Idaho Bryson, Jr.

Idaho Bryson Jr., 76, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024, after a lengthy illness.

He was born October 5, 1947, in Cherokee County NC, to the late Idaho Bryson Sr. and Medal Vaye Huskins Bryson. Junior was also preceded in death by 1 daughter Chrissa Bryson, 2 brothers, Clifford Bryson and Garland Bryson, 1 sister, Edna Patterson, 2 nephews, and 2 stepchildren.

Junior was a carpenter by trade. In his spare time, he enjoyed collecting antiques, trading with a good buddy and observing the wildlife in his yard. 

Those left to cherish his memory includes his wife Gail Ann Bryson of the home, 2 daughters, Becky Ensley (Nathan), and Lynn Bryson, 1 brother Walter Bryson (Linda), a sister, Ruth Coffee, several nieces and nephews, 4 grandchildren Tyler Duncan, Michelle Duncan, Elijah Ensley, Alexis Ensley, 3 stepchildren, 7 step grandchildren, and his beloved dog Trixie and cat Bootsie.

Graveside service will be May 8, 2024, at 2:00 at the home. Ray Kiser will officiate the service. Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 7, 2024, from 6pm to 8pm at Nicholson Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial tributes be directed to Nicholson Funeral Home to help cover the funeral costs.

Nicholson Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bryson family.