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Remembering Beverly Anne Bryan (Stroud)

2-13-1934 to 2-16-2017 The love of my life died today. In our 65 years of marriage, we raised three wonderful sons together. We argued and fought, laughed and cried over silly things. We will miss her wisdom and wit, compassion and love. We endured life and our love for her will last. Sleep well my love. I will never leave you, Greg. Beverly was the oldest daughter of Margaret and Oscar Stroud (both deceased) of Charlevoix, MI. She graduated in the Charlevoix High Class of 1951 and married her classmate and high school sweetheart, Greg Bryan, on April 5, 1952. Beverly is survived by her husband, Gregory; three sons, Greg (Brenda) Bryan, Geoffrey L. Bryan, Gordon (Linda) Bryan; grandchildren and their significant others, Spencer (Katie Colvin) Bryan, Weston Bryan, Curt (Ashley) Bryan, Katlyn (Marcus) Bryan-Ribant; great-grandchildren, Ilah Bryan, Monroe Bryan, Braylen Phillips; sister, Linda (Richard) Berglund; brother-in-law, Richard (Nola) Bryan; sister-in-law, Bonita Strong; nieces and nephews and their significant others, Richard (Rachel) Berglund, Jennifer Berglund, Bernie (Barbara) Bryan, Ken (Karen) Bryan, Todd (Victoria) Bryan, Lance (Colleen) Bryan, Gretchen Walters, and Katrina Jeffreys. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, April 5, Beverly and Greg’s 65th wedding anniversary, at 11:00 am at Grandville United Methodist Church, 3140 Wilson Avenue SW, Grandville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wyoming Senior Center, Wyoming Public Library, City of Wyoming Tree Commission, Humane Society of West Michigan, or any animal rescue of your choice.

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April 30, 2017 5:23am

So sorry for your loss Mr. Bryan. I have many fond memories of Mrs. Bryan as a neighbor kid spending time with your family. She let us kids get away with a lot!

— Dave Wolf

April 02, 2017 7:27pm

soo sorry

— Rick & Carla(Anderson)Hallas

April 01, 2017 2:17pm

One memory I have of Beverly (which is the first time I haven't called her Mrs Bryan) is when she was playing some 1970's version of trivial pursuit with Greg and a couple of adult friends at their dining room table. The question was what is Andre Previns wife's name. I was passing through the house and said Dory. Beverly said " How do you know that?" I said "I don't know I just do". Truth is I don't know, I probably just read the names at some time and assumed they were related. But she always viewed me with a little suspicion after that. I thought she was great. Classy and smart. Gordy and I used to hang out a lot then. I don't know why that sticks out in my memory but I can see it like it was yesterday. I was barely a teenager, Greg and Beverly were in their 30's, everyone was young and life was good. This also makes me think of when Greg was our boy scout leader. I hope he knows what an impact he made on our young lives and considers that time well spent.

— Jay Robinson

March 27, 2017 6:00pm

The heavens are brighter with another angel. Our hearts are darkened at our loss. Somewhere, there is a place in the middle where we find peace and the love of God that helps us go on. One fine day, we all will be together again with our loved ones who have gone on before us. Until that day, keep the faith and know that she is not gone, just away from you for a little while.

— Denise Wright Dupras

March 27, 2017 6:21am

My sympathy to the Byron family. May wonderful memories of Beverly help to sustain you all during this difficult time.

— Judy Fetterhoff

March 01, 2017 9:13am

Dear Bryan family, please except my deepest condolences for the loss of your dear loved one Beverly. May Jehovah, the God of all comfort, (2Corintians 1:3,4) comfort you in your time of need. His word assures us at Isaiah 33:24 that one day there will be no more sickness and at Isaiah 25:8 and Revelation 21:4, that one day death will be no more. At John 5:28,29, Jesus himself said that there will be a resurrection of those loss in death. And Psalms 37:29 guarantees that they will live again on a cleansed earth. Please read the cited scriptures so as to be encouraged and if you would like to learn more, please visit jw.org. My prayers are with you.

— Delcena Pryor

February 22, 2017 11:16pm

Our sympathies go out to Greg and all the family. We wish peace and comfort to all.

— Mike and Kay Poggenburg

February 20, 2017 7:15am

So sorry to hear about this, Gregg. May she rest in peace.

— Ed Spaans

February 20, 2017 2:30am

I am sorry to hear about your wife's/mother's passing. God's peace be with you all.

— Sandra Tisdale--MAAP

February 18, 2017 3:58pm

Mrs. Bryan was a very special Person to me. {remember the doll clothe she knitted for my Barbie and a spanking or two. But all that only made me love her more. I will remember her laughter and her smile. Rest now Mrs. Bryan

— Ronda Pride

February 18, 2017 10:33am

We pray you would receive peace and comfort during this difficult time.

— Barbara and Bernie Bryan

February 18, 2017 5:52am

To her family and Greg we are sorry for your loss. Bev, we will miss your friendship and sense of humor. You were always cheerful and fun. Lucy misses you, too. -Jacques and Linda Dumont

— Jacques and Linda Dumont

February 17, 2017 4:03pm

Any Women who put(s) up with a Bryan boy is an amazing women. I can only remember her as a happy person. RIP Aunt Bev.

— Ken Bryan

February 17, 2017 4:02pm

Prayers the memories you have of her will bring you peace. I found her to be a special person. Warm regards for everyone who loved her and prayers of comfort

— Connie Pride Kadwell

February 17, 2017 2:44pm

So sorry for your loss. I am proud to consider you as a part of our extended neighborhood. Youwill be missed.

— Phil Pakiela

February 17, 2017 1:40pm

She was an intelligent woman with a great sense of humor. Rest in peace, Bev, we will look after Greg until you are together again.

— Bonita Strong

February 17, 2017 1:19pm

A beautiful tribute to a wonderful lady.

— Gretchen Walters

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