
of Madison, MS
March 28, 1946 - November 13, 2025
James Otis "Buddy" Bryant, 79, of Byram, Mississippi passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at St. Dominic's Hospital. He was born on March 28, 1946 to Douglas E. Bryant, Sr. and Ruby Neil Bryant of Keo, Arkansas.
Buddy was preceded in death by his parents, Doug and Ruby Bryant; his sister, Syble Standridge and brother in-law, Lloyd Standridge; as well as his brothers, Doug Bryant, Jr. and Edgar "Butch" Bryant.
He is survived by his daughter and son in-law, Charlotte and Keith Hollis; his grandchildren, Will Hollis, Hannah Hollis, Rachel Haley (Reese) and Jacob Hollis; his sisters, Mary Welch and Frances McElyea; his brothers, Larry Bryant (Shirley), Roger "RD" Bryant and Jon Bryant; his sisters-in-law, Pat Bryant and Carmen Bryant and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Buddy had a lifelong passion for the outdoors, particularly hunting and fishing. His love for nature was matched only by his love for his grandchildren, who were always close to his heart.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Roller-England Funeral Home, followed by a graveside service at 11:30 AM at Keo Cemetery in Keo, Arkansas.

You will be missed very much, I don't think I have a childhood memory that you were not a part of. I love you uncle Buddy. May you rest in peace now. I know I will see you on the other side. Thanks for being a great uncle!