1941
2010
James "Jim" Bryant, age 69, of Rogers, passed away at his home on May 12, 2010, after a short bout with cancer. He was born on March 13, 1941, in North Little Rock to Curtis and Lois Bryant. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Jeanette Majors.
In 1982, he retired from the US Air Force after 22 years of service, after which he was employed by Cooper Communities, Inc. and CEI Engineering until 2003. He was an avid musician, a gift which he passed down to his son and grandsons.
Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Dorothy Bryant; son, Steve Bryant and wife Mary of Bentonville; grandchildren, Shana, Tony and Andy Bryant; step-grandsons, Michael, Chris, and Matthew Bischoff; sisters, Joy Kerfoot and husband Karl of Ponca City, Oklahoma, JoAnn Lake of Tulsa, Oklahoma; a brother John Bryant and his wife Kathy of Granby, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, May 17, 2010, at Fayetteville National Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by the United States Air Force Honor Guard from Little Rock Air Force Base. There will be no visitation.
The family requests that memorials be made to Disabled American Veterans (Attn. Gift Processing), P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301, or to Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale 72764.
Arrangements are by Callison-Lough Funeral Home in downtown Rogers. Online condolences may be made at www.callisonloughfuneralhome.com.
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February 15, 2011
John Webb
It's been over 30 years since I had the pleasure of Jim's company, but I will always remember the hours we had playing at Marlou's. The friendship that both you and Jim shared with me provided a guiding light to me that has has served to light my path throughout all the succeeding years. All my best to you and yours.
June 4, 2010
Korey Smith
I just wanted to pass on my condolences to the family for Jim's passing. I knew Jim when I worked at CEI Engineering and he was my supervisor.
May 24, 2010
Dearest Dorothy:
I am so glad that we saw each other in wal-mart today, it was meant to be!! I am so very sorry for Jim's passing. I remember when Frank and I were engaged, we were at your house and Jim made up a song about us and played it on the guitar!! I won;t ever forget that! We love you always!
Kathy, Frank, Zach, Jessie and Beth and Dale Hastings
May 20, 2010
David Todd
Dorothy, and all the family:
I'm saddened at Jim's passing, and know you all are. Jim and I worked together at CEI for many years. I had lots of good conversations with him.
May 18, 2010
Jim and I started within a few months of each other at CEI. I was sorry to hear of his passing and send my sympathy to Dorothy and the family that he loved so dearly. Sue Huffman (Bentonville, AR)
May 18, 2010
Mary Ellen Wortham
Dear Dorothy and family:
I was so sorry to hear about Jim.You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I remember camping with you all at sugarloaf and Jim playing and singing. Love to you all,
Mary Ellen Tobey Wortham
May 17, 2010
Fanny May Buter
Dorothy, even though I didn't have the privilege of meeting Jim personally, because of what you have told me of him, I know that he was an exceptional person. I was really blessed when you shared with me Jim's testimony that he had put his life in God's hands and was content with whatever the Lord had for him. I pray God's comfort for you and your family as you adjust to life without Jim. "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints." Psalm 116:15
May 17, 2010
Bryan Lake
Aunt Dot,
The service for Uncle Jim starts in just a few minutes and I wish I was there to show my respect for him and to be with you, Steve and the whole family. Uncle Jim was one of the kindest, gentlest souls I have ever known and I am proud to be his nephew…I will remember him often.
With Love,
Bryan
May 16, 2010
Tamara Vaughn
Steve and Family:
This is tough-it's like I know part of your Mom and Dad-just from being a "listener" at work. I'm very sorry for your lose, but I am grateful that your Dad isn't suffering any longer. As we have talked (and now we both know) there comes a time when it is ok to let go. Your Dad is no longer physically with you but-Trust me NO-ONE on the face of this earth can take your wonderful memories!!!Now, you must take care of yourself,and your Mom just like your Dad has asked! God Bless you all....
(wth)
May 15, 2010
Leigh Gould Bailey
I never got to personally meet Jim, but Deste always speaks so fondly of him and of you, Dorothy. Jim was kind enough to send me the occasional email pictures of Shana, Tony and Andy when they were younger. I will keep you in my prayers. God bless. Leigh Gould Bailey
May 15, 2010
Bob & Judy Tobey
Dorothy and family...There should have been more time. He had more singing to do with Steve, and friends. But we feel better knowing that he was prepared to meet his God. May that sweet assurance, and your 48 years of great memories, bring you comfort and peace in the coming months. Wish we could have seen you more often. But
our thoughts and prayers are with you now.
We love you, Bob & Judy
May 15, 2010
Dear Dorothy:We are thinking of you at this troubling time. We wish our relationship with you and Jim had been closer, but that does not affect our love and respect for him and for you. You are a wonderful couple. We will miss Jim, and consequently probably miss you also. We know you from Coal Gap and Billie/Bernard's. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. Betty & Edgar Van Zandt Seligman
May 15, 2010
Camilla Robinson
I met Jim and his family in the mid-fifties when Curtis Bryant was pastor of Hebron Baptist Church in Little Rock. Jim and I attended junior high school and were good friends. My brother, Arthur Graham, dated one of Jim's sisters. I was saddened to read of his death. I know the days ahead will be difficult and I will keep you in my prayers. With sincere sympathy..Camilla Graham Robinson (Little Rock, Arkansas)
May 14, 2010
Alex Leon
Dear Dorthy sorry for what happened but thats the way of life. I will miss Jim so much I will always remember him, what's gona make it hard is not be able to see him when I go over and mow, he was so brave and strong the way he fought the cancer he never gave up god Bless him and his family
May 14, 2010
Andy Bryant
Pop,
Im going to miss you so much. You've been a huge part of my life and i wouldnt be the person i am today if it wasnt for you. You were the best grandfather a kid could have. Not only that you were my friend.... Things arent going to be the same without. But just like you told me. We are a family and we are going to pull through this. Right now its a bittersweet time. Bitter that your no longer with us. But sweet because your not in pain anymore and that your with jesus....Pop i love you so much and ill never forget you and ill pass down the funny jokes and stories you told me growing up. I love you pop and im so honored to have had you as my grandfather and as my friend....I love you.
~Andy~
May 14, 2010
Jack and Darla Gould
Hello Dorothy:
We loved viewing the wonderful photographs of you and Jim. The wedding pic was beautiful. He was a handsome young man!! We pray the peace of God upon you in the difficult days ahead.
May 14, 2010
Dear Dorothy & Family, What a brave fight Jim put up, and you all right along with him. He will be missed by so many friends, and it was our priviledge to know Jim and have him play music with Don and other guys in the band. We are thinking of all of you............we loved the pictures! In Love And Friendship, Don and Rosie
May 14, 2010
Tina Vogt
Andy and I are going to miss Jim dearly. Since we moved to Arkansas Jim and Dorothy have been such wonderful friends. We have such great memories of the time we spent together listening to music, camping, and just hanging out. He was a great musician and he also had a great sense of humor. He had some funny stories to tell and we enjoyed listening to them. Our heart goes out to Dorothy and the Bryant family for the loss of such a wonderful person.
May 13, 2010
Lisa Nalley
I knew Jim for many years and worked with him at Cooper Communities and CEI Enginnering. He was a prince of a guy and always a true gentleman. He and his music will be greatly missed. He leaves behind a wonderful wife and gracious lady. "Jim, I pray you are blessed with many crowns in heaven."
May 13, 2010
Elsa & Clark Wood
Clark and I have wonderful memories of Jim. Our camping days together, the music and singing, guitar playing. We enjoyed listening to his stories, some very funny as only Jim could tell. I remember the times he sat in with the band "Hero" and how much everyone enjoyed his singing; he was a lot of fun. We will miss Jim very much. We are thinking and praying for Dorothy and all the family. We will never forget you Jim!!
May 13, 2010
Dana Carver
Dorothy, Please forgive me for not coming to see you and Jim and for not even picking up the phone. I waited too long and I'm am truely sorry for that!
I love you and loved Jim dearly! I will always remember evenings after work at Stevenson's Restaurant, and the Farm Party's at my house, singing around the campfire and all the great times we've shared!
I love you and I will see you soon! Jim is at PEACE...with the Lord and his friend Roy...Look out you country western lovers in heaven...He's THERE!
Dana Armstrong Carver
May 13, 2010
Bobby & Ruby Burns
Dorothy I have some fond memories of Jim, especially when you lived at Ward. I really enjoyed playing music with him. You are like my sister and I love you. Thinking of you.. Bobby and Ruby Burns
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