Ella Lavinia Bryant
d. June 26, 2010
Date Died: June 26, 2010
BRIDGEPORT -- Ella Lavinia Bryant, 88, a retired Paradise High School teacher went to be with our Lord Saturday, June 26 in Bridgeport.
Funeral: 10 a.m. Wednesday at Hawkins Funeral Home. Burial: East Bridgeport Cemetery. Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday. The Reverend Gary Sessions to officiate. Pallbearers: Mike Carrell, David Carrell, Jeff Jones, Kevin Jones, Del Bryant and DeWayne Sessions.
Ella was born October 19, 1921 to James Thomas and Hessie (Wigington) Bryant in Floydada, Texas. She was a devout member of the Twin Oaks Assembly of God in Bridgeport.
Ella was preceded in death by her parents and 3 brothers, Raymond, Dawson and Joe Bryant.
Those left behind to cherish her memory are 3 brothers, James Bryant of Ridgecrest, CA, Eldon Bryant of Bridgeport, Frank Bryant of Bedford; 3 sisters, Zula Carrell of Burleson, Ruth Bradley of Bridgeport, Betty Jones of Cleburne; numerous neices, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
To The Family of Ella,
There is no way to truly express our sorrow in the loss of our beloved Ella. Ronnie and I can fully understand your grief and loss. We all know that the Lord's ways are not always what we, as humans, desire, but our Faith teaches us that our Lord is ABOVE ALL and He is our Savior and King.
Ella's life was one of the most dedicated, consecrated, Holy Spirit filled, and loyal servant's of the Lord that we have known, in our lifetime. Her influence and love for her students, over the years, her family, her generous giving spirit, her love for the Church Family, and her multitude of friends, is a Legacy that not every person will leave. I, Terry, cannot think of anyone else, during my life, who has been a dearer friend, and influenced my spiritual walk, the way Ella did. Her Life was a bright light, reflecting the Glory of the Lord, and we know the Angels are rejoicing at her arrival in Heaven.
Our Lord must have looked down, extended HIS hand, and told her "Well done, thou good and faithful servant", and lifted her into His presence. What a Glorious thing that must have been for her.
We will all miss her, more than we can express, and her love will always surround us. The Legacy she has left, for all of us, will comfort and bless us as we make our way through this life.
When we needed prayer and comfort, and understanding, Ella was always there. Her Christian values and standards, and her Love for the Lord, were above reproach. We admire her with so much love.
Our Lord has called one of His most dedicated Saints to her Heavenly Home.
Our special love to all of her family and friends,
Terry and Ronnie Roberts, Denton, Tx.
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The tide recedes... but leaves behind
Bright seashells on the sand,
The sun goes down... but gentle warmth
Still lingers on the land.
The music stops... and yet it echoes
On in sweet refrains...
For every joy that passes...
Something beautiful remains.
In love and remembrance,
Trish New, Decatur TX