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Jasper Bryan Obituary
Dublin, GA- Jasper Collier Bryan, 86, formerly of Peach County, passed away July 15, 2014 in Dublin. Born in Macon County on November 28, 1927, he was the only child and beloved son of the late Inard Newton Bryan and Mary T Browne Bryan. He was a member of the Fort Valley High School Class of '44 and graduated from the University of Georgia in 1949, where he was a member of Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity. His college years were interrupted by his service at the end of WWII in the US Army. In 1959 he graduated from the Institute of Insurance Marketing at Southern Methodist University.
Following an early career as a farmer, Jasper began an association with State Farm Insurance Companies that lasted for 38 years. During his many years with State Farm Insurance, he advanced from an Agent in Fort Valley to Agency Manager for the Dublin area before being promoted to Agency Director over agencies throughout Eastern Georgia and Western South Carolina. Known for his strong work ethic and honest dealings with his policy holders, he exemplified the State Farm "Good Neighbor" motto.
Jasper was a Southern gentleman who enjoyed a lifelong interest in agriculture, hunting, and fishing. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Dublin.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Louise Happoldt Bryan of Dublin; children: Randolph (Randy) Happ Bryan and Dawne of Cochran, Mary Elizabeth (Betsy) Bryan Billue and Dr. David Billue of Guntersville, AL; Grandchildren: Zachary Cleveland Bryan and Brittany of Clarkesville, Joshua Clayton Billue and Stefanie of Nashville, TN, Dr. Katharine Lynn Billue of Akron, OH, Dr. Beau Taylor Bryan and Katharine of Columbia, SC, and Anna Keelin Billue of Nashville, TN; Great-grandchildren: William Collier Bryan, Nathan Solms Bryan, and Thomas Vail Bryan, all of Columbia, SC, and Ava Mae Bryan of Clarkesville.
Services will be held Saturday, July 19 at 11:00 am at the First Baptist Church of Fort Valley, with Rev. Ed McQueen officiating. The family will greet friends an hour before the service. Burial with military honors will be in Oaklawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Church of Fort Valley, 209 S. Miller St., Fort Valley, GA 31030, or to the charity of one's choice.
Please go to www.rooksfuneralhome.com to express online condolences. Rooks Funeral Home in Fort Valley has charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jasper Bryan
Donna Andrews Dawson
July 22, 2014
Mrs. Louise, Randy, Betsy, and Family - I am so sad to learn of Mr. Jasper's death. I was out of town and just saw this obituary. I have many fond memories of our years together in Ft. Valley. May God grant you all peace and comfort.
Love,
Donna
Nannette Woodard
July 19, 2014
Louise, I wish I could be with you in person. Just know I am with you in my thoughts and prayers. Much love, Nannette
Jim and Sheryl Rhodes
July 17, 2014
Randy, Dawne and family,
So sorry to hear of Mr. Bryan's passing. May you be comforted by the many wonderful memories you have of him. Remembering all of you in our prayers.
Telegraph 3-25-38 Jasper with 4-H prize pig, Salome
July 17, 2014
Japp and Randy at State Farm Awards Banquet
July 17, 2014
Four Generations 12-21-86
July 17, 2014
Christmas 1965
July 17, 2014
Christmas '67, 43 squirrels, 4 coons, 1 woodcock
July 17, 2014
Holiday Hunting 12-26-66
July 17, 2014
Polaroid of 4 Generations--Mary T, Randy, Japp, Zack, Beau
July 17, 2014
Granddaddy and Beau
July 17, 2014
On the farm
July 16, 2014
University of Georgia Yearbook Photo
July 16, 2014
Biking Barefoot
July 16, 2014
School Days
July 16, 2014
US Army Days
July 16, 2014
Christmas Family Photo, around 1940
July 16, 2014
Granddaddy with L-R Josh, Zack, and Katie
July 16, 2014
The Bryan Family, 1960
July 16, 2014
Office Sign on Oak Street, Fort Valley, GA
July 16, 2014
Fishing with father-in-law Charles Happoldt, Hodges Lake, 1959
July 16, 2014
Wedding at Fort Valley FBC, November 18, 1951
July 16, 2014
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