Everett Eugene Bryson

Everett Bryson Obituary

BRYSON Everett Eugene Bryson, 93, passed away on December 25.. Born in Etowah, TN, he lived in several states including North Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, Indiana, Ohio and Florida. He graduated from Stowe Ohio High School, and had studied at Jacksonville State University (Alabama). He worked for the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. He transferred to Jacksonville in 1950 and retired in 1974 after 38 years of employment. He and his family were long time members of Riverside Park United Methodist Church where he was a very active member as a teacher, the Sunday School Superintendent, and as a member of many church boards. He was instrumental in the formation of The Life Center, a program for older adults at the church. He was also a member of the Lions Club and the Toastmasters Club. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Lula Easterling Bryson; a son, Robert Eugene (Buzz) Bryson and his wife, Linda Lewis Bryson of Dunwoody, GA, a daughter, Martha Bryson Lankford and her husband Dr.James Lankford of San Antonio, TX, a son-in law, Earl Donald Carlson, of Jacksonville; five grandchildren; Donald Carlson and Carl Carlson of Jacksonville, Dr. Kelly Lankford of Grand Rapids, MI and Susan Lankford Mann of San Antonio, TX and Charles Everett (Rett) Bryson of Venice, CA; one great-grandchild, Ryan Donald Carlson, of Jacksonville. He also is survived by one sister, Joann Cabe, Franklin, NC and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Brenda Bryson Carlson and a grandson, Robert Lewis Bryson. Gene will be greatly missed by his many friends and family members. He left behind a wonderful legacy of his wit, his art and his poetry. Visitation: Wednesday, December 28, 6:00-8:00 pm, Hardage-Giddens, 729 Edgewood Ave. Services will be held at Riverside Park United Methodist Church of Thursday, December 29, 11:00 am. Interment at Riverside Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that memorials be sent to Riverside Park United Methodist Church or The Life Center, 819 Park St. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Dec. 27, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Everett Bryson

6 Entries

Roberta B Moberley

December 27, 2023

I still have warm memories of times spent with kind, thoughtful Uncle Gene.

Roberta Sue Bryson (Moberley)

Barbara Ann Porter

January 22, 2006

Uncle Gene was a stable image for me

while I was growing up as was Emma Lee. My father Cecil was their oldest brother and died at the young age of 41. Gene and Emma Lee always kept me

aware of the "Bryson's" and their heritage and childhood tales. If I

am ever known for any great traits

my children will know it came from

the "Bryson" side. Uncle Gene and Lula visited us in later years while attending Lula's family reunions near us. It was those times most special to me-for I only had to look

at his eyes to see my father again.

I will always love and miss him.

Bobbie Ann,

"Niece on your Brother's side"

our private joke

Roberta Bryson Moberley

January 8, 2006

The passing of my Uncle Gene was expected yet still hurt terribly. When I spoke to him on the telephone, he sounded so much like my own father and I loved to hear that sound. At our family reunions, Uncle Gene was always willing to take us anyplace relating to the Bryson family heritage, and if he tired of relating the history of this or tht, he did not show it. The last picture I took of him was not so long ago, sitting on the front fender of a car, his hat tilted to one side, blue eyes twinkling and that wonderful, mischievous smile on his face. I cherish the many fond memories of Uncle Gene, Aunt Lula and their children.

Bonnie and Jim Allen

January 1, 2006

Lula and family - they just don't come any better than Gene. He was truly one of the finest gentlemen we have ever known. He was kind, smart, sweet and funny. We will miss him terribly. Gene loved God but God loved Gene even better. It makes a smile come to our faces to think of Gene meeting Jesus face to face on Christmas morning. God bless you all.

Linda Postelle

December 27, 2005

We all agree that Uncle Gene was one of our favorite people. He always had a smile and a twinkle in his eye for everyone. We loved to hear the stories about him working with the elderly. He enjoyed them so much and I am sure that they loved him even more.

Earl Ken "Red" Callahan

December 27, 2005

I remember all the good times Gene and I had together, going to school in Stow, Ohio. He was a grand person and I have many fond memories of him. My best to all his family and friends. Warmly, Ken Callahan

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