Jackie “Jack” Dean Bryant, age 78, went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, after courageously battling pancreatic cancer for six months. He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family.
Jack was born on March 8, 1947, in Erwin, Tennessee, to the late Clinton Bryant and Helen H. Bryant. He spent most of his life in the Salem Community of Morganton, North Carolina, leaving only to proudly serve his country in the United States Air Force. Jack retired from Hexion Chemical after approximately 30 years of dedicated service as a Chemical Reactor Operator.
A faithful member of Brookwood Baptist Church, Jack was deeply passionate about his faith and his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who will be remembered for his love, strength, and unwavering commitment to those he cherished.
He is survived by the love of his life, Hazel Curtis Bryant; his daughters, Kimberly Wiles (Tim) and Michelle “Mickie” Bryant; grandchildren, Kayla Albert (James), Jackie Wiles, and Zachary Wiles; and his great-granddaughter, Eloise Albert, lovingly known as “Little E.”
He is also survived by his siblings, Larry Bryant, Jerry Bryant (Judy), Susan Ingram, Greg Bryant (Tina), and Charles Bryant (Jessica); and his brother-in-law, Eric Billingsley.
In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his two angel grandchildren, Sunshine Wiles and James Bryant; his sister, Shirley Billingsley; his sister-in-law, Saunders Bryant; and his brother-in-law, David Ingram.
Funeral services will be held Friday, January 30, 2026, at Sossoman Funeral Home in Morganton, North Carolina.The family will receive friends beginning at 12:00 noon, with the funeral service following at 1:00 p.m.
Burial will take place at 2:00 p.m. at Burke Memorial Park Cemetery.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the love, support, and encouragement shown during this time, especially to: All family and friends, Brookwood Baptist Church, , Dr. David Abernathy and the staff at Morganton Internal Medicine, Dr. Erin Baker and the staff at Levine Cancer Center, Charlotte, NC, Dr. Wenimar Salvador and the staff at Valdese Cancer Center, and Salem First Responders and Burke County EMS.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Hazel and family. We are sorry to hear of Jackie's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Brenda White Cloninger and Jerry Cloninger
A gracious Man of God, who now resides with his Lord and Savior. My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to Hazel and the entire family.
Hazel and family, I’m so sorry about Jacks passing you and your family are in our prayers during this most difficult of times. Love Lori Matthews
Hazel and Family, you are in our prayers and thoughts now and days to follow. May God give you peace and comfort. Love you all.
I am so sorry for your loss. Kim, Michelle and your mom will be in our prayers
Hazel I am so sorry to hear about your husband Jackie passing. Please know you and your family are in my prayers and thoughts. May God surround you with his love and comfort in the coming days.
Hazel, Thinking of you and praying for you and your family.
Mr. Bryant was a kind man in life and will be missed by many.
Hazel and family, I am so sorry to hear of Jackie’s passing. May God wrap his arms around you and carry you through this loss. Maretta Hamrick
Prayers for peace and comfort to the family of Jackie Bryant. He and Hazel were such a "special couple". Their love for each other and their family was so obvious from years ago when I first met them...Massive love and kindness flowed from their hearts and spilled over to others that knew and loved them. Rest in peace, my friend...knowing you will be reunited with your loved ones in God's time. You left a legacy that will not be forgotten...