Doris was born March 10, 1931, in Georgetown, Texas to Ruben and Ora Nord. Doris attended the University of Texas, Brackenridge School of Nursing. She was employed at St. David’s Hospital until she married the love of her life, Norman Bryant on May 20, 1950. Doris and Norman raised seven children in their Austin, Texas home.
As their children grew and started attending school, Doris started a licensed daycare for infants, preschool, and after-school children in her home. She cared for dozens of children for thirty years and loved them as if they were her own. All the children called her, “Na-Na”. Many of the children’s parent became her friends.
In addition to raising dozens of children, Doris enjoyed a prolific hobby of flower arranging and crafts, including going into business with her Godchild, Nancy. After Norman’s passing in 2015, she enjoyed working in her flower garden.
Doris is survived by seven children: Kathy Dozier of Austin, TX; Jim Bob Bryant (Barbara) of Hye, TX; Elizabeth Speights (Mark) of Pflugerville, TX, Jerry Bryant (Cindy) of Fairmont, GA, Larry Bryant of Round Rock, TX, Judy Winkler of Temple, TX and Brad Bryant (Denise) of Smithville, TX, and her Godchild Nancy Johnson (Eric) of Colorado. She is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Doris was preceded in death by Norman, her siblings, granddaughter Angela, two Godchildren, and two sons-in-law.
The family wishes to thank Brad and Denise, Jim Bob & Barbara, Jerry and Cindy, and Kim for the loving care of our mother.
Memorials may be made to the organization of your choice.
A visitation for Doris will be held Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home, 14501 North Ih-35, Pflugerville, TX 78660, followed by a funeral service at 2 PM. Services will conclude in burial at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Cemetery.
