Thomas E. Bryan
August 27, 1935 - August 16, 2017
Thomas E. Bryan, age 81, of DeMotte, IN passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at his residence. He was born August 27, 1935 in LaPorte, IN to Lawrence A. and Lucille M. (Fletcher) Bryan. Thomas married Joyce Morton Laine on June 24, 2006 and she preceded him in death in December 2015. Thomas is a veteran who proudly served in the U.S. Navy. He was a cook at the Summit Farm prison in LaPorte, IN and Holiday Inn manager. Thomas was a member of the First Baptist Church of DeMotte. His hobby was fishing. Thomas is survived by his daughter, Kelly (Elmer) Varro of LaPorte, IN; 8 grandchildren; sister, Janice Kessler of AZ; and dear friend, Mary Sumara of DeMotte, IN. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and son, John Bryan. Friends may call at the First Baptist Church of DeMotte on Sunday, August 20, 2017 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. A Memorial Service with military rights will follow at 4:00 PM with Pastor Duane Abston officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Association or First Baptist Church. To share a memory with the Bryan family, please visit www.integrityfuneral.care
Thomas E. Bryan, age 81, of DeMotte, IN passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at his residence. He was born August 27, 1935 in LaPorte, IN to Lawrence A. and Lucille M. (Fletcher) Bryan. Thomas married Joyce Morton Laine on June 24, 2006 and... View Obituary & Service Information