William “Kim” Bryant
William Kim Bryant, 65, of Orange, Texas, passed away on October 25, 2024.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, November 2, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Pastor Charles Miller. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 2:00 p.m., at First Baptist Church in Bridge City.
Born in Orange, Texas, on January 10, 1959, he was the son of William F. Bryant, Jr. and Mary (Hargrave) Bryant. Kim was a phenomenal athlete, playing sports his whole life. He was often known for his powerful throwing arm behind the plate, even playing in the Texas high school all-star game and becoming MVP of his McNeese University Baseball team. Kim attended Angelina College as well as McNeese University playing baseball and earning his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. He dedicated a part of his life to serving the community as a reserve for the Grand Prairie Police Department, but his true passion was working the aerospace world where he was a part of the B2 Stealth Bomber project. Beyond sports and his professional endeavors, Kim was a man of diverse interests and passions. He embraced the outdoors with enthusiasm, enjoying activities such as hunting, scuba diving, and spear fishing. Kim was also an avid motorcycle rider, relishing the freedom that came with the open road. Additionally, he had a knack for antiquing, often sharing treasured moments while exploring this hobby with his friend Bob. One of Kim's proudest accomplishments was navigating the exhilarating rapids in Washington, a testament to his adventurous spirit. He also obtained his pilot’s license during this period, marking another significant achievement in a life rich with experiences and challenges. Kim's legacy of service and his vibrant spirit will remain in the hearts of all who knew him, reflecting a life well-lived and a journey that inspired many.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Mary Bryant; and his nephew, Tryson Bryant.
Those left to cherish his memory include his siblings, Billy Bryant, Sherry Mulhollan and husband Bryan, and Matt Bryant and wife Melissa; nieces and nephews, Mandi Jackson, Dylan Mulhollan and wife Maddy, Tre Bryant, Triton Bryant, and Isabella Bryant; and great-nephews, Aidyn Mulhollan, Carter Mulhollan, Jaylyn Mulhollan, and Atticus Bryant Mulhollan; along with his furry companion that was like a child to him, Duke.
Serving as pallbearers will be Matt Bryant, Tre Bryant, Billy Bryant, Paul Bryant, Ricky Miguez, and Bryan Mulhollan.