William Charles Bryant

William Charles Bryant, 74, went to his heavenly home on July 31, 2018 after a valiant battle with bladder cancer. His devotion to his family and his unshakeable faith in Jesus Christ supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him real peace. Charles was born to the late Pascal and Adean Bryant in Millport, AL on September 1, 1943. He graduated Millport High School in 1961. He went on to serve in the US Navy during the Vietnam conflict. Afterwards, he worked 36 years for the US Postal Service. After retirement from the Postal Service, he worked nearly 15 years at Alabama Credit Union. Charles was a founding member of Sovereign Grace Baptist Church in Northport. He was a faithful volunteer for the church anytime he was needed. He was a long time song leader and Sunday School teacher. Charles married Nadine (Lowery) Bryant on April 20, 1963. They enjoyed 55 wonderful years. One son, Todd, was born to them.

Charles is survived by his wife, Nadine; one son, Todd (Wendy); two grandchildren, Wesley and Caleb; one great-grandchild, Mason; three sisters, Josie Moore (Melvin), Willadean Springer (Harold), and Patsy Cook (Dale); and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pascal and Adean Bryant.

Funeral services will be at Nelson Funeral Home in Fayette, AL on Saturday, August 4, 2018. Visitation will be from 12:00 to 2:00 followed by the funeral service at 2:00. Elder Brian Farley and Elder Jacob West will be officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Olive Baptist Church cemetery in Millport, AL. There will be no graveside services.

Honorary pallbearers are: Members of Sovereign Grace Baptist Church, Employees of USPS, and Employees of Alabama Credit Union.

Active pallbearers will be: Mark Bryant, Danleigh Bryant, Burl Parker, Wayne Parker, Lance Pettus, Tim Bowman, Bill Hurter, Paul Brown, Jr., Frank Craig, Heath Aldridge, and Chris Kizziah.

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