CARL EDWARD BRYANT, JR., age 54, of Estill Springs, Tenn., departed this life suddenly on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Vanderbilt Tullahoma Harton Hospital.  Mr. Bryant was born in Hammond , Ind. on January 24, 1971, to the late Carl Edward Bryant, Sr. and Martha Cathy Warren Bryant.  Mr. Bryant was last employed by Quality Industries in LaVergne, Tenn., as a Metal Fabricator before becoming disabled.  Mr. Bryant enjoyed working on cars in his spare time and could be referred to as a "shade tree mechanic".  He loved dirt track racing and raced at the former Winchester Speedway.  He loved his animals especially his dogs.  He will be remembered for always lending a helping hand to his friends and neighbors.

He is survived by his wife, Birdie Bryant, of Estill Springs, Tenn., children; Rycheal Hannold of Las Vegas, Nevada, Jarrad Hannold of Myrtle Beach, S.C. and Adam Meron of Estill Springs, Tenn., sisters; Gracie Taylor of Cowan, Tenn., and Martha "Nikki" Rodriquez of McMinnville, Tenn., and a brother-in-law, Myron Cook and wife, Wendie of Estill Springs, Tenn.

It was Mr. Bryant's wish that he be cremated and no services are scheduled at this time.