Mary (Grider) Bryant, 93, of Columbia, KY died Thursday, April 16, 2020 at 11:05 a.m. at Summit Manor Nursing Home. She was born October 28, 1926 in Adair County to the late Fred and Zemmar Smiley Grider. 

Mary was the widow of Tommie Bryant. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Rosemary Bryant McLean and a brother, Marvin T. Grider. 

She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and a homemaker. Mary was well known for being a kind and compassionate person, devoted Bible reader, immaculate cook and beloved friend to all who knew her.

SURVIVORS:

1 son: Tommy Bryant of Columbia

1 daughter: Barbara Bryant Shepherd of Columbia

4 grandchildren

4 great-grandchildren

Several cousins, nieces, nephews and host of friends

Special cousins: Sharon Pike, Juanita McKinney and Betty Fisher

Special caregivers: Marilyn Janes, Cathy Shelton and Barbara Bunch

In accordance with Governor Beshear’s recommendations and in compliance with the CDC, the service will be private with burial in Columbia City Cemetery.

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.