James W. Bryan
April 15, 1932 ~ November 11, 2019
James Wesley Bryan, 87, of New Cumberland, passed away Monday, November 11, 2019 at his home. He was born April 15, 1932 in East Liverpool, OH, a son of the late John S. and Sylvia DeBee Bryan, Sr. He was also preceded in death by his son Scott Bryan in 2002, brothers George and John S. Bryan, Jr. and sister Sarah Ramsey.
A 1951 graduate of Weir High School, James played on the 1949 State Championship football team. Following high school, he served 4 years in the United States Air Force.
In 1993, after 35 years of service, James retired from Weirton Steel, where he was a welder.
He was a member of the former Fairview Presbyterian Church, AF & AM Weirton Lodge 171, Osiris Shrine of Wheeling, V.F.W. 109 in New Cumberland and the Chester American Legion Post 121.
James loved to golf and would golf at area courses including Woodview and the former Pleasant Valley Country Club. He also enjoyed bowling in the WSX Leagues at Steel Valley Bowling Lanes.
Around his home, he will always be remembered for his green thumb and his garden.
He is survived by his wife Patricia Stephenson Bryan whom he met in high school and married April 23, 1958; sons J. W. (Amy) Bryan of New Cumberland and Jamie (Debbie) Bryan of Wheeling and grandchildren Tyler Bryan, Morgan Hoder, Corey Bryan and Catie Bryan and great granddaughter Bella Hoder.
Friends will be received Thursday 4-8 pm at Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV, where funeral services will be celebrated 11 am Friday. Reverend Greg Mead will officiate. Interment will follow in New Cumberland Cemetery where military services will be conducted by the US Air Force and American Legion Honor Guard.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Shriners Hospital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point, Tampa, FL 33607 or St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105
Share tributes and memories at www.grecohertnick.com 304-748-3219.
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I will always remember his big smile. I enjoyed being his next door neighbor. Heartfelt prayers for his family.
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of James Wesley Bryan, give you peace, comfort and strength… Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers to the family of …. US Air Force Veteran, James Wesley Bryan, is “A True American Hero” God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
Patti, we are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers Joyce and Brad Clark
Sadden to hear of the passing of my childhood friend, WHS classmate and football teammate. My condolences and prayers go out to Patty and all family members. RIP #33. You will be missed but not forgotten.
I’m deeply sorry for your loss, I’m sorry I won’t be able to make it like I thought. all of you are in my prayers. Beth Hoffman
Dear J., Amy and family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. Sending prayers and our Deepest Sympathy. May you find peace in your memories. Lynn Hyder and Gareth