JAY – Kermit Wesley Bryant, 83 of Jay, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 26, 1940, the son of the late Lauriston and Arlene (Tweedie) Bryant.
Kermit married Paulette Stanley and together for 60 years they made a home together, raising their children in Jay. He worked for the International Paper for over 38 years as a papermaker. When Kermit wasn’t working, he found great enjoyment in racing Homer Pigeon’s with Central Maine Pigeon Flyers for over 60 years. He was a kind and gentle man with a dry wit about him. A man of many talents and master of all. He was a devoted husband and family man and will be missed terribly.
He is survived by his wife Paulette and their daughters, Vickie Heath (Greg) and Judi Noll (Tim), his brother, Clarence Bryant, special nephews, Peter Bryant and Mike Roy, 7 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his daughter, Ginger Marie and his brothers, Robert, Lawrence, and Donald.
Family and friends are invited to leave words of remembrance in Kermit’s Book of Memories at www.wilesrc.com. Interment will take place in the Spring at Lakeview Cemetery, Wilton. Honored to be caring for the family of Kermit W. Bryant is Wiles Remembrance Center – Jay.
So very saddened to learn of Kermit’s passing. A good man who will certainly be missed by many! Our sincere condolences to his family and friends. May tears of grief soon be replaced by smiles of remembrance!
Our deepest condolences to Paulette and family. Always an enjoyable visit with Kermit when we went to get Pigeon grain. He will be missed.
The best comment I can make is, Kermit was my friend.
So so sorry to hear of Kermit’s passing. While I did not know him, he was always ready with a wave while I was on my way to Paulette to drop off clothes to be altered. So condolences to you Paulette and to your family. Prayers and thoughts with you all.
Sincerely, Mary-Sue Hayden