Ira Wayne Bryant Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on January 12, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Ira Wayne Bryant of Lakeland, Florida, born in Wauchula, Florida. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ira Wayne Bryant to show support.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Ira leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Ira may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Blaine Garrard Bryant and Elvia Lucille Williams. He is survived by: his wife Patricia "Patti" A. Bryant of Hope Mills; his children, Major Ira W. Bryant Jr., Dina L. Brooks (Shane) of Hernando, Florida, Kimberly A. Bryant of Kapaa, Hawaii and Mira R. Kuni (Mike) of Helena, Montana; his adoptive son Shane L. Bryant of Sheridan, Wyoming; his daughter Heather Wild of Anchorage, Alaska; and his stepchildren, Wendy Stewart (Steve) of Murphy, Kristi Smith (James) of Hope Mills and Eddy Edwards (Cyndi) of Savannah, Texas.. He is also survived by many grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.