In Loving Memory of Buzzy Bryant

By Tammy Hobbs

One of my co-workers called me on Tuesday, December 26, 2017, to tell me that Buzzy Bryant had passed away on Christmas Day. That was a very hard pill to swallow. I felt like I was dreaming. I vaguely remember saying “What!?!”

I could never imagine losing someone who’d had so much life, so much love, and so much compassion for everyone. He was a very caring person, and would do anything for anybody. He would even give the shirt off of his back. Buzzy had a heart of gold! He would go broke, giving you his last dollar to make sure that you were able to eat a meal.

I worked with Buzzy for over three years. When I first started selling the paper, he would tell me to think about how much money I wanted to make that day, how many papers I needed to sell, and then he would tell me to never sell the paper without a smile on my face. He would say to me, “Always be positive! Put a big smile on your face and have faith when you’re selling the Chronicle.”

I’m feeling so emotional right now, but I want everyone to know how good a man and what a great friend Buzzy was. I want everyone to know that he will truly be missed and never forgotten. I also want Buzzy’s family to know that they are in my thoughts and in my prayers.

I’ve lost a good friend, but God has gained an angel.

Rest In Paradise, Buzzy Bryant! You will always be in my heart!