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Bryan Giles Obituary
Bryan Dwight Giles passed away peacefully on May 24, 2016, with his devoted wife and beloved sister by his side. He was born August 6, 1971.
Bryan was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio and was a proud graduate of Buchtel High School.
Bryan was preceded in death by his grandmother, Bessie Mae Peeples; and grandfather, Leroy Giles.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his devoted wife, Dawn Marie Giles; parents, Mattie and Robert Giles; sister, Megan (Jeffrey) Giles-Law; daughters, Britiany and Trinity; four grandchildren; mother-in-law, Catherine Stewart; and a host of family and friends.
Service will be held Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at 12 Noon at Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home, 529 W. Thornton St., Akron, OH 44307, Pastor Adams eulogizing and Minister Adrial Wilson officiating. Interment Glendale Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home from 11 a.m. until time of service. Procession will form at 883 Greenwood Ave., Akron, OH 44320 and condolences may be sent to 927 Storer Ave., Akron, OH 44320.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bryan Giles
Sponsored by Akron Beacon Journal.
Bridget Thomas
May 20, 2022
Well Brain you and My husband your friend can chill together I miss u both but you n he are truly in the best place than we are.. buddy keep watching over your children n family n wife if u were married. An friends.. keep being a angel for those who need s you still much love B.Thomas Rouse
Caught in the moment
Britiany Linear
February 1, 2017
You're not forgotten in my book! I think about you often, you still haven't visited me in my dreams. I've gotten better with communication with my Giles family. I'm not as distant and growing closer to them like you always wanted. You're grandchildren are taller than me now you'd be proud of the children they're becoming. I miss you dad and will always be remembered.
Sabreen Saafir
June 3, 2016
Our condolences to the Giles family from the Saafir family
Henry & Helen Sanders
June 2, 2016
May the Lord grant you His peace and comfort during this time of such great loss; our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stephanie Stone
June 2, 2016
Praying for the family - Bryan was a very good person!! Rest in Paradise Bryan!!
Tanisha Davis
June 1, 2016
R.I.P, you will be missed. Condolences to the family and friends.
Senta Davis
June 1, 2016
RIP Bryan. My condolences to the Giles family.
Elizabeth Linear-Talley
June 1, 2016
My condolences to the family. He is surely missed.
LaNette Ellis-Black
May 31, 2016
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Giles family I'm saddened to hear about the passing of my classmate. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
FRED WHEAT
May 31, 2016
Condolences to the Giles family. May memories of Bryan comfort you all. RIP B Giles
Monika Gooden
May 31, 2016
I am deeply saddened by the news of Bryan's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the Giles family.
Dion Hatch
May 31, 2016
My condolences to the Giles family. Even though your death is too hard to bare, I know your spirit has already transcend to the angel God was waiting on.
CRYSTAL GRIFFIN'BOYKINS
May 31, 2016
MY HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO THE GILES FAMILY. R.I.P. BRYAN GILES.
LaShawn Pryor
May 31, 2016
My Deepest condolences and prayers go out to the Giles family and all the friends that love and will miss him dearly, I pray God builds a fence around your family and heal your hearts in Jesus name Amen.
Kimberly
May 31, 2016
Bryan will be truly missed. He was a good guy and all of Akron loved him, but God loved him Best. Be Blessed by your memories of him. #TNBA alum
KIM ROBERSON
May 31, 2016
RIH MY FRIEND YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED
Willa & Larry Davison
May 31, 2016
To Mattie, Bobby & the Giles Family: We were truly sorry to hear of Bryan's passing. Bryan always had a good sense of humor, which will be missed. Our hearts and prayers good out to you.
Charles Small
May 31, 2016
Mr and the family:
I was saddened to hear of Bryan's passing. He was always a guy full of fun and could put a smile on anyone's face. I enjoyed throwing darts with him in the past. He will be missed.
God bless the family.
Barbara Wilson-Coleman (Manley)
May 31, 2016
Dear family, may you find comfort and peace in the hours, days and years ahead during this sad period of your life. Robert and Mattie and the rest of the family, keep his memory close to your heart - he is just a soft breeze away.
(The Manley family)
Gerald Coleman Jr
May 31, 2016
My sincere condolence for your loss. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.
Kenyatta Waters
May 31, 2016
Sending the family my condolences may the Lord give you strength and comfort
Travis-Fitzgerald Family
May 31, 2016
B Giles will truly be missed our sincere condolences are with you during this most difficult time. May the comfort and peace of God which passes all understanding engulf each of you.
~blessings ~
EVELYN NEAL MILLER
May 31, 2016
TO THE FAMILY
SENDING OUR CONDOLENCES FROM KEVIN NEAL & AND THE MILLER FAMILY. BRYAN AND KEVIN WERE BEST OF FRIENDS AND WE'RE SADDEN BY HIS PASSING. MAY GOD BE WITH EACH OF YOU DURING THIS TIME AND HOLD ON TO YOUR PRECIOUS MEMORIES.
Monica Smith
May 31, 2016
Sending my condolences and prayers to the family.
Gary djhev Harwell Sr.
May 30, 2016
Gone miss you dearly BG!!!Rest up Homie
Dynetta Brown-Griffith (Carlton), BHS c/o '87
May 30, 2016
To the family of Bryan Giles, we are thanking God for giving you peace during this difficult time.
Mary Joshua
May 30, 2016
To Brian's family and wife, I am so sorry for loss. Brian was an awesome person and will be missed.
May 30, 2016
My sincere and deepest sympathy to the Giles Family.
Ethel Lee
Richmond, Virginia
Catherine Stewart
May 30, 2016
I will miss you .
Janie Forney
May 30, 2016
To Robert Giles and family, sending sincere sympathy, praying that God will strengthen and comfort all of you at this time of loss.
Janie Hairston Forney
Janaris Alston C/O 89
May 30, 2016
Deepest sympathies extended to the Giles family. Keeping the family uplifted in prayers.
Brian Griffin
May 30, 2016
R. I. P.
Raye moore
May 30, 2016
My prayers are with the Giles family,so sorry for your loss
Dorothy Johnson
May 29, 2016
Be at peace...
Charleen McCormick
May 29, 2016
Dawn
I'm so sorry about your loss
you and your family are in my prayers
R.I.P Bryan
Tammie
May 29, 2016
To the Giles Family may God be with all of you. I went to school with Bryan in elementary and middle school and one year in highschool he was a great spirited person may he rest in peace.. Much love to you all.. GOD BLESS
Tonja Dunson
May 29, 2016
Sorry for your loss Bryan will be truly missed. Prayers for the family-Tonja Dunson
April Clopton-Dillapree
May 29, 2016
R.I.P. Brian and my heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to your family.
Charisse Palmer
May 29, 2016
Prayers and condolences to the Giles family. B-Giles always had a laugh and a smile, he will definitely be missed. R.I.H B. C/O '89
Cameron Powell
May 29, 2016
You we be missed my friend. Mama G Mr.G
Kim Griffin Johnson
May 29, 2016
Rip my prayers are with your family and friends
Francine Sommerville Bostice
May 29, 2016
I remember Bryan from when he was a child living across the street on Greenwood, a few houses down. He and my late son, Trevon, played together sometimes. I pray that his family and friends have comfort and strength at this
time of bereavement and may God bless all of you.
BRIDGET THOMAS
May 29, 2016
U were a great friend to me an u will be forever missed.fly high now...
Sherry Jiles
May 29, 2016
May God bless you all and keep you. My sincere condolences
Cherese Lindsey Clayton
May 29, 2016
It was very shocking to read that you had passed. We didn't hang out but you was able to put a smile on my face. R I P my friend. My GOD comfort your family in this time of grieve. WOW :(
Your friend
Class 89 Buchtel Griffs.....
Melissa Johnson
May 29, 2016
The Hamilton family sends our condolences.RIH Brian Giles. He was one cool dude.
Jim Reed
May 29, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
May 28, 2016
Vernon and Vivian Neal send their sincere condolences. We will continue to keep the family in prayer.
John & Susan White
May 28, 2016
To The Family We Are Sorry For Your Loss Are Condolences, Deepest Sympathy & Prayers Go Out To You All & Bryan R.I.P.
Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home
May 29, 2016
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
May 28, 2016
To the Giles Family
May God give you the comfort and peace you so richly deserve at a time such as this. Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to you Mr. G and your family.
Quinn & Dee Simpson
Tracy Williams
May 28, 2016
B Giles your fun loving spirit you be forever missed but greatly cherished by many REST IN PEACE homey!!
Kristin Smith
May 28, 2016
To the Giles family, I am soooo sorry for your loss. We went to school together and graduated together. He will be missed. Prayers to all family, friends, and others.
Shante Hamilton
May 28, 2016
Prayers & Condolences To Dawn And The Giles Family. God Bless.
Kevin Neal
May 27, 2016
To Giles family i send my condolences and may God keep you all strong you all are in my prayers.
B keep tht party going and the WAGON ready to roll my catt till we ride again.
K.Neal c/o 89
Trisha Thomas
May 27, 2016
BGiles....you'll be missed. You were such a great person, and good friend. Anyone who had the pleasure of knowing you, knew that. You were always, full of laughter. And give great advice. It saddens my heart to know you're gone, but it warms my heart knowing that you've gained your wings. Giles family, you're in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find strength and comfort in God, during this time. I pray that God's angels be dispatched around you guiding you, comforting you, watching over you...With love Trisha
Starlet Watts-Mitchell
May 27, 2016
R.I.H. BGiles.
PS4L!!!
Amie Hardy
May 27, 2016
Dear Mattie and family,
Words are hard to come by at a time like this. But do know you are in my thoughts and prayers. And may your memories of Bryan bring smiles and joy to you. HUGS
Rhonda Hardin
May 27, 2016
To the Giles Family,
I send my condolences to you in the loss of your loved one Bryan....Bryan and I graduated together. Bryan was a good guy and a very nice person. He was always full of laughter every time I seen him. I will definitely miss his smile. I know God doesn't make mistakes and he only chooses the best. He will surely be missed but Never Forgotten. I ask God to comfort you today, tomorrow, and in the days that lie ahead, to give your family peace and strength. Rest in Peace, Bryan...
May 27, 2016
Mattie and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Earth truly has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal. May our gracious and loving Heavenly Father keep you all in His loving care at this time and always.
Lovingly
Theresa and Clifford Fennell Jr.
Cynthia Brooks
May 27, 2016
Will be missed by a lot of people Brian was a good person. For the friends and family of Brian seek God for comfort and peace my prayer's go up for friend's and family.
BUTTER
May 26, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Al and Sylvia Brown
May 26, 2016
ToThe Family Of B. Giles,
May God Continue To Bless Each Of You, Especially Through This Difficult Time.
Eboni Baxter
May 26, 2016
I am so very sorry for your loss, my deepest prayers go out to the Giles family. May GOD keep you near during this difficult time and help to keep your hearts full of wonderful thoughts of Bryan. I have such fond memories of Bryan from Jack and Jill and throughout high school. He will truly be missed!
Myra J.
May 26, 2016
Rest in peace Brian!
Jacqui Johnson
May 26, 2016
My thoughts and prayers to all the family and friends ...rest Bryan
Megan Salyer
May 26, 2016
Mattie and family,
I have been at a loss of words and I'm sorry for your loss doesn't seem like enough. I have been and will continue to pray for you. Heaven gained an angel and an all around good man and he will be missed.
Angela Rodgers
May 26, 2016
My sincere condolences for your loss. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.
Sheryl R Lamb-Davis
May 26, 2016
BGiles wow, this is a tough one...at a loss for words.
Giles Family know that we love you, we grieve with you, we are praying for and with you. Rest in peace Bryan. You will be missed.
John (deceased) & Ruby "Tuta" Lamb and Family
Rest easy BGiles from one STEELERS FAN TO ANOTHER
Marvin Farr
May 26, 2016
May GOD continue to Bless you all during these tough times. Condolences from the Farr Family !
Yolanda King
May 26, 2016
My deepest sympathy and prayer to the Giles family your son was a blessing to have known and loved...No one can ever duplicate you! You had a heart of GOLD! I'm gone miss you Big Homie...This HURT the city you a LEGEND never will be forgotten....Love you and rest easy Big Homie.
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