Thomas Bryant

1929 - 2018

Thomas Taylor Bryant died February 13, 2018 at his home in Sun Lakes, Arizona. Tom was born July 22, 1929 in Kansas City, MO, the only child of John (Erwin) and Margaret (Taylor) Bryant. Tom attended Sullivan High School, graduating in 1948. Tom then attended Northwestern University. He graduated in 1952. Tom was a member of Chi Psi fraternity. Tom married Nancy Rutherford September 5, 1953. Their marriage was blessed with three wonderful children, Beth (Michael) McGuire, T. Taylor (Lisa) Bryant and Craig Bryant. Tom was the very proud grandfather of Becca, Rachel, Julia and Colin. Tom was a devoted, generous and loving father, grandfather and husband. In addition to his children and grandchildren he is survived by his wife of 34 years, Rene (Thurow). Tom was a dedicated employee of U.S. Steel Corporation during a career that spanned 31 years. He was hired as a Commercial Trainee in 1952 and retired in 1983 as Regional Manager of Sales-Atlanta Region. Tom was truly "one of the good guys", setting high standards for himself and those around him in work and in play. Tom was a lifelong baseball fan, once pitching a 1 hitter for Chi Psi in intramural softball. He coached Skiles Test Little League in Indianapolis from 1968 to 1974. In 1969 his team posted a season record of 15 wins and no losses. He was an avid Cubs fan. A private family memorial will be held later this year. Remembrances may be made to the animal rescue organization of your choice. "A gentleman is one who puts more into the world than he takes out." George Bernard Shaw