Smith-Jackson Funeral Home | Danville, KY

Obituary For Howard Buddy Bryant

Funeral Arrangements

Service will be livestream on facebook Smith-Jackson FH Danville page

Funeral @ Historic St. Peter A.M.E., 225 W. Lexington St., Harrodsburg, KY

Date & Time: Wednesday, November 22, 2023 @ 11:00 am

Visitation begins @ 10:00 am until time of service at 11:00 am

Burial: Maple Grove Cemetery, Harrodsburg, KY

Howard Louis Bryant died November 11, 2023 in Panama City Beach. Florida. He was born March 22, 1958 to James Edmond Bryant and Gladys Christine Bryant of Danville, KY.

Howard was fondly known as “Buddy”, graduated from Danville High School in 1976, where he excelled in football. He enlisted in the Navy after graduation and later relocated to Florida. He enjoyed fishing and interacting with the guest at Sharky’s Beachfront Restaurant.

He is survived by his son, Taylor ( Madisen) Bryant, of Oregon; four grandchildren, Grayson, Blakely Rose, Mabel Jean and Quincee John Bryant, all of Oregon; special companion, Anne Crawford Bess; two nephews, Edmond Clay (Janessa) Bryant and Phillip Christopher Bryant; one niece, Mary C. Bryant (James Matthew) Robinson; sister in law, Doretta Bryant; several cousins, Ruth Ann Bryant, Emily Catherine Bryant and Roberta Cunningham, Carolyn Cunningham Banka, Maryland, Karen McAfee, Mary Drummer Ashli Dunn and Christopher Bryant; great nephew and nieces; Jarius Caesar Bryant, Nolan James Bryant, Josiah Clay Bryant, Alexis Deziraye Robinson, Mikasa Rosemarie Robinson, Khia Robinson and James Devaunte Robinson; also a host of other relatives and friends.

Please keep his family and friends in your prayers.

Guest Book

THE EMPTY CHAIR We gather here, a class once more To reminiscence, like years before Upon the days and joys we knew Before our school-aged time was through Yet, as we meet, with memories near We think of those, always held dear - Our friends and classmates, passed away To be with God, and enjoy their day. They sit at desks, resting on clouds Surrounded by angelic crowds Where they shall be forevermore The friends and schoolmates we adore They'll be with us in every prayer Until the day, we join them there Within the walls of Heaven's class Where friendships formed shall always last. Until that hour, when we join again An empty chair, we will maintain In honor of the life-long bond We forged with those, now passed beyond The friends with whom we learned life's truth Whose bonds lasted far from our youth And shall remain forever near When we gather, from year to year. - Author unknown

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Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Tommy & Eva Gooch

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Our prayers are with you.

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Uncle Bud I know ur in a better place and not suffering I know ceasar will miss giving you a hard time because that's what u all did we all will miss you

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Celebrating Howard Bryant for a life well lived: A life well lived is a precious gift Of hope and strength and grace, From someone who has made our world A brighter, better place It's filled with moments, sweet and sad With smiles and sometimes tears, With friendships formed and good times shared And laughter through the years. A life well lived is a legacy Of joy and pride and pleasure, A living, lasting memory Our grateful hearts will treasure - Author Unknown

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God blessed you on this journey with so many friends and a wonderful family. God bless your family, condolences 🙏🏾 to them- Mike Shannon and family.

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God blessed you on this journey with so many friends and a wonderful family. God bless your family, condolences 🙏🏾 to them- Mike Shannon and family.

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I'm devastated 💔! Didn't know how much I missed him until we met again at our last class reunion in September! He was an amazing friend and he will definitely be missed! To all the family and friends: May the peace that passeth all understanding keep your hearts and minds on the company of heaven and remain with you always! Peace out Howard ole Buddy 🙏

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GODSPEED BROTHER !!!!!! Prayers for Phillip B. & Family

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So sorry for your loss. I remember him from school. He was a cool guy, always friendly and had time to talk.

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David Terhune and I saw the Facebook post about Howard's passing about the same time. Neither of us had seen him since our Babe Ruth baseball years, but we shared several memories txtg last night of him and his dad, Jim, that made us smile. We should all be so lucky to leave behind memories of such fleeting meetings that decades later still give people reason to smile:). -Stuart Arnold

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I haven't seen Howard since 1979 or 1980 when we were in the Navy. He was stationed on the aircraft carrier USS Independence and he took me on board with him. Like most of the people who will write a condolences letter I have known Howard for many years. I went to Boyle County and he went to Danville. I can say he was my friend and I would have loved to have seen him again. He was a pleasure to be around. Howard, I hope you went peacefully. John Keith

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I consider it a blessing to have grown up with Howard. He and his family were always kind and accepting of everyone. I am thankful we were able to get together when he was here in September and I am a better person for having known him. May God bring comfort to all that miss him.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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