Bobby Gene Bryson, 79, of Cullowhee passed away December 29th at Mission Hospital in Asheville after a period of declining health. He was the son of Spurgeon and Minnie Dills Bryson of Cullowhee. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Ann Nicholson Bryson and 2 children, Cindy (Brent) Franks of Cullowhee and Jeff (Ashley) Bryson of Asheville. He is also survived by 2 grandchildren, Trey and Melissa Franks of Cullowhee, and 2 dogs, Kobe and Macy, whom he loved dearly.
He was a deacon and member at Black Mountain Baptist Church and most recently attended Promise Land Baptist Church.
He was an avid beekeeper and enjoyed spending time at his RV camper at Lake Chatuge in Hayesville.
He was employed for 20 years at WCU Food Services and 20 years at Jackson Paper.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Jackson County Animal Shelter at animal.jacksonnc.org/donate/ in Bobby's memory.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
165 Skyland Dr, Sylva, NC 28779

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