LIMINGTON- Bryant Edward Black, age 69, passed away peacefully on Oct. 6, 2018 at his home, surrounded by family.
He was born in Portland on Feb. 23, 1949, a son of the late Richard and Blanche (Grubb) Black.
Bryant proudly served in the Vietnam War from 1966 – 1969 in the US Army.
He will always be remembered as a generous man with a great sense of humor who was willing to help anyone. He enjoyed raising his show steers. Bryant will also be remembered as a loving family man.
He is predeceased by his parents; siblings- Chester Black, Stephen Black, and Pauline Black; and a grandson- Christopher.
He is survived by his beloved wife- Lois (Harmon) Black; his children- Brian Black and his wife Amelia of OH, Chris Black and his wife Wendy of VA, and Tracy Miller and her husband Michael of Limington; sister- Barbara Cousins of Baldwin; grandchildren- Steven, Cullen, Alex, Daniel, Steven, Dominic, Raegan, and Reese; great grandchildren- Christopher and Colton; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday Oct. 11 from 1 – 2 PM, followed by a 2 PM funeral service at the Poitras, Neal & York Funeral Home, 71 Maple St. in Cornish. Burial will follow with military honors at Steep Falls Cemetery. Online condolence messages can be submitted at www.mainefuneral.com
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 1 Bowdoin Mill Island, Suite 300, Topsham, Maine 04086.