William Michael Bryant

William M. Bryant, "Mike" born December 29, 1948 died June 10, 2022 at Kettering Hospital surrounded by his family. Mike is survived by his loving and devoted sister, Stella Stephens(Rocky), sister-in-law, Sharon Bryant, daughter, Sarah Carson(Jason), son Joseph Bryant(Darcie), grandchildren Madilyn Carson, Cassidy, Joseph Jr. and Hayden Bryant along with many nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his mother Edith, father William, sister Shirley and brothers John and Tom.
Mike was very proud of member of Boy Scouts of America Pack 169. Mike was a graduate of Kiser High School class of 1967 and earned his Associate of Science degree from Sinclair Community College. He worked his entire career at American Lubricants as a salesman. Mike was also a member of the O.K.I. Bluegrass Association, enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with family and friends.
Mike had many adventures in his life including going to Woodstock, traveling around the country with his close friends Richard, Marty, Pete, Joe and Roder. Many of Mike's adventures didn't have a good plan, but always worked out leaving him a great story. He enjoyed writing short stories as well as poems. A favorite pastime was going with Joe to multiple amusement parks around the country with his favorite ride being The Beast at Kings Island. As Mike welcomed grandchildren into his life he created poems about them, some of which are hung up in their homes.
In true Mike fashion, his life began as an adventure and has ended leaving all who knew him with a great story or two. Thank you to all who have been a part Mike and his family's lives. Your love and support is greatly appreciated.
The family will receive visitors from 5 to 7 pm on Thursday June 16th at Newcomer Funeral Home (3800 Dayton Xenia Rd). A brief funeral service will take place at Newcomer Funeral Home (3800 Dayton Xenia Rd) at 10:30am on Friday June 17th with burial to follow at Woodland Cemetery in Dayton. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Diabetes Association (https://www.diabetes.org/ways-to-give) in memory of Mike and his kind and giving heart.