Homer Bryant

Homer O’Neal Bryant passed away on July 10, 2025 at his home. Visitation will be held at Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home on Sunday July 13, 2025 between 4 and 6 pm.

Mr. Bryant was preceded in death by his wife Faye Bryant, his son Homer O’Neal (Buster) Bryant Jr., his mother Irene Plott, his sister Barbara Bevel and grandson Patrick Norrell.

He is survived by his daughters Judy Davis (Mike) Vicki Waller (Lee) and son Tommy Taylor (Sara); grandchildren and great grandchildren; Heather Baggs and her children River and Virginia; Haley Delvizis (Chris) and their children Ella, Ava and Everett; Chris Waller (Erin); Amanda Taylor; Bryant, Karstyn and Kim Norrell. His two brothers Jimmy Plott (Carol); Morris Plott (Sally) and several nieces and nephews.  

At the age of 17, he answered the call of duty and enlisted in the United States Navy serving as a Seaman First Class from April 6, 1946 to February 5, 1948. Upon returning home, he continued his commitment to serving others by joining the Opelika Fire Department. Later he dedicated many years to Dairyland Farms/Meadow Gold until his retirement in the early 90’s.

He loved his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and his neighbors at the Lake. For the past 55 years Neal called Lake Harding home where he found peace and happiness. He will be remembered as a loving father, a great friend and the best dad and granddad in the whole world. His gentle spirit, unwavering kindness and love for his family and friends will forever be treasured.

A private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice.