Mary Evelyn Riley Bryant

Mary Bryant Obituary

Mary Evelyn Riley Bryant, 69, of Buchanan, passed away Saturday, November 28, 2009. Mary was a faithful member and longtime secretary of Mt. Joy Church of the Brethren. She retired from Wattstull Shell as a cashier. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years in August 2009, Columbus "Pops" Bryant, mother, Gladys Estelle Clark Lawhorn, stepfather, John Lawhorn, and half sister, Annie Louise Brown. Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Jimmy and Cathy Bryant, Roy and Angie Bryant; daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and Terry Loope, all of Buchanan; grandchildren, Craig and Michelle Bryant, Carman and Mike Carter, Justin and Sara Bryant, Brittany Sanford and RJ Bryant; great-grandsons, Luke and Ethan Bryant; brother and sister-in-law, Rev. Bobby A. and Rita Riley, of Buchanan; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 1, 2009 in the Mt. Joy Church of the Brethren with the Rev. Bobby A. Riley officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Those wishing to make a contribution, please consider the Mt. Joy Church of the Brethren, c/o Carol Kessler, PO Box 697, Buchanan, VA 24066, the Buchanan Rescue Squad, PO Box 244, Buchanan, VA 24066, or the Troutville Rescue Squad, P O Box 11, Troutville, VA 24175. The family will receive friends Monday, November 30, 2009 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Botetourt Funeral Home, 14920 Lee Hwy, Buchanan, 254-3000.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Nov. 29 to Dec. 1, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Mary Bryant

9 Entries

John Powell

December 1, 2009

Dear Folks, so sorry for your loss so soon after losing your dad. Our prayers are with you for comfort and strength. Sorry we did not make it to the viewing but we were busy burying Josephine's mother. Tough year for you all and her. God Bless...

Timmy, Suzanne, & Travis McKinney

December 1, 2009

We were so sorry to hear about your mom. Just know she isn't suffering anymore and she is with your dad and having a good ole time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything let us know.

Sonny & Kathy Martin

December 1, 2009

Our thoughts & prayers will be with y'all in the day ahead.

Karen Quisenberry

November 30, 2009

Jimmy and Family
From your Mancon family, our thoughts and prayers are with you now in the time of sorror. We are thinking of you and in this time of need as the holidays are upon us. Please remember life is eternal and your Mom is now with your Dad and will be happy ever after. Love from you Mancon Family....
Karen, Dewey, Kenney, John, Mike, Brenda, Nancy, Daniel, Larry.

Tim Leftwich

November 30, 2009

Roy,Jimmy and family,I am very sorry for your loss and I pray that faith,family and friends blanket you with love to help you through this tough time.

Virginia Crumley

November 30, 2009

Roy, Angie and family
I am sorry to hear about your mom.I found a little poem that I hope will help your family in this time of need. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at This Time.
Virginia Crumley
Bluff City, TN.

November 29, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

Shannon & Danny

November 30, 2009

Carman & family,
Our sympathies to you & yours during this difficult time of grievance, especially since it's only been a short time since the loss here but the gain to heaven of Columbus' passing & especially during this - the holiday season. Our thoughts are with you. May you find strength in memories & knowing they are now happy together again. Let us know if there's anything we can do.
love,

Pastor Eugene Mills and the Members of Jennings Creek Gospel Church

November 30, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Terry and Stacey Cash

November 29, 2009

Roy, Angie and family
We were so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. We know you will miss her but have peace in knowing she is heaven with your dad and no longer suffering. Please know you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Let us know if you need anything.

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