John Delbert Bryant

John "Skip" Bryant, 66 years old, of Muskegon passed away peacefully in his home on the evening of Sunday, April 10th, 2022 of lung cancer while holding the hands of his eldest daughter, Laura Vitale and ex-wife, Carlene Bryant. In the days leading up to his death, Skip was constantly surrounded by his closest family and friends as he fought his illness for more time with those he loved most. Skip was born at Hackley Hospital in Muskegon on December 29, 1955, the youngest of five children for parents John Bryant (senior) and Gladys (Woodrum) Bryant (both deceased). Skip is survived by his siblings: Fred (Sharon) Bryant, Marjorie (Jerry) Renouf, Patrick (Hidemi) Bryant, and Ed Bryant; daughters: Laura (Colin) Vitale, Karen (Nick) Davis, and Hayley (Tim Wolffis) Bryant; grandchildren: Jacob Bryant, Jade Bryant, Miabella Vitale, Kohen Davis, Grayde Davis, Bryant Wolffis, Viana Vitale, and Brexton Wolffis; and ex-wife and close friend of 56 years, Carlene Bryant. Skip was a good friend to many, always quick to volunteer to help the people he cared for in whatever way he could. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, the love of these sports having been passed down from his grandpa Gus Woodrum and uncle Imre Bryant. Racing was another sport Skip enjoyed, and he spent many summers with his friends working on Karl Juusola's race car. Skip also liked to travel and show his daughters the country, taking them to nearly all the states in the US and parts of Canada. He liked to travel off the beaten path and could never turn down an adventure, often telling his girls "don't tell your mother" as he took them exploring caves and trails, diving off boats in the middle of lakes, and driving before they were licensed. Ultimately, Skip lived a full life on his own terms. Stubborn and determined, he liked to test all boundaries and blow apart hurdles, molding his own world. He will be greatly missed, always loved and never forgotten. A memorial service is being held to celebrate his life on Wednesday, April 13th, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Community of Christ Church, 2671 Ducey Ave, Muskegon. Memorial contributions to the family to help defray final expenses would be appreciated. Service Community Christ 2671 Ducey Ave Muskegon, MI, United States 49442 Memorial contributions to the family to help defray final expenses would be appreciated. 2:00 PM