Howard Buddy Bryant

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

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

Our prayers are with you.

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

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

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.

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.

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 🙏

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

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

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

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

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.

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