Brody Jones Humphries

We celebrate the life of Brody Jones Humphries, age 86, of Fort Myers, FL, who passed away on November 5th, 2026, a date he shares with his mother’s birth. He passed in the arms of his daughter, sister and partner.

Born on December 28,1939 in Friendship, TN to John Ray Humphries and Annabelle Young Humphries. Brody grew up with a deep commitment to civic duty and a passion for cooking that he shared with his entire family. After graduating from Northville High School, Northville MI, Brody went on to serve in the Air Force and later to earn his bachelor's degree from Rockhurst University, Kansas City, MO. Settling in Roland Park, KS he built a career as a representative of Anaconda Wire and Cable for more than 20 years before eventually retiring to Fort Myers. Brody was best known for his razor-sharp mind, mischievous humor, his courage and endurance. His love of sports took many forms over the years, golf being a life long favorite. Nothing brought Brody more happiness than spending time with family, and friends cooking, playing and cracking wise.

Brody is survived by his partner Judi Dixon; children Cara Humphries (Erick Bachmann); and Elizabeth (Jeffrey) Cobb; grandchildren Cameron Cobb-Dollar (Ben Dollar); Caitlyn Cobb and Jeffrey Cobb; siblings Peggy Steinhebel and Betty Humphries, a myriad of nieces and nephews and a vast pool of other ne’er-do-wells.

Brody was preceded in death by his parents Annabelle Young Humphries, John Ray Humphries, and siblings Anna Lou Humphries, John Humphries, Lilly Hannis, Martha Thomas, and Joe Humphries.

In lieu of flowers and memorials the family has requested a donation made to Homes for Our Troops in Brody’s honor.