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Statement from Connie Bryant, John Bryant’s mother:
April 15, 2009

After spending time with my son John, he has shared with me the events that took place immediately prior to the storms on Friday.  I am issuing this statement so that our family can set the record straight on what actually took place Friday, April 10.

When the tornado warning was issued, Kori called John to warn him about the storms that were on the way.  John was at work, he owns a roofing company, and immediately went home to be with his family. 

Kori padded a hall in the center of the house with pillows and blankets. 

Once John arrived home, he got Olivia’s car seat and took it inside so they could strap her in to give her extra security if anything were to happen. 

John then went to get a mattress to put over the family, and the next thing he knew he could hear windows being busted and he was then being lifted up by the tornado. 

The last time he saw his daughter, he was being sucked through the roof and was looking down at Olivia as she was looking up at him.  His exact words were, “I was going up, up, up and I flew.”

I would like to thank everyone for their kindness and generosity, it is truly overwhelming.  The support has been absolutely amazing.  The nurses who are taking care of him at Middle Tennessee Medical Center have been extremely compassionate, caring and very competent when administering care for John. 

The funeral for Kori and Olivia will take place at Woodfin Memorial Chapel on Thursday at 1p.m followed by a burial at Riverside Cemetery in Woodbury.  Visitation will begin at 10a.m.

A memorial fund has been established for the Bryant family at Bank of America.  To make donations you may visit any Bank of America location or visit www.thebryantfamilymemorialfund.com


 
 
 
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Member Opinions:
By: emw247 on 4/15/09
Thank you for taking the time to set the record straight. You are all in our prayers.

By: justawalkn on 4/15/09
Thank you for letting us know what happen. There have been so many wrong stories. I hope that you son will have a full recover from his injuries. It will take time for his heart to began to heal.

By: grandefille on 4/15/09
We are lifting you all up, up, up in our prayers, dear family.

May you be at peace.
May you be free from pain.
May you be comforted.
May you be at peace.

By: drnitemare on 4/15/09
God bless you all. I know how hard it is to lose a child. My fourth child died only an hour after she was born. I know God can give you strength and wisdom to help you carry on until the day you are with them again. God needed 2 more beautiful sould in heaven. I truely believe people taken in this sort of disaster will be defenders for us all here on Earth. God Bless you once again.

By: Kewpie561 on 4/15/09
My heart goes out to your family. If there is anything myself or my family can do to help you, please don't hesitate to ask.

By: Porchcat on 4/15/09
Heaven wouldn't be home without Gods children.
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

By: prin on 4/15/09
Our [rayers and thoughts continue to be with you, family, friends, and loved ones. I also lost a child after 24 hours of life. I was you and every day I think about what that beautiful little girl could have done for me. I have 2 wonderful sons now and life has gone on. I can only believe that God has a definite plan for that little girl and wonderful mother. John will always question and will never forget and for that I understand. Thank you for telling it like it is and we shall always remember you and family.

By: Dan_o on 4/15/09
We are so sorry for your family's loss. My family's prayers and thoughts are with you.

By: uncledonclark on 4/15/09
The link for donations is incorrect. It should be www.thebryantfamilymemorialfund.com
Someone left "the" out.

By: momx5 on 4/20/09
Yes, thanks for "setting the record straight."
and I'm so sorry for your loss.


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