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Stephen Bryant Obituary
Shreveport, LA - Steve was born at the NAS Corpus Christi, TX Naval Hospital, Jan. 16, 1955 and died tragically January 2, 2013. He has resided in Shreveport for the past 30 years. As a "Navy brat" he attended schools throughout the nation and overseas, graduating from Cox HS in Virginia Beach, VA in 1972. He attended Texas A&M, Virginia Tech, Southwest Texas University and graduated from Centenary College with a degree in accounting. He was a state certified residential real estate appraiser and most recently was involved in the renovation of homes.
He had a deep and abiding love for antiques and travel, especially cruising with his family. Steve served honorably for six years in the US Naval Reserve as an electronic technician (crypto repair) from 1975 through 1981. He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Craig C. Bryant. He is survived by his parents, C. Charles and Rosemary Bryant; his sister, Carla and husband, Lance Dreyer; and his special nephew, Patrick Barnes; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 12, 2013 at 1:30 pm in the Chapel of Osborn Funeral Home with visitation from 12:30 to 1:30 pm prior to service. The services will be conducted by the Rev. Conrad P. Edwards.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made in Steve's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, TN, or to the charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Bryant
Danette & Homer Miller
January 7, 2014
In the past year, we have spoke and thought of our friend, Steve quite a bit!! Proud to have such fond memories of our good times with him!! He has been and will continue to be greatly missed by Homer and I......
RIP Steve??
September 20, 2013
Very sorry for your loss. Fond memories from VA Beach days.
BT
Danette & Homer Miller
January 28, 2013
For our friend.....RIP- Steve!!
Danette & Homer Miller
January 27, 2013
The Memorial service was beautiful! Steve was a wonderful person & friend. So intelligent and so willing to share his knowledge with his friends. So glad we saw him in October and I will cherish his "last" hug, always! We had so many great times with Steve, enjoying his humor and his cooking to name a few! He was a sincerely true friend and we will miss him deeply! We know he is with Craig now and Pray they are both at Peace! Also sending Prayers of comfort to Mr & Mrs Bryant, Carla and the rest of the family! RIP-Steve (our friend)-you will be sadly missed!
January 25, 2013
Bryant family so sorry for your loss.
Thinking of you daily,
Linda Day
kristen denney
January 20, 2013
The news of the loss of Steve pains me greatly. It's hard to imagine such tragedy could be brought upon such a beautiful man. Although, I only met Steve this year, I deeply valued our friendship and will always cherish the times we spent together and the conversations, that always held substance and meaning, and will miss moments of the sort with him. He was a very interesting and extremely bright man and I am ever so proud to have known him. I know, as painful as the loss of him is, to you, the family and loved ones, I feel Steve is in a happy place now that he can be with his son again. Often it's hard to find comfort in that, but in the end,that thought is what helps to get you through the pain and suffering. Cayden and I send our condolences out to all who is suffering and will always keep the memory of Steve close to our hearts.
Sincerely with love,
Kristen and Cayden
Susan & Scott Gilpin
January 12, 2013
Dear Carla, Rosemary and Charles,
Susan and I are so very sorry for your loss. You have been and will remain in our daily thoughts and prayers.
I fondly remember Steve and enjoy recalling the many times I was with him, mostly in your gracious, happy home. He was fun to count as a friend and fellow Texas Aggie.
I realize there is little, if nothing, I can say that can alleviate even a modicum of your suffering and pain, but please know that we fervently pray God will provide you a special measure of His peace and understanding today and in the days to come.
Richea and Michael Corbin
January 11, 2013
Carla and Mr. & Mrs. Bryant,
Michael and I are so sorry to hear about Steve. Your family is in our prayers. May the love of Christ sustain you during this difficult time.
Gina Glisson
January 11, 2013
Charles, Rosemary and Carla- my heart is deeply saddened for your tragic loss. May you find peace in knowing he is with his son now and both in a happy place with our heavenly father.
Shirley McLean
January 11, 2013
Charles and Rosemary,
So sadden about the loss of Steve. May the peace and love of Christ surround you during this season of your life.
Karen Bromley
January 11, 2013
Charles & Rosemary, want you all to know you are in our prayers during this difficult time. Steve was an excellent appraiser. He was also the most knowledgeable antique person I have ever met. Everytime he did an appraisal for me in the 1990s, he would educate me about antiques and what to look for at estate sales. Rich & Karen
Lucia Manetta
January 10, 2013
It is times like this that being together makes those remaining stronger & able to help each other get through crisis.
Steve was a giving, bright & kind man.
His life prematurely shortened, not by his choice, his suffering finished, our memories will always live in our minds, in our hearts & soul.
Good bye my Friend. Be at Peace.
Jerry and Patricia Williams
January 10, 2013
May God be with you and Rosemary during this difficult time, Charles. We're so sorry we couldn't be there to share the burden in some small way.
Tom and Lisa Kopff
January 10, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all so special to us. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jay Slater
January 10, 2013
We enjoyed knowing Steve and had many fun conversations with him. I understand this is a most difficult loss and I pray you will find comfort in knowing God. It was an honor to know Steve.
January 10, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you
all.
Sandy Tisdale
Jan and Gene Mack
January 10, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
at this difficult time. You are very special to us. God speed in your time of healing.
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