for Atlas Powder Company. A few other noteworthy accomplishments: obtained his cosmetology license and co-ran a beauty salon; was involved in the cleanup efforts after Exxon Valdez Oil Spill in Alaska; managed an independent gaming establishment; contracted as a Freelance DJ; and served as a licensed timekeeper for professional boxing matches. Mickey was a true adventurer and outdoorsman. You could find him most summers on the riverbanks of Alaska salmon fishing or bow hunting for elk, deer or caribou. He was an outgoing and friendly man who loved to share his fishing expertise with newcomers to the sport. He taught himself (with a little help from Bob Ross videos) to paint. His specialty was outdoor scenes of mountains and rivers. Much of his artwork proudly dawns the walls of his family members and friends. Mickey also loved gardening and reading. He was a self-proclaimed ‘simple man’ whose unconventional lifestyle and brilliant smile made him so endearing. He loved the Lord and his close-knit family. He lived his 91 years to the fullest and he will be missed! Service Arrangements: A Celebration of Life service for Mickey Brasher will be held on August 23rd at 12:00pm at Columbus Park. The address is 5700 Black Lake Blvd, SW Olympia, WA 98512