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      A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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      Kenneth Wayne Bryant, 83, of Collinsville, IL, passed away Monday, November 11, 2024, peacefully at his home with his wife at his side.

      He was born on September 7, 1941, in St. Louis, MO, to Dorman and Lavita (nee Lunn) Bryant. In 1987, he married the love of his life, Paula Adams, in Granite City, IL.

      After serving his country in the United States Army with a tour in Korea, Mr. Bryant worked at McDonell Douglas, was president of Onsrud, and during the last few years worked for Roto Rooter. Mr. Bryant loved to work and excelled in all he did, but his main love was for his family. He loved each and every one of them in his own special way. Kenneth Bryant will be deeply missed by his wife, Paula, and his family and friends.

      He was preceded in death by his father, Dorman Bryant; mother, Lavita Bryant; sister, Dorma (Ron) Tumey; daughter, Julie (Rob) Edwards.

      Kenneth is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Paula Bryant; sons, Brad Bryant, Bryan Haun; daughters, Teri (Barney) Rodawald, Allison Brand, Jackie (Steve) Little; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Honorable mentions include three special granddaughters, Isabella Brand and Lyric Haun, whom he helped raise, and Gabrielle Golden.

      A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

      Kassly-Meridith Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL.

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    1. Paula Bryant / November 12, 2024 at 5:19 pm

      I loved Ken with my whole heart and always will. He was a wonderful man and even better husband.. I feel so blessed to have him in my life and he will forever be in my heart. Ken, wait for me, I will see you again some day. From Paula

    2. William B Shockey Jr / November 15, 2024 at 2:19 pm

      I have been a neighbor of Ken’s now for almost 6 years. I have never had a more kind neighbor. Overtime we have built a nice relationship. I thought of him and his wife often, and I have learned recently that he thought highly of me. Thank you Paula, for informing me on that. I hold it near and dear.
      He will be missed tremendously.
      RIP Godspeed for a safe landing, and healing hearts for your family and friends.

    3. Darryl R Wheeldon / November 16, 2024 at 2:30 pm

      Paula.

      Darryl Wheeldon.

      Sorry to hear of Ken leaving us.

      He was/ is a good Man!

      Be well.

      With love.

      Darryl

    4. Marvin coverdell / November 16, 2024 at 6:24 pm

      We are so sorry to hear about uncle kenneth. This is Dorma’s son. My wife and I send our condolences. Kenneth was a very great man and shown nothing but respect to everyone around him. He will always have a special place in our hearts. My youngest son I named Kenneth. RIP uncle Kenny.

    5. Pamela Hallermann / December 6, 2024 at 2:53 am

      Mother’s name was Lavina Bryant.
      Kenny and Dorma were so special to the Deree and Wayne Williams family. We dearly loved Kenny.. Our family lived very near in his early childhood. Often our families would be together.. When he was a teenager, and I was a 12 year old or so, I thought Kenny looked like Ricky Nelson.

      There are many wonderful memories.. Though we often didn’t communicate, I held him in my thoughts.

      Pam Williams Halllermann

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