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Sheila Ann Bryant, 49, 2006 Woodlawn Ave., passed away Tuesday, October 2, 2012, at UPMC Hamot. She was born in Erie, Pa., on February 2, 1963, daughter of Johnnie Mae Bryant of Erie. A lifelong resident of Erie, she was a 1981 graduate of East High School where she was valedictorian of her class. She earned a Bachelors Degree in Communications and a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Development from Carlow University in Pittsburgh, Pa. Sheila was employed as a teacher for GECAC Headstart and had previously taught at Growing Places and KinderCare. She enjoyed reading, exploring the internet, gardening, shopping, watching the cooking channels and photography. She was an excellent artist who loved learning and spending time with her family. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Mary and Oscar Carr; her paternal grandparents, Thomas and Essie Bryant; three uncles, Willie and Eddie Carr and Richard Lockett; and two aunts, Barbara Grayson and Olivia Bryant. In addition to her mother, Johnnie Mae Bryant, she leaves to cherish her memory five brothers, Oliver Bryant and wife Lynn of Virginia, Craig Bryant of Harrisburg, Pa., Michael Bryant and wife Ishia, Oliver Williams and Daniel Bryant, all of Erie; seven sisters, Debora Lugo and husband Eduardo, Lisa Bryant and husband Jerome Pettis, Michelle Carr, Adrienne, Naomi, Anita and Marita Bryant, all of Erie; grandmother, Ruby Parker Carr; uncles, Oscar Carr, Jr. of Arizona, Arthur Carr, Donald Ginnery, James Parker, Andre Carr and wife Cindy, all of Erie; aunts, Hattie Johnson, Evelyn Carr, Diane McQueen, Marilyn Cole and husband Rev. Michael Cole, all of Erie; special friends of the family, Curtis Barnett, Jake and Rebekah Hollaman, Thoai Tran and Joann Robinson; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may visit with the family on Monday (today), 5 to 8 p.m., at House of Prayer Baptist Church, 155 E. 21st St., with words from the family beginning at 7 p.m. A service will be held at the church on Tuesday, 1 p.m., conducted by Rev. Michael Cole, her brother-in-law. Interment in Lakeside Cemetery. Funeralization by House of Law Inc., 9406 Frankstown Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15235.
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lisa i am so sorry for your loss of your sister i will pray for your family stay strong
DARLENE STIEGLER
December 19, 2012
Lisa, Believe and trust in him who will keep you and your family forever in his hands. Sandra Hansbrew
October 12, 2012
You recieved your wings angel! Soar high in the skies of our Lord & rest in the arms of the angels! I can't THANK YOU enough for taking care of my boys! I appriciate you & Joanne to the fullest! My sons would never of stayed in daycare if not for peace of mind you gave me. You caters for them as they were yours! You will always hd a place in our hearts. . We were alll saddened hear you passed. Goss Bless n RIP. THANK YOU
Sabrina Mitchell
October 10, 2012
TO THE BRYANT FAMILY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON GOD BLEES YOU ALL AND TO DOES WHO LOVE HER LOOK TO THE HILLS IN WHICH YOUR HELP COME FROM THE LORD. jACKIE FORD AND FAMILY
October 10, 2012
My condolences to the Bryant family. Sheila was a wonderful person and a great teacher. I worked with her at KinderCare. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Kristina Dale
October 10, 2012
My condolences to the Bryant Family:
I remember Shelia from high school days.
She was always so pleasant.
Stephanie Arrington-Lofton
Stephanie Arrington-Lofton
October 10, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with all the family and friends of Ms. Sheila. I had the pleasure of working with Ms. Sheila for 10 years at KinderCare. She gave me more strength than she ever knew and her the love for the children was overflowing. She will be greatly missed. God blessed all of us that knew her. Her smile will continue to shine on us from Heaven.
Kathy Zurinsky
October 10, 2012
Lisa, Evelyn and the entire Bryant family: I was shocked to learn of Sheila's passing and I offer my deepest sympathy and prayers to you and yours. I am so sorry for your loss. Sheila was an exeptional person. She will be missed.
Sunny Sevy
October 9, 2012
My condolences to the Bryant Family. I remember Sheila from East High. She was very kind to everyone and always wore a smile. May her memories last with you forever.
Panchitta Robinson-Gaines
October 9, 2012
My sympathies to the family. Sheila was the teacher that my children loved the most at kindercare. She was a great person and will truly be missed by all.
Pamela Davis
October 9, 2012
I am so sad to hear of Sheila's passing. I worked with her at KinderCare, and she was one of the most incredible teachers I have ever had the pelasure of working with. What an amazing woman! My prayers go out to all he friends and family.
Amy Loveranes
October 9, 2012
To: Family & Friends
I am so sorry for you loss. I am prayer for all of you. May God bless and keep you.
Natasha Stanton-Pearson
October 9, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to the Bryant / Carr family. We pray that the peace of God abide in you at this time. God's grace is more than enough to see you through.
The MGCC church Family
Bill Young
October 8, 2012
R.I.P
Marita Bryant
October 8, 2012
Thank-you for the many many years aunt sheila and for every bit of wisdom you have passed on to all of us. We love and appreciate you very much.
erica bryant
October 8, 2012
To the Bryant Family. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Sheila. She was a wonderful person. I love all of you! May God Bless Your Family. Chaz (Chucky)Grayer
Chaz Grayer
October 8, 2012
Dear Oliver and Family:
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Sheila. Please know that we wish her Peace.
Lynn Legenzoff
October 8, 2012
Our deepest sympathies are with The Bryant family at your time of sorrow. The little angels have a new caregiver now. Renee Ward Lehr and family
renee lehr
October 8, 2012
MIKE, MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME OF SORROW. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY. GOD BLESS...
G.G. & BUD
October 8, 2012
I was one of Shelia's teachers and fondly remember her as well as her wonderful brothers and sisters.
Barb Hornak
October 8, 2012
Sister McQueen know that you and your family are in our prayers. Abigail #22 OES, PHA Commonwealth of PA
October 8, 2012
May you find comfort in knowing that Sheila touched a lot of lives. "Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning".
Gwen Cooley
October 8, 2012
Our prayers are with the family of Sheila Bryant. The Daughters of Ozeil Temple #317 of the I.B.P.O.ELKS OF THE WORLD
October 8, 2012
To The Bryant Family: My son had her as his teacher when he was in Kindercare many many years ago. She was such a sweet person. God bless all of you. Karen May
October 8, 2012
Ijust wanted to send my deepest sympathy to sheilas family.
I worked with sheila many years ago and she kinda took me under her wing.
We always had a good time working and taking our breaks together.
She was a great person to know.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
pam bair
October 8, 2012
So sorry to hear of the passing of Shelia. There are no words to express my feelings for your family at this time, but what I can tell you all to do is keep your hand in God's hand and all will be alright.
Sara " Weezie" Sheppard
October 8, 2012
My deepest sympathy....
Stacie Hatt-Thompkins
October 8, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Sheila. I went to East High with Sheila and Lisa. My thoughts and Prayers are with the family. With much love, Linda Presley Ho
Linda Presley ho
October 8, 2012
Lisa
My heart goes out to you & your family. Words are never enough at a time like this but the God we serve is able to do all things. He can & will send the comforter to you & your family to carry you through this difficult time. I know that you have so many wonderful memories to carry Sheila with you forever. My continued prayers are with you & your family and that you are able to remain strong, as I have seen you do. I love you
Donna Shirley
October 8, 2012
To: The Bryant Family
So sorry for your loss. She was a great person. I was blessed to have her as a child care provider from Kindercare for my daughter and my son.
Prayers and thoughts, Angelia Evans
October 8, 2012
Bryant Family,
My sincere condolances to each and every one of you. Sheila has touched so many lives including myself and my daughter. I never would have though Sheila would end up being Lyric's teacher but I am honored to say she was! I hope that you find peace in all of your memories with her and and know that you have a beautiful angel to watch over you all. I'm sure she's in heaven with Michael Jr. smiling down on you all.
Kristy Kedzior
October 8, 2012
AUNT JOHNIE SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS OF YOUR DAUGHTER MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND FAMILY. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL. MAY SHE REST IN THE ANGELS ARMS.
CATHY KITELINGER
October 8, 2012
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