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William O'Bryant Obituary

AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. William Henry O'Bryant of Kensington Dr. E, entered into rest Sunday, January 2, 2011 at the University Hospital. Graveside service will be held Saturday, January 8, 2011 at 2:p.m. at Southview Cemetery with Rev. Archie Waltower officiating. He was a native of Richmond County, GA and was formerly employed at the Augusta Chronicle. Survivors are his wife, Roberta O'Bryant, Augusta, GA; one daughter, Tashia (James) Jackson, Augusta, GA; two sons, William A. (Kita) O'Bryant, Maurice Robert O'Bryant, Augusta, GA; Mother, Essie Middlebrooks, Augusta, GA; four grandchildren, Kaden O'Bryant, Zaimah O'Bryant, Zariyah Jackson and Zakera Jackson; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Williams Funeral Home 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com

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Published by The Augusta Chronicle from Jan. 3 to Jan. 7, 2011.

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Franklin McKie

January 27, 2023

I miss you (P0Ps) Frank McKIe former narbor in Terrace Manor)

Terence Davis

January 8, 2011

Ms. Roberta I pray God cover you in his everlasting love. The service today in honor of your husband was impeccable. Earth is a copy of what heaven is like and has no sorrow heaven cannot heal. To be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord.

Leo & Carolyn Brown

January 8, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

The Butler Family Elmore, Bobbi, Chad, Nikki, Nedra, And Niya

January 7, 2011

Heaven must be a peaceful place where everyone will find sweet comfort for the spirit and contentment for the mind.
Heaven must be the perfect place all hearts are dreaming of, for only heaven is lovely enough for the cherished souls we love.
Tashia, have faith that the one you love are not lost to you forever but wait to live with you in peace for all eternity. You're in our thoughts. Please know how much you are loved and how deeply your loss is felt by all. And may God bless you and your family.

Bertram Rhaney

January 7, 2011

To My Aunt Essie and Cousin Roberta,

My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. I wish I could be there. I'm going miss Pop. May God Bless You and Keep You.

Love, BertCharles

Viola Bryant-Rickerson

January 7, 2011

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family,GOD puts no more on us than we can bear,just continue to look to the hills,thats where all our help comes from,there is a light at the end of the tunnel,you can't see it right now but its there,and GOD will bring you to that light if you just trust and beleive in his word,we serve an Awesome GOD,he said he would never leave us nor will he forsake us,he will get you through this difficult time ahead of you and your family,I am a classmate of William and he has paid the price we all must pay,May God forever bless you and your family

Bates Family

January 7, 2011

My prayers and thoughts are with you, may GOD bring you peace at this time of sorrow. The Bates family.....

Walter & Earnestine Ivey

January 7, 2011

As neighbors in the Terrance Manor Subdivision of Augusta, Georgia, we developed a brotherly friendship that was never broken. We bonded more as we spent some time together running to prepare him to run track for school. "Pop" loved to run. With a smile upon his face and a slight stuttering of some words, he gave his opinion on whatever we were talking about. Our big brother is gone and will never be forgotten.

Brenda Cochrane

January 6, 2011

My heart was instantly filled with sadness when I learned of Pop's passing. I immediately remembered our early childhood days as neighbors and friends. I remembered our afternoon walks in the neighborhood and how supportive you both were during my time of grief.

I pray that the memories of the past forty years of happiness you and Pop shared together will lessen the burden on your heart during these difficult times.

You and your family are in my prayers.

Silvia B

January 5, 2011

Mrs. Roberta & Family,

My prayers are with you and your family during your time of sorrow. I am truly sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. May God's grace and mercy sustain and keep you during this time of bereavement.

Louise Smith

January 5, 2011

Roberta and family,
May God give you all peace beyond your own understanding. He will surely bring you through this time of grief because he is an awesome God.

January 4, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. We have the faith and the assurance that you will see your loved one again! Remember John16:33 says
"I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world."
Our hearts are with you and yours
Patricia Sousa & Jocelyn Smallwood

Fred Johnson

January 4, 2011

YOu are in my thoughts and prayers.

ROBERT & BLANCHE JAMES, JR

January 4, 2011

OUR HEARTS WITH GREAT SADNESS GOES OUT TO MY SISTER AND HER SIBLINGS DURING THIS DIFFICULT PERIOD OF YOUR LIVES, ONLY GOD KNOWS BEST!! REMEMBER THE GREAT TIMES THAT WE ALL SHARED WITH "POP", I WILL!! RIP!!

January 4, 2011

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of grief.
Sheryll Maddox

Dora Augustus and Monikia Spearman

January 4, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Franklin McKie

January 3, 2011

To the Mother and Family of William O'Bryant

It was with great sadness and grief that was felt and experienced upon learning of the passing of my dear childhood friend and neighbor, 'Pop'.

I immediately reflected on the many activities and events that we shared and participated in starting in 1955 as neighbors, through our years at Paine College. Among the activities that I remember that 'Pop' greatly enjoyed were fishing, being a Boy Scout (our meetings were held at his home), and listening to music. I truly mourn the loss of your loved one as well as a cherished part of my life that I will forever remember.

May the many years of the happy times and memories that you were blessed to share with William sustain, strengthen and keep you with God's grace and blessings during this most difficult time.

Pop's Friend

Franklin McKie
North Potomac, MD

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