Sgt. Mark A. Bryant, USMC Sgt. Mark A. Bryant, USMC, 30, Lee's Summit, MO died tragically unexpected while on deployment May 11, 2019. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at noon Friday, May 17 at St. Mark's Catholic Church followed by committal service at 3:00 pm at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, MO. Visitation will be Thursday from 6 8:00 pm with the Rosary at 7:00 pm at Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO. Kindly omit flowers. The family requests contributions to Honor Flight, Inc. 175 S. Tuttle Rd., Springfield, OH 45505 or KC Pet Project, 4400 Raytown Rd., Kansas City, MO 64129. Mark was born May 7, 1989 in Independence, MO and graduated from Truman High School in the Class of 2007. He earned Bachelor's Degrees in Biology and Psychology from Northwest Missouri State University. He was a certified EMT and planned to pursue a Physician's Assistant degree following his most recent deployment. He was an eleven-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps who had served as the coordinator for the USMC Honors Team here in the Kansas City area. He was a gun collector and marksman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and hiking. He had a soft spot for rescuing animals in need of a home. He enjoyed Classical music and played the violin. He also enjoyed movies and was a military and world history buff. Mark is survived by his fiancé Rachelle Price, Lee's Summit, MO: his parents Mark and Maria Bryant, Independence, MO; brother Cpl. Matthew Bryant, USMC, Norfolk , VA; and many aunts, uncle and cousins. Condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816-373-3600)

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Published by Kansas City Star on May 15, 2019.

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Jill Johnson

Planted Trees

May 30, 2019

Mark and Maria
We are both sadden of the loss of your son Mark. We are truly sorry that I didn't make the connection to you guys. We would of came to the visitation> Larry and Judy Ballew

Teresa Betonti

May 18, 2019

Maria, I'm shocked and deeply saddened for the unexpected, terrible loss of your son, Mark. I'm earnestly praying that, at least once in awhile, you sit down and feel the arms of Jesus around you and the quiet haven that is His peace.

Alyson F

May 17, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Mark was truly a beautiful soul and great Marine I am so glad that I had the pleasure to know him and to hear of his love for the Marine Corps even in high school seeing how proud he was to wear the uniform. Seeing his love for the Corps inspired me to join and for that I will always be grateful. Semper Fidelis Marine. Rest in Peace.

Anne Wilson

May 16, 2019

Maria, my heart goes out to you at this sad time. I remember when your boys were born and followed them through the years through your pictures. You were so proud of them. This is a terrible loss for you and your family and my prayers go out to you.

Deborah Spurgeon (Lippert)

May 16, 2019

Maria, Mark and Rachelle, So very saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you that you may find peace in knowing he lived his life to the fullest and truly left the world a better place. Please know God has a special place in his Kingdom for Mark.

May 16, 2019

Maria, May God's peace and grace be with you and your family during this difficult time. A terrible loss for all of you....Love, Bill & Martha Blackwell

Denise Heiman

May 15, 2019

Sincerest Sympathy in your loss of this serviceman. He paid the ultimate price and I thank him and you for his service. May he have forever peace.

Benny Porras

May 15, 2019

Mark and Maria,

So sorry to hear of the passing of your son. May God give you strength during this time, prayers go out to you and your family.

Geoff and Jeanne Gawdun

May 15, 2019

As the parents of a Marine, please accept our deepest condolences. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.

May 15, 2019

Maria,

I was so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. I so remember how proud you were of him when I was working with you at UMB. It looks like he turned into the best man. Your family is in my thoughts.

Peace,
Elizabeth Neal

Karen B

May 15, 2019

From one Marine parent to another; my deepest and most heartfelt condolences.

Barbara Rusan

May 15, 2019

Mark, Maria and Matthew, I know that words cannot take your pain away. May GOD give you strength to continue forward each day and remember all your memories of your son. He will always be with you. May GOD give you peace and comfort during this time of healing.

Edward Hylton

May 15, 2019

Mark, Maria, and Rachelle, Marie and I are so sorry for your loss. His memory will last forever. I'm so sorry that we can't make the service but we're out of town. Edward and Marie Hylton

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