Shirley Bryant Obituary Shirley Simmons Bryant April 7, 1929 - May 25, 2023 Boykins - Shirley Simmons Bryant, 94, passed away May 25, 2023, in her home. Born in Capron, VA on April 7, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Howard Clyde Simmons and Beatrice Davis Simmons. She was predeceased by her husband of 49 years, George Oliver Bryant, and a brother, Howard Clyde Simmons, Jr. Shirley grew up on Davis Lane in Branchville, VA, along with many aunts, uncles and cousins who gathered most Sundays for fellowship and lunch after church. A graduate of Boykins High School, Shirley went on to attend Madison College for 2 years and graduated from Longwood College with a teacher s degree. Her teaching career included Holland, Drewryville, and Southampton High School and as a substitute teacher at Southampton Academy. She was a social worker in Southampton County for many years where she enjoyed helping people in the community. Shirley was a member of Boykins Baptist Church for over 50 years where she was active and taught Sunday School. She especially loved people and always enjoyed a good conversation. She liked to entertain, refinish furniture and was an excellent seamstress. Left to cherish her memory are her son, Franklin Simmons Bryant and his wife Theresa; her daughter, Olivia Claud and her husband John; a special granddaughter, Logan Olivia Bryant; Theresa s daughter, Lisa Chilcote; John s son, Scott Claud; seven great grandchildren; a special niece, Charlotte Gupton; and a forever friend, Sarah Rock Grizzard. A Memorial Service will be held at 11AM Wednesday, May 31, 2023 in Boykins Baptist Church with Pastor Brooks Gale officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Boykins Baptist Church, Boykins Volunteer Fire Dept & Rescue Squad, or Southampton Academy. The family wishes to thank Shirley s caregivers for their wonderful care and devotion to her well-being, Audrey Wilkerson, Phyllis Walker, Kathie Tyler, Eileen Everett, Judie Boone, Florence Tann, Edna Worrell, and Dinah McCullough, along with a special thanks to her PA, Becky Babb. Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home - Boykins on May 27, 2023. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/Shirley-Bryant 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/shirley-bryant-obituary?id=52051818 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Shirley Simmons Bryant, 94, passed away on 25 May 2023. Born on 7 April 1929 in Capron, VA, she was a teacher and social worker. Shirley was predeceased by her husband George and is survived by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services A Memorial Service was held at 11AM on 31 May 2023 in Boykins Baptist Church with Pastor Brooks Gale officiating. Memorial donations could be made to Boykins Baptist Church, Boykins Volunteer Fire Dept & Rescue Squad, or Southampton Academy. ### The Edited Obituary Shirley Bryant Obituary Shirley Simmons Bryant 7 April 1929 - 25 May 2023 Boykins - Shirley Simmons Bryant, 94, passed away 25 May 2023, in her home. Born in Capron, VA on 7 April 1929, she was the daughter of the late Howard Clyde Simmons and Beatrice Davis Simmons. She was predeceased by her husband of 49 years, George Oliver Bryant, and a brother, Howard Clyde Simmons, Jr. Shirley grew up on Davis Lane in Branchville, VA, along with many aunts, uncles and cousins who gathered most Sundays for fellowship and lunch after church. A graduate of Boykins High School, Shirley went on to attend Madison College for 2 years and graduated from Longwood College with a teacher's degree. Her teaching career included Holland, Drewryville, and Southampton High School and as a substitute teacher at Southampton Academy. She was a social worker in Southampton County for many years where she enjoyed helping people in the community. Shirley was a member of Boykins Baptist Church for over 50 years where she was active and taught Sunday School. She especially loved people and always enjoyed a good conversation. She liked to entertain, refinish furniture and was an excellent seamstress. Left to cherish her memory are her son, Franklin Simmons Bryant and his wife Theresa; her daughter, Olivia Claud and her husband John; a special granddaughter, Logan Olivia Bryant; Theresa's daughter, Lisa Chilcote; John's son, Scott Claud; seven great grandchildren; a special niece, Charlotte Gupton; and a forever friend, Sarah Rock Grizzard. A Memorial Service will be held at 11AM Wednesday, 31 May 2023 in Boykins Baptist Church with Pastor Brooks Gale officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Boykins Baptist Church, Boykins Volunteer Fire Dept & Rescue Squad, or Southampton Academy. The family wishes to thank Shirley's caregivers for their wonderful care and devotion to her well-being, Audrey Wilkerson, Phyllis Walker, Kathie Tyler, Eileen Everett, Judie Boone, Florence Tann, Edna Worrell, and Dinah McCullough, along with a special thanks to her PA, Becky Babb. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Shirley Simmons Bryant | |---------|--------------------------| | Age | 94 | | Birth | 7 April 1929; Capron, VA | | Death | 25 May 2023; Boykins, VA | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |----------------------------|----------------------|-------------| | Shirley Simmons Bryant | Decedent | Boykins, VA | | George Oliver Bryant | Predeceased Spouse | -- | | Howard Clyde Simmons | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Beatrice Davis Simmons | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Howard Clyde Simmons, Jr. | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | Franklin Simmons Bryant | Child | Unknown | | Olivia Claud | Child | Unknown | | Logan Olivia Bryant | Grandchild | Unknown | | Charlotte Gupton | Niece | Unknown | | Sarah Rock Grizzard | Friend | Unknown | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Shirley grew up on Davis Lane in Branchville, VA. 2. She graduated from Boykins High School. 3. She attended Madison College for 2 years. 4. She graduated from Longwood College with a teacher's degree. 5. Her teaching career included Holland, Drewryville, and Southampton High School. 6. She was a substitute teacher at Southampton Academy. 7. She worked as a social worker in Southampton County for many years. 8. Shirley was a member of Boykins Baptist Church for over 50 years. 9. She taught Sunday School at Boykins Baptist Church. 10. She enjoyed entertaining, refinishing furniture, and was an excellent seamstress. ### Publication Details | Place | Name | Date | |---------|------------|--------- | | Unknown | Legacy.com | 27 May 2023 |