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Johannah J Bryant

Lawrence, Kansas

Sep 16, 1943 – Dec 7, 2024

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BORN
September 16, 1943
DIED
December 7, 2024
LOCATION
Lawrence, Kansas

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Johannah J. Bryant of Lawrence, KS passed away on December 7, 2024 at the age of 81 of complications from a stroke. Jo was born on September 16, 1943 to James B. Jones and Eileen Henshaw Jones in St. Louis, MO. Jo graduated from Brentwood High School and then went on to major in Religion and...

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My name is Melinda Cooper, and I am Carol Santo´s daughter. My Mom was Jo, Susan and Jamie´s cousin. I am so sorry to hear of your Mom, Grandmother, and Sister´s passing! I only met Jo once when we came to visit your family when I was a teenager; but I remember her being so sweet and kind. I thought she was the cutest little lady! I was trying to find you all to let you know that my Mom passed away today, (Jan. 3rd, 2025) and I happened to stumble upon Jo´s obituary. What an...

I had the privilege of working with Jo at United Way in the 80s. We continued to be friends after I moved out of state, and I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Lawrence and the entire state were better communities because of Jo. My condolences to her daughters and her extended family.

What a loss to our world. Jo Bryant endured so much and remained the kind, compassionate, determined spirit that succeeded in inspiring all of us to do good, to do better, to love more. I remember her when I was a girl at Plymouth Congregational--then, later as I saw her in the community and worked for charity events---there she was---always with a smile--and usually on a mission. Jo---thank you so much for everything. Sending love and prayers to her family and friends.

Our condolences to Leticia and Sarah and family at Jo's passing. I have fond memories of deep discussions with her during our Rochester NY and Boston days in the Sixties. She was a wonderful asset to the communities she lived and worked in.

My prayers and sympathy for all the family. Jo did a lot for the church and community.

I met Jo when she joined the board of Kansas Advocates for Better Care several years ago. I so enjoyed working with her, becoming better acquainted and hearing her talk so lovingly about her children and grandchildren. She was one amazing woman and will be missed.

I worked with Jo during my tenure on the united Way. She was an excellent ED and great to work with. She cared. Jo will be missed.

I had the pleasure of working with Jo as part of the Early Childhood Trauma Collaborative and most recently, in her support of our work at Community Children's Center. She was a joy to be around and an example of strength, integrity, and humility. She will be remembered and missed.