of Mountain View, AR
November 21, 1945 - September 28, 2025
Charles Bryant, 79, of Mountain View, AR formerly of Canyon, TX passed away on September 28, 2025 at UAMS in Little Rock, AR. Charles was born on November 21, 1945 in Grand Saline, TX to the late Esker Reginald and Nina Lee (Whitus) Bryant. Charles attended school in both Alba, TX and Grand Saline, TX. Charles was a hard worker which is evidenced by his work history; he worked for Hughes Tool Company in Dallas, TX, Morton Salt Company in Grand Saline, TX while also sweet potato farming in East TX and selling vegetables at the Dallas Market, he worked for Western Commercial Transport in Grand Saline, TX, a self-employed contractor to SW Bell Telephone, and was an owner/operator for UPT Trucking. Charles finally decided to fully retire and he and Carolyn embraced the full time RV Life in 2013.
Charles and Carolyn were married on October 23, 1964 and both of them loved to travel. They enjoyed jeep trailing in Colorado, traveling to Yellowstone, Mt. Rushmore, Nashville, and lots of stops in between in the many different campers and RV's they owned. They had several full time RV stops to Yuma, AZ, Aransas Pass, TX, and their favorite, Mountain View, AR where they became full-time residents in 2023. He was so happy to have finally enjoyed the tandem axle bus he'd always dreamed about. Charles loved fishing anywhere and everywhere and would usually change caps in between outings so he could double his limit. Traveling kept them busy, but they never missed more than a few ball games over many years watching Zane and Zoey play baseball and volleyball all the way through college; in addition to ball games, they attended many band and orchestra concerts of Emily, Ethan, and Lizzie. They were extremely proud to have attended all five grandkids' college graduations and even two Master's graduations. Charles' family was the light of his life, and he would talk about his kids and grandkids to anyone he met.
Charles and Carolyn were members of Crossroads Country Church in Amarillo, TX and most recently attended First Baptist Church in Mountain View, AR. He was also a faithful attendee of the Senior Center and nightly folk music entertainment in Mountain View.
Charles leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife of 60 years Carolyn Sue (Lovvorn) Bryant; son Tim Bryant and wife Deyonna of Cedar Hill, TX, and daughter, Carrah Sparks and husband, Bryan of Fort Worth, TX; grandchildren, Emily Waters and husband Brennan, Ethan Bryant, Elizabeth Trook and husband Wesley, Zane Sparks and wife Hannah, and Zoey Sparks and boyfriend Kole; great-grandchildren, Elliot ''Leo'' Waters and expectant, Charles ''Charlie'' Trook; sister, Shirley Clark and husband Danny of Gladewater, TX; double cousin, Kay Barber and husband Gary of Grand Saline, TX; special cousin, Duane Henson and wife Peggy, and sister-in-law, Shirley ''Tommie'' and husband Buford Davis; along with many extended family and friends.
Visitation is Wednesday, October 1, 2025 from 4:30 PM �" 6:00 PM at Roller Crouch Chapel in Mountain View, AR. Funeral services are Thursday, October 2, 2025, 2:00PM at Roller Crouch Chapel in Mountain View, AR with Brothers Larry Cross, Nick Valls, and Doug Honeycutt officiating.
A graveside service will take place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, 11:00AM at Haven of Memories Memorial Park in Canton, TX where Charles will be laid to rest.
Pallbearers are Ethan Bryant, Zane Sparks, Brennan Waters, Wesley Trook, and Kole Hedemann.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Charles' name to Mountain View Senior Center, 210 School Avenue, Mountain View, AR 72560.
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13 Condolence(s)
Mel Jones
Saturday, October 4, 2025
So sad to read of Charles's death. It was a great pleasure to know him and Carolyn and attend church with them. The world lost a great man and father but God gained a faithful servant.
Bobby and Jody Day
Saturday, October 4, 2025
So sorry for your loss Carolyn.
Shad Sullivan
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Shocked by the sudden loss of Charles! What a fantastic example of a family leader. Love the Bryant family with all my heart… still some of the best friends I've ever had.
Cathy Jones
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Sweet Friends, you are all in our prayers as you remember wonderful memories of this special man we all loved!! Charles was a special friend to everyone he met! We will forever remember wonderful times with him & his much loved family. I will never forget his wonderful, contagious laugh and the way he made Carolyn's eyes light up. Prayers for your precious family as they remember you. Until we see you again, Charles!!
Sharon Rolirad
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Heartfelt love and sympathy to Carolyn Sue and family. Butch was special and I was glad to have known him.
Jay and Fonda Hess
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Carolyn, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Your lives together holds lots of wonderful memories. Treasure them as they will live on forever.
Carol Hendrick
Thursday, October 2, 2025
So sorry for your loss of Charles after 60 years of marriage. I have always admired you both for your devotion to each other and to the Lord. May you find peace during your grief.
Nancy Hare
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember someone so dear to you Carolyn and his family. Thoughts and many prayers to you all!
Keith and Jan Keeling
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Our hearts are so saddened when we heard of Charles passing. He was so much fun to be around and all of our time together was always so much fun. Just know her holds a very special place in our hearts. We have missed you both since you have moved. You have a wonderful family to help you enjoy all of the memories you have made with Charles. We love you!! Keith and Jan
Tommy and Linda Winn
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Our sincere sympathy
Leslie Joslin
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Carolyn, I'm so very sorry to hear of Charles passing and home going. He and Woody are visiting and reminiscing I'm sure. Woody and I bought Wylie and Odessa's house 30 years ago. I remember Woody telling me you and Charles were married in this house. Sweet memories. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Brends Lewis
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Im so very sorry for ypur loss. I enjoyed sharing our Sunday School class and visiting with you.
Shirley Myers
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Carolyn, you're in my thoughts and prayers. Prayers for God's peace and comfort for you and your family during this difficult time. Love you my sweet friend.
God Bless you!
Shirley Myers