Jack Douglas Bryan Sr., age 65 of East Canton, passed away at his residence on Friday, November 14, 2025. Jack was born in Canton, Ohio on July 4, 1960 to Jack Bryan and Doris (Muckley) Blythe. Jack left behind a legacy of dedication, hard work, and a love for the great outdoors. A committed maintenance supervisor at Smuckers, he was respected for his unwavering work ethic and commitment to excellence.Jack found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He had a passion for fishing, hunting, and camping, pursuits that allowed him to connect with nature and share memorable moments with those he loved. An avid metal detectorist, he relished the thrill of discovery in the quiet solitude of the land.A skilled carpenter and gardener, Jack took pride in creating and nurturing beauty around him, whether it was crafting a piece of furniture or cultivating lush gardens. He also possessed a talent for cooking, delighting friends and family with his culinary creations.Jack is survived by his wife of 12 years, Wanda Bryan of East Canton; two daughters: Tiffany (Jeremy) Lea of Alliance and Kimberly (Yoann) Mats of Akron; two sons: Joseph (Jennifer) Bryan of Paris and Jack (Heather) Bryan Jr of Minerva; twelve grandchildren: Noah, David, Evelyn, Christopher, Jacquelyn, Alexis, Jake, Cora, Max, Nathaniel, Iron, and Axel; a brother, Daniel (Kathy) Bryan of Maine; a sister, Sue (Mark) Klotz of Malvern; two step-sons: Aaron (Shauna) Coleman of Beloit and Justin (Olivia) Coleman of Broken Arrow OK; 3 step-grandchildren; and 1 step-great-grandson.In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by a brother, David Bryan; and a sister Janet Gadd.A Celebration of Life service will be held at the Indian Run Christian Church, 8368 Hill Church Street SE, East Canton Ohio 44730 on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 11 am with Pastor Terry Bailey officiating.
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