4/6/1971 – 3/27/2018
Jody was born April 6, 1971 to George Bryant ,Jr and Lillie Bryant. He was preceded in death by his father George Bryant, Jr and survived by his mother Lillie Bryant, his son Jody Bryant, II (Patrice Garrett), brother George (Renee), sisters Kim and Pam, nieces; Keisha Lewis, Erika Chandler, and Cheyenne Bryant, nephews; Chaz Lewis (Chastity) and George Bryant, IV, great niece Eri’ Elle Chandler, aunt Mollie Bryant, and a host of other loved ones and friends.
Jody displayed his leadership skills early in life at the University of Nebraska Omaha he and some of his closest friends created and incorporated their own fraternity, Phi Psi Nu. Jody served his country in the United States Army.
After his service he dedicated his life to being a good father and mentor to young boys. He coached many of them in basketball where he won championships, created bonds, and taught lessons they will carry with them in all their life’s endeavors. Jody loved to go fishing with his Dad, play golf and Tonk with friends, and cooking was according to him “his therapy.” Most of all he spent his time teaching his son the game of basketball.
Jody lived his life to the fullest and loved his family. He never missed a family reunion, picnic, or family gathering at his Dad’s house.
Visitation: Sunday 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska.
Funeral Service: Monday 11:00 a.m. also at the mortuary.
Interment: Monday 2:00 p.m. at Omaha National Cemetery.
