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Robert Bryson Obituary
Shreveport, LA- Graveside services celebrating the life of Robert Lee Bryson, 92, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 24, 2017 in Centuries Memorial Park. Officiating will be Brother Doug Lovett.
Robert Lee Bryson was born on March 27, 1924, in Martin, TX, and passed away surrounded by family on February 21, 2017. Bob was the son of Robert Bryson and Nancy Books Bryson, and grew up in Deport, TX. He was serving in the U.S. Army at Pearl Harbor during the surprise attack by the Japanese on December 7, 1941. He retired from the U.S. Air Force and later from the U.S. Postal Service. He was a faithful member of First Presbyterian Church in Waskom, TX.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Books Lawrence Bryson and his son, Ronald Lee Bryson.
He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Geraldine; son, Robert Shuman Bryson and wife Kelly of Shreveport. He is "Papa" to his beloved grandchildren, Bonnie Bryson Steele and husband Clint, Christine Bryson Tharpe and husband George, Robert Theodore (Ted) Bryson and wife Nicole, and great-grandchildren, Camille Claudia Tharpe, Katherine Elizabeth Tharpe, Barrett Murphy Bryson, and Berkley Marie Bryson.
Honoring Mr. Bryson as pallbearers will be: Jay Simmons, Tom Yohn, Bill Atkins, Dale Robin, Clint Steele and Dustin Martin.
The family suggests memorials be made to Faith Independent Baptist Church, 465 Eberle St., Waskom, TX, 75692.
You may share words of comfort with the family by visiting www.centuriesmemorialfh.com
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February 27, 2017
Bob was a good man, and a good boss! Our condolences to the Family.
Keith & Madolyn Martin
Donna Lenard
February 25, 2017
I worked for Mr. Bryson & Mr. Sharp at AA Stamp for just over a year in the late 80s. Mrs. Geraldine, I don't know if you remember me but we met a few times. He was always a kind man and a gentleman. I was searching for a phone number for y'all Friday because I'd wanted to call and catch up, when the search pulled up his obituary instead. I'm so sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers. I know he will be missed by many.
February 24, 2017
Ms. Geraldine my prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time. What a special man he was. I know of a celebration that is going on in the heavens above. My Mom and Dad thought the world of you and Mr. Bryson.
Love you,
Deborah Ferrell Jones
Jeff and Noel Perkins
February 23, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughrs are with you all.
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Anne Kilpatrick
February 23, 2017
Bob I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
February 23, 2017
The Final Salute
Brothers in Arms, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged Hand Salutes as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This Hand Salute is the last that we shall render to Robert Lee{Bob} Bryson our Brother-in-Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Bob. And to Bob it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Army during the attack on Pearl Harbor and then in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. Bob, we commend you for your honorable service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 961 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Bob's family and loved ones.
Tommy Mills, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Charles Livingston, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
Errol Taskin
February 23, 2017
There are no words at a time such as this- just sadness.I am here for you with always an ear if needed and anything else I can do. I wish he were the mold for us all. Errol
Carl Pessarra
February 23, 2017
Jerry, you and Bob were the very best of neighbors back then. I'll always remember both of you. My prayers and thoughts for you Jerry and you family. Love, Carl
Peggy Frierson
February 22, 2017
Jerry, Bobby, and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go forward. Bob was a special person and a great part of the family. Our love, thoughts, and prayers for comfort are with you all. Love you always, Peggy , Dickie, and Toodles
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