Archie Bryant Jr.

Archie Bryant Obituary

Archie Wyville Bryant Jr. CHESAPEAKE - Archie Wyville Bryant Jr., 94, of the 1300 block of Lilac Ave., passed away Aug. 11, 2008, in his home. A native of Marion, S.C., he was the son of the late Archie Wyville and Lena Bryant. He was a retired food broker and district manager of Sunshine Biscuit Company. He was an active member, former deacon and Sunday school teacher at Indian River Baptist Church. He was predeceased by his wife of 53 years, Wilma W. Bryant; their son, A. Wyville Bryant III; and grandson, Larry E. Parker. Their five surviving children are Stephen L. Bryant, Martha C. Parker and husband Charles, William B. Bryant and wife Anita, Margaret S. Boehm and husband David and Mary Beth Thompson and husband Pete, all of Chesapeake, and their daughter-in-law, Frances Bryant of Suffolk. They have 13 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild; and many nieces, nephew and a host of friends. He is survived by his wife, Muriel S. Bryant. A funeral will be conducted Friday at 11 a.m. in Indian River Baptist Church with the Rev. Robert E. Jordan officiating. The burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel, Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Aug. 13, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Archie Bryant

9 Entries

Mary Beth Thompson

September 11, 2008

I will always remember Daddy swinging on the back porch at the old house on Lilac and singing hymns. Those times were always very special. He was a very special man that everyone in the area knew. I know he is in heaven with the rest of his family and that will keep that smile of his on his face forever. I’m going to miss him more than words could ever say.

Teresa Bryant-Bracy

August 30, 2008

I have many wonderful memories of grandaddy and grandmother Bryant..like expeditions to sunday school and christmas visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus. When I was young, living on Laurel Avenue, even though we weren't supposed to, we would play in the ditch next to the Hair's. One of the fondest and vivid memories of my childhood was playing down there and then going (with all my friends) to grandaddy and grandmothers house for RC cola and cookies. They always welcomed me and my friends with open arms. As we sat and ate our cookies and drank our cola, grandaddy would talk of his childhood and the bible, while swinging the porch swing with vigor. As we left to resume catching tadpoles in the "creek", grandmother would give me a big hug and grandaddy would pat my back so hard, but I loved it. As I grew older, grandaddy would give me clippings from the readers digest or christian magazine. I always read them but didnt realize until I started my own family just what precious advice he was giving me. Not only did he love us as any grandparent would, but he genuinely cared about cultivating our character and spirit. Thank you grandaddy for teaching and showing me by example what is means to be an honorable, spirtual, courageous person. Love you grandaddy.

Janet Douglas

August 28, 2008

Although Granddaddy didn't make it to 100 years old, he lived a very fulfilling life. I am so grateful for what he and Grandmother taught us about family and about Christian living. I am so proud to have called him my Granddaddy, and am so lucky that my children got to know their Great-Grandfather. We will miss him terribly.

Sarah Harvey

August 26, 2008

I loved my grandfather very much, I am truly sad that he will no longer be here with us, however I am glad he is now in heaven with grandmother, Uncle Wyville and Larry. I will miss seeing him every year when I come home but will never forget all that he meant to me over the years.

Margaret Boehm

August 19, 2008

On the day of Dad's funeral his great grandson placed a ring box with his lucky penny and lucky dime in the casket. He was loved and he loved.
Another of his great grand children told me they were going to miss "Big Granddaddy long legs".

John Del Russo

August 19, 2008

While doing some paint work for Billy about a dozen years ago, I met his Dad Archie and we struck up a friendly conversation. A short while later, I realized I forgot my knife. Archie promptly went over to his car and got me a fancy box knife. After I used it, I went to hand it back to him and he told me to keep it.

God just received a fine gentleman.

Sharon Curry

August 14, 2008

Granddaddy was an extraordinary man! He lived a good, long life. He loved Jesus and showed us how good Jesus is. He is in a better place now watching over us. Thank you for all your wisdom and guidance! I will miss you and will always love and cherish you! I love you!

Mary Orletsky

August 14, 2008

The memories of my Grandfather are priceless. He would swing us in his yard swing, visit all his children on Sunday's, said we looked snazzy with a click. Always reminded us that the Family was the most important thing in life. The one thing I will always treasure, He would present his grand children with a Bible on our Wedding Day. I'm going to miss you. Thank you for showing us Jesus daily.

Chris Thompson

August 13, 2008

Grandaddy was awesome. I love him so much. It has always been good visiting with him and listening to him talk and hearing his many stories. I will miss him so much. His body eventually could not keep up with his sharp mind. I love you Grandaddy!!!

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