Kelly Bryson Bryant

Kelly Jeanne Bryson Bryant passed from this life surrounded by her loved ones on April 16, 2013. She was born in Phoenix on July 29, 1966 to Bernard Bryson and Janice Ryan Bryson. Kelly was proud of her many pioneer ancestors who helped settle Arizona Territory. She became a 4-H Leader at the age of 16 while still a member herself and was honored for her leadership in 4-H. A lover of horses and rodeos, Kelly announced team ropings around the state and was a co-founder of the Liberty Mounted Sheriff's Posse. Employed by the Phoenix Union High School District; Kelly was a Senior Office Assistant at Betty Fairfax High School in Laveen. She was committed to her family and to her work with youth; always serving with excellence and integrity. Kelly is survived by her husband Bruce Bryant, Buckeye, son Colten Butler, daughter Austin LaRae Butler, brother Ryan Bryson (Karimy), nephew Walter, nieces Ximena and Layla Kelly in addition to her parents. Stepdaughter Andi (Scott) McMillan, stepson Scott Bryant, grandchildren Chance, Justin and Tatum, Noelani Zywickie whom she considered a daughter and many other relatives and friends whom she dearly loved. A celebration of Kelly's life will be held on Monday, April 22, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the Buckeye Equestrian Center, 10300 S. Miller Road, Buckeye.