Now that Frances has gained her wings, she is re-united with her mother, Mrs. Jessie Hill Brooks, father, Mr. Oscar Brooks, and sister, Mrs. Linda A. Brooks Way and four other siblings that preceded her in death. This loving family was the cornerstone of the community best known for having one of the first black owned businesses in Brunswick and Glynn County.
Sister Frances L. Bryant, the daughter of the late Oscar Brooks and Jessie Hill Brooks, was born January 6, 1946 in Brunswick, Georgia. Reared by Christian parents, who believed in divine guidance and leadership, Frances accepted Christ as her personal savior at any early age and joined the First African Baptist Church in Brunswick, Georgia. She spent her entire life serving GOD, her church and mankind.
Frances was united in Holy Matrimony with the late Johnny P. Bryant, Jr. the son of the late Mr. Johnny Bryant Sr and Mrs. Pearlie Mae Bryant. To this union, one child, Gerald R. Bryant was born.
Frances, a unique, soft spoken individual, spread sunshine, joy and shared her effervescent personality all over. After matriculating through the Glynn County School System, she was a 1964 graduate of Risley High School and continued her education at Brunswick Junior College. She was employed for over 30 years with the Glynn County School System until her retirement in May of 2006.
With love and dedication, Frances served as a member of First African Baptist Sanctuary Choir, the Trustee Board and the Youth Department. Frances was also a member of Daughter of Elks – Ocean Breeze Temple #474. Frances will always be remembered for touching the lives of countless students in the Glynn County School System.
She leaves to rejoice in her memory, one son, Gerald R. Bryant of Jacksonville, Florida. One grand aunt, Mrs. Lizzie Hill of Boston, Georgia; one brother in law, William Way of Brunswick, Georgia; one niece in law, Veronica Anderson of Brunswick, Georgia; three god children, Michael Douglas (Consuela) of Atlanta, Georgia; Tanika Russell of Brunswick, Georgia and Lisa Mells Rogers, who preceded her in death; one god brother, Anthony Armstrong (Tammy) of Brunswick, Georgia; one god sister, Belinda Jackson (Marion) of Kissimmee, Florida; a special friend, Mr. Soloman Carter of Brunswick, Georgia; and two care givers, Melvin and Sarah Gay of Brunswick, Georgia and a host of compassionate cousins and friends.
We would be remiss if we did not mention her numerous extended family friends. Frances lived a full and radiant life, and we are honored to celebrate the impact she has created in our lives from the day she arrived to the day she departed. Therefore, we encourage you to do the same. She will forever be remembered in our hearts.
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