Several members of the Brantley family have distinguished themselves socially, professionally, or both. Here are a few Brantley's that have been suggested to be included in this list. If you know of a Brantley that is well known for some type of accomplishment then please tell us about it. Click on a persons picture to learn more about them.
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Dr. William T.
Brantley (1787-1845) |
Leading protestant minister | |
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William D. Kizzah (1895-1966) |
First professional Brantley family researcher | |
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Newby Odell
Brantly (1905-1993) |
Pilot of the Year 1961, Inventor of two way stretchable elastic, multiple helicopter designs, bra design, backhoe design | |
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Dr. Lucy McCullough (1846-?) |
One of the first female physicians in Georgia | |
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Jeff Brantley (1963-) |
Professional baseball player | |
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Hattie Brantley (1916-2006) |
"Angel of Bataan," WWII POW, nurse | |
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Harlon Block (1924-1945) |
Soldier who placed flag in famous Iwo Jima photo by Joe Rosenthal | |
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Gene Brantley (1928-1999) |
Brantley family historian and genealogist, inspiration for Brantley Association | |
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Brigadier
General William Felix Brantley (1830-1870) |
Most noted Brantley officer during the Civil War | |
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Carl Perkins (1932-1998) |
American pioneer of rockabilly music | |
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Betsy Brantley (1955-) |
Actress | |
