George Henry Bryan Jr.

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts to announce George “GH” Bryan, Jr passed away in Tyler, Texas on November 8, 2020 surrounded by family. He is and was loved by so many and will be deeply missed. Until we meet again...

George (GH) was born on September 3, 1931 to George Henry Bryan and Katie Hobbs Bryan of Wichita Falls, Texas. He attended school in Wichita Falls and graduated in 1949. George joined the Navy on March 22, 1950 prior to the start of the Korean War. George served on the U.S.S. Helena CA-75, a heavy cruiser, and made four trips to the Korean War zone. Later, in his Navy time, George was transferred to the U.S.S. Hollister DD-788, a destroyer, and again later to the U.S.S. Erben DD-631, a destroyer. After getting out of the Navy on January 9, 1954, he returned to his hometown of Wichita Falls, Texas and went to work for Neisner Brothers, a chain variety store. A short time after his return home, George was transferred to a store in Mobile, Alabama where he met Iris Thomas. George and Iris fell in love and were married April 3, 1955. Returning to Texas, the newlyweds settled in Texas City, Texas. George attended Massey Business College in Houston, Texas. George worked for Pan American Gas Company in Texas City as a clerk; Texas and New Orleans Railroad in Galveston Texas as a clerk; Monsanto Chemical Company in Texas City Texas for 29 years as a clerk, operator, night superintendent, and operations foreman; H.L. Yoh for 3 years as contract employee; Sterling Chemical for 7 years as operations foreman. George was a member of New Life Fellowship church, where he volunteered many hours as a Deacon, Sunday School Teacher, and served as the Church Treasurer.

In his early years, he and his wife, Iris, loved to cut a rug, winning numerous dance contest with their infamous "Twist" and "Jitterbug." A sight to behold for sure.

His favorite past time was to deer hunt. He enjoyed a little golfing, fishing and a whole lot of camping throughout the years. In his later years, he came to enjoy riding the ATV through the woods, watching the cattle, squirrels and listening to the birds sing as he drank his coffee early in the morning hours.

Most of all, he loved his family and the Lord. Always a smile on face and never an unkind word about anyone. A gentle spirit and a kindred heart.

George was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. & Mrs. George Bryan; four sisters, Lois Manross Swearingin, Lena Rollins Schrivner, Freda Mae Brannon, Doris Jane Koteek (Vince), one (1) brother, Vernie Lee Bryan, son-in-law, James E. Fowler, and his beloved wife of 57 years, Iris T. Bryan.

He leaves to celebrate his life and mourn his passing four (4) daughters who loved, adored, and admired him dearly: Helena LaDell Fowler, Georgia Diane Burris, Kathy Arlene McGuire (Mike), and Brenda Joyce Featherly (Tim). Eleven (11) grandchildren: Ira Fowler (Petrina), Chuck Fowler (Amy), Amber Foster (Tony), Katie Gerace (Robert), Holly Rhodes, Amanda Tucker (Jeremy), Keith McGuire (Amiee), Jackie McGuire (Sarah), and Jeremy McGuire. Courtney Smith (Nick), Timmy Featherly (Jenny), and Twenty-six (26) great grandchildren: Andrew Fowler, Abby Fowler, Kaelyn Laws (BJ), Tyler Foster, Corey Foster, Nicholas Alexander (Eunice), Jazzmine Gerace, Kiersten Gerace, Christopher Woods, Matthew Hagan, Morgan Rankins, McKenzie Rankins, Madilynne Rhodes-Tucker, Hannah Tucker, Brook Tucker, Reese McGuire, Coty McGuire, Mason McGuire, Makenna McGuire, Colt McGuire, Raegan Smith, Tanner Smith, Hunter Featherly, Caleigh Featherly, Bailey Wilson, Brynlee Featherly. Two (2) great-great grandchildren: Izabella and Dean. He is survived by sister-in-law's Viola Sexton, Marcina Wilkinson, Mary Ann Goodwin, Molly Thomas, and one brother-in-law (who is his late wife’s twin brother), Ira Thomas, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Visitation will be held Saturday, November 14 from 1:30-2:30PM at Forest Park East Funeral Home located at 21620 Gulf Freeway Webster, TX 77598. A Celebration of George’s life will begin at 2:30PM with Pastor Dr. R.L. Calhoun officiating. Immediately following he will be laid to rest at Forest Park East Cemetery.

Honored to serve, as pallbearers are Ira Fowler, Chuck Fowler, Keith McGuire, Timmy (Bubba) Featherly, Tony Foster, Nicholas Alexander, Christopher Woods, and Jeremy Tucker. Honorary Pallbearers: Jackie McGuire, Mason McGuire, Jeremy McGuire, Robert Gerace, and Nick Smith Junior Honorary Pallbearers: Tanner Smith, Hunter Featherly, and Colt McGuire.

Our Father is and was a Very Blessed Man...His Gran-daughters: Amber Foster, Katie Gerace, Amanda Tucker and Holly Rhodes were truly heaven sent. His very own Angels, at his side, to pamper, comfort, love and care for him in his final hours. There are no words to express the gratitude owed to each of you. Thank you and we love each and every one of you!

Also, a very special “Thank you" to Hospice of East Texas” and his nurse Mike.