James “Jay” Earl Bryant
October 5, 1945 ~ April 24, 2013
James E. (Jay) Bryant, 67, passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at Vidant Medical Center after an extended illness. He was born in Wilson County on October 5, 1945 to the late Wade and Undine Murray Bryant.
Jay retired from Ilco Unican after 29 years of service. He was an avid Nascar fan and will be greatly missed by all that knew him.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 46 years, Phyllis Griffin Bryant; son, Jeff S. Bryant; grandchildren, Stephen, Austin, and Ella Louise Bryant; sisters, Rachael B. Gardner and husband, I.B., Nell B. Vick and Effie Joyner.
A special thank you to Tina Boone for her love and friendship.
The family will receive friends and relatives from 1:00-2:00pm Saturday, April 27, 2013 at Benvenue Baptist Church and other times at the home. A funeral service to celebrate Jay's life will follow at 2:00pm at the church with Rev. Tom Gearhart officiating. Burial will follow at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Benvenue Baptist Church, Nehemiah Fund, 2464 Benvenue Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 North Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Benvenue Baptist Church
2464 Benvenue Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 4/27, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Service
Benvenue Baptist Church
2464 Benvenue Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 4/27, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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My prayers go out to all family members and friends. Jay gave me a chance to learn and work my way to a good future for my family. He was a very precise person in his job. I will always remember lots of pranks he got me on. Will Miss U…..Will see u soon. BO
My sincerest sympathy goes out to the friends and family of Jay. It is such a difficult thing to deal with. As time goes by, you will begin to realize that as you think of his smiles, his love of his family, his laughter, the pain will have diminished a bit and you’ll find yourself smiling again. I didn’t know him personally but, having lost someone dear to me, I can empathize with the pain you are experiencing. What comfort such scriptures as John 528,29 brought me! You will read there about the promise Jesus gave of resurrecting our loved ones back to life. When he resurrected His friend Lazarus back to life ( John 1138-44 ) He showed his ability and desire to fulfill that promise. Can you just imagine the joy Lazarus’ sisters felt when they held him in their arms once again This joy we too will feel in the very near future. Until that day comes, we have the promise that God will draw close to those whose hearts have been broken ( Psalms 3418 ) I truly hope these few scriptures have helped lessen the pain you feel as they had mine.
Lit a candle in memory of James Jay Earl Bryant
Lit a candle in memory of James Jay Earl Bryant
Few things in life will ever affect us more deeply than the death of a loved one. Afterwards, you may have to be contending with a range of emotions that you never before experienced. Death affects each person differently. Indeed, the Bible says that each one has his own plague & his own pain.(2 Chron. 629) Crying is not a sign of weakness. Even such strong men as Abraham, Joseph, David, & Jesus shed tears when they were grieving.- Gen. 232; Gen. 501; 2 Samuel 111,12; Samuel 1833; John 1135. Grief can be like waves that crashed ashore at unexpected moments. This is normaleven if it occurs years after your loved ones death. Dont hold back the tears! Crying helps ease the pain of grief. People grief in different ways. The important thing is this If you feel tears welling up, realize that it may be A time to weep (Ecc. 34) Jesus Christ was a perfect man who had strong faith in God. Yet, he Gave way to tears over the death of his friend, Lazarous. (John 1135) We can find much comfort through the help of the Bible. In time the grief will ease & you will be able to carry on, from one day to the next. I hope that these words will help you in your time of need