George W. Bryant III
George Wayne Bryant III (a.k.a. “G-O and Paw Paw”), age 86, was called home by his Lord and Savior on December 18, 2022. He was born on September 18, 1936, in Port Neches, Texas. He graduated from French High School in 1956 and directly enlisted in the US Armed Forces where he served his country for more than 35 years as an active and reserve soldier, toured in Korea and retired at the rank of Master Sergeant.
George’s delights in life were family, church, community, finance and all things sport related. He was proudly married to Kaye for more than 63 years and relished in fatherhood supporting his children in all of their endeavors ranging from ballet to BMX. He supported his family as a first-class machinist for Neches Butane, which later became Texaco Chemical, and retired after 36 years of service. George called Wesley Methodist his church home for more than 5 decades where he was actively involved with the Methodist Men’s Group, earning lifetime membership in 2015. He served on the Neches Federal Credit Union Board of Directors for 30 years, he was a Master Mason in the Tolerance 1165 Lodge for 57 years, he was a collegiate UIL track & field official and he served as a football referee for the Texas Association of Sports Officials for more than 47 years, earning him lifetime membership in 2013. In 1996, he was honored as a community hero and ran with the Olympic Torch during the Atlanta Games. George was a very accomplished and loyal man who ALWAYS put others before himself.
He was a living example of the bible verse, Philippians 2:3- “Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves.”
He was the cherished son of George Wayne Bryant, Jr. and Mayme Hamilton Bryant Dodd. Beloved husband of Kaye Ener Bryant; and their two children, Cyndi Hicks and Barry Bryant; his adoring daughter-in-law, Kimberlee Shiflet Bryant; and late son-in-law, Randall Hicks; through which George was blessed with 7 grandchildren, Sarah, Koby, Luke, Katie, Daniel, David and Kyler; and 4 great-grandchildren, Keeley, Jude, Leah and Grayson. He was a much-loved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin, friend and co-worker of many.
A gathering of Mr. Bryant’s family and friends will be from 5:30 p.m., until 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Wesley United Methodist Church. A celebration of his life with Military Honors will be at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, December 22, 2022, at Wesley United Methodist Church, 3810 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His interment with Masonic Rites will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Wesley Methodist Church Men’s Mission, 3810 North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas 77713 to further his passion for his faith community and outreach through Christ.
Video
Gathering of Family and Friends
Wesley Methodist Church
- 3810, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
- December 21, 2022
- 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
A Celebration of His Life
Wesley Methodist Church
- 3810, North Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas, 77713,
- December 22, 2022
- 10:00 am
Interment
Forest Lawn Memorial Park
- 4955, Pine St, Beaumont, TX, 77703,
My thoughts and prayers are with you Kaye and family. You know the wonderful man you married over 63 years ago as a loving, giving and caring person for his family and for all of us who knew George. George and I became dear friends in our senior year of high school (he attended French High and I went to Beaumont High). George was the brother I never had and I so enjoyed the visits he and Kaye made to my home in Austin.
Rest in Peace George. You’ll be missed by us all.
Kaye I am so sorry. Larry McCaughn notified me today. I enjoyed a few trips to your home before Harvey . I loved talking to George about my Dad..who was his First Cousin. Things they did when they were young . Loved him . My Prayers and love to your family.
George was a wonderful man and will be truly missed. I have a lot of fond memories growing up as George and Kaye are friends with my parents. You are all in my prayers
Prayers for Kay and family as you grieve your loss. Fond memories of years ago with officials on the high school football fields, George Bryant, Gordon DuBois, Don Hall, Gene Watkins, Geoff Kret, Jim Campbell, and many others! Wonderful precious friends! Love you all!
Kaye and family,
My sincere condolences, I was so saddened to just hear of George’s passing. To know George was to love him. He was always an outstanding example of how life should be lived, and I was sure blessed to know him! I was also blessed to meet Barry even many years before meeting George. Kaye you and George were always two of my favorite people, and I have missed seeing ya’ll. Hugs to you and prayers for you and the family,
We are both so saddened to hear of your loss. George was a very special person; really, one of a kind who will surely be missed by the many people who’s lives were blessed by knowing him.
Please know that we would have. been with you but for our having COVID. We love you and are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
My deepest sympathy to all of Mr. Bryant’s family and friends. May he rest peacefully…
Kaye,
I just heard of George’s passing, I’m so very sorry. Although I didn’t know him for very long, I know he was an extraordinary, very special man and will be missed terribly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
How will I remember George (and Kaye since they were always together) Energetic Active Engaged Very physically fit and always entertaining George would never be ready for a rocking chair because he would rather be running up and down a football field dressed with black and white stripes He and Kaye could also be found looking for bargains at garage sales just for the fun of it and another chance at socializing and sharing his wit Good memories Good people!
Kaye and Bryant Family
I’m truly sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort. George was a very special friend and co-worker of many years of my George. They always had stories to tell when we got together. Good and fun memories.
Love and blessings dear friends.
When I was a kid my dad was in a very serious car accident. George and Kay let us stay over while Mom worked on Dad’s recovery. That was a very long time ago, but through the years they have always been kind ,thoughtful, fun, with many lovely memories. And George would always give you a good deal on golf clubs… 86!!!! That ain’t bad …..man!!!! Love and Blessings….
George….my sister was so blessed to have you and Kaye as a father-in-law and mother-in-law. You treated her like a daughter from the beginning. And…you both treated my sister’s extended family as your own. Our extended families had many many laughs at holidays and birthdays. I know you are having a great time in your forever home. Tell Mom and I love her. You two don’t get into too much trouble, because she was a hoot too! The Bleuel family loves you and we will all meet up again one day. ❤️ Melanie, Joe and Michael
Having known George forever from my childhood thru French High School even on and off the football field, track meets their was always a firm handshake and how are your parents. Prayers and good thoughts to the Bryant family R.I.P. MY FRIEND
“GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS” is a tribute to God, but the lyrics apply to George and Kaye just as well. Wesley Methodist is indebted to them!
What great neighbors for our family on Swallow Dr. Always loved having Mr and Mrs Bryant as my growing up neighbors!! Lots of fun memories, all happy!!
George & Kaye moved next door to us just after Hurricane Harvey after their home had flooded ter for the last time. We are saddened to hear this, what great neighbors, they were, always on the go. I came home one day to see Barry next door who told me his parents were moving in. It’s a pleasure to have great people like this live near you.
So sorry to hear of George’s passing. Having known him through officiating over 40 years, I always could count on him for anything I could possibly need. I will miss him.
BIL George, OMGoodness! What great times we have shared for over 60+ years! It would take hours to elaborate all we have shared. In a way too short summation, George, what a gap there will be in our fam w/o you. You’ve passed all the tests – BIL, dad, husband, uncle PawPaw& Great PawPaw & friend! Heck, I couldn’t elaborate a lot of things because some are “violations” of internet sharing! Ha! Luv U, my dearest dearest BIL. Rock on up there in heaven w/all the rest of our fam & friends! God Bless! SIL Marty
I’m sorry for your loss. I served with George in the 4161st USARF School in the 90s when I was a young Sergeant. It was always a pleasure to be mentored by him. God Bless!
I was blessed to have met George through officiating. He was a true servant in so many different ways. He and Beau Hicks are gathered putting a crew together in heaven! Always a smile and a kind word for everyone. I loved him and will miss him! Prayers for Kaye, Barry and the entire family!
George was one of a kind. Always enjoyed visiting with him, whenever I ran into him.
Dear Kaye and family,
What a gift George was to so many. I was privileged to know him for over 60 years. Blessed to call him friend and to reacquaint at Wesley. A GREAT man, husband, father and friend to all who knew him. I’m sure there’s a football game going on somewhere in heaven and I can see him running down the sidelines with his flag in hand. May God give you all peace during this time and always. ❤️????
So sorry to hear George has passed. Although the same last name we were not related, but long time friends.
So sorry to hear of George’s passing. I remember our days when we served in the Naval Reserve together. We lost touch with reach other until we reunited in the Cooks 2 Dozen. Cheryl and I praying for the family. RIP my friend!!
So sorry to hear of George’s passing. He loved golf and joking with people. I saw him at church with Kaye not long ago. May he rest in peace. Prayers go out to family at this time.
Deepest condolences to you Mrs. Kaye & the whole family. Georgie Porgie was such a great man. Your marriage was an inspiration to us all & I know he will miss the “Nana Dance”. We all love you & your in our prayers.
so sorry to hear of George passing, I hope you all know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
George, Paul and I always loved seeing you and Kay at Estate Sales. You always had a hug for us and a sweet smile…we were happy to have you as a friend and you will be sorely missed. R.I. P….
Kaye and family, I am so terribly sorry to read of George’s death. He was such a gentleman, always teasing me about the credit union. I just thought the world of him. He will be terribly miss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.