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Robert Bryant Obituary
Robert Arthur "Bobby" Bryant, 78, of Madison Heights, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 2, 2021. He was the loving husband of Betty Seay Bryant for 49 years, until she lost her long battle with Parkinson's Disease, during which time he was an incredible and selfless caregiver.
Later in life, he had the incredible and fortunate opportunity to find love and sincere happiness again, with Jane Fields Bryant, with whom he was wed in October 2019.
Bobby was born on July 7, 1942, in Lynchburg, the son of the late Arthur Dabney Bryant and Virginia Roberts Bryant. Bobby was retired from VDOT, served his country in the Army National Guard, and was an active member of Thomas Road Baptist Church, where he loved ministering through the 50+ group with his incredible musical talents.
In addition to his loving wife, "Mama Jane" Fields Bryant, Bobby is survived by his two sons, Forrest Dale Bryant and his wife, Diane, and Ashley Daniel Bryant; one sister, Linda Bryant Miller; and four grandchildren, Stephanie, Chad, Daniel, and Rachel.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Friday, January 8, 2021, at Tharp Funeral Home in Madison Heights.
A celebration of Bobby's life will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2021, at Briarwood Memorial Gardens with Pastor Daryl Donald of Living Water Baptist Church, where Bobby and Jane more recently became members, officiating.
For everyone's safety, masks and social distancing will be required for family night as well as the service at Briarwood Memorial Gardens.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory of Madison Heights is assisting the family. To send condolences please visit tharpfuneralhome.com.
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Betty De Lara (Edley Place)
January 11, 2021
Forest, Ashley and all of the family, I am so sorry for your loss. Bobby was a beautiful man with a big heart. His loss has made us very sad. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Don Wechsler
January 6, 2021
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Shelia wilson
January 6, 2021
Thinking of you all fiends of your family for over 50 years love
Preston Layne
January 5, 2021
Jane,
We were sorry to hear your husband passed away. Wish we could have met him. We will keep you in our prayers and his family.
Sympathy and blessings to all the family.
Preston and Judy Layne
JoAn & Bill Enochs
January 5, 2021
Thinking of your family. Prayers for you all
Pat and Wayne Gibbons
January 5, 2021
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Bobby´s entire family. He will truly be missed by all who knew, but our lives were enriched by his presence. Bobby was an amazing man of quiet strength and deep faith. He was a devoted family man and an extraordinary caregiver. He is now surely one of God´s most special angels. On a personal note, I have so many wonderful memories of Bobby. We were first cousins, but he was always my "big brother," and I loved him very dearly. We were practically inseparable as toddlers and small children, and we maintained a special bond through high school and young adulthood. Life, marriage, our families, and distance may have separated us through life, but whenever we were together the bond we shared was still there. He taught me to shoot marbles, bowl, and throw a spiral football!! I never let him know how much his bullet passes I caught would sting my hands. I think he sometimes forgot I was a girl!!! I am heartbroken, but I know he is in God´s loving arms. May God grant everyone comfort and peace.
LYNN MCMILLAN AND DIANE POIRIER
January 5, 2021
I ENJOYED THE FRIENDSHIP OF BOBBY AND HIS FAMILY FOR MANY YEARS. SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. LYNNMC
Ken & Linda Adams
January 5, 2021
Jane and Family,
We are so heartbroken to hear of Bobby´s passing. He was a great friend and we always enjoyed his musical talents as he shared through his ministry.
We are praying for each of you during this difficult time.
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