Bryant Issaiah Besteda

A visitation will be held at C. P. Bannon Mortuary, 6800 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94621, US, on June 18, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

A Celebration of Life will be held at C. P. Bannon Mortuary, 6800 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94621, US, on June 19, 2026, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Certainly. Here's an original funeral poem honoring a man whose life was dedicated to his family, his students, and his community.

## **A Legacy That Lives On**

A life of purpose, a heart so true,

He gave his best in all he'd do.

A coach, a mentor, a guiding light,

Teaching others to reach new heights.

On fields of play and classroom halls,

He answered every noble call.

With wisdom shared and patience shown,

He helped young hearts and minds to grow.

In Oakland's neighborhoods and schools,

He led by character, not by rules.

His quiet strength and steady hand

Inspired the lives of those who'd stand.

His greatest victories were not the score,

But opening hope through every door.

Encouraging dreams, building trust,

Leading with kindness, fairness, and love.

Above all else, his family knew

The depth of a father's love so true.

His children were his greatest pride,

Their hopes and joys were by his side.

Respected, admired, and deeply loved,

His influence reaches far above.

For every life he helped to shape

Has become a part of his lasting legacy.

Though we grieve his earthly goodbye,

His lessons never fade or die.

His spirit lives in every heart

He strengthened, encouraged, and helped to start.

A life well lived, a race well run,

A faithful servant's work is done.

Forever remembered, forever admired,

His legacy of love will never retire.

May this poem remind all who knew him that the true measure of a life is found not only in accomplishments, but in the countless lives uplifted through compassion, leadership, and love.