Edwin L. O'Bryant Jr.

September 27, 1987 - September 24, 2016

Edwin Lionel O’Bryant Jr., also known as “Mann”, passed away September 24, 2016. He was born September 27, 1987 in Kalamazoo, MI., the son of Edwin Lionel O’Bryant Sr. and Angie O’Bryant. In 2005, Edwin graduated from Comstock High School and later went on to further his education at Kalamazoo Valley Community College. Edwin enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He loved watching and playing basketball as well as rooting for his favorite player; Tracey McGrady. He also enjoyed playing video games, a passion of his that began at an early age. Edwin loved music, his cars, and his dogs. Edwin had aspirations of moving to Las Vegas, Nevada to build his life up to another level. For those who knew Edwin, knew he loved to laugh and his smile could brighten up a room. He had the ability to make friends from all different backgrounds, which is a testament to his well-rounded personality. He will be remembered for his compassion, kindness and positive outlook he had on life. Edwin leaves to cherish in his memory: his father, Edwin Lionel O’Bryant Sr.; his loving mother, Angie O’Bryant; sister Nikia Walker, two brothers, DeShon Walker and DeJuan O’Bryant; Grandmothers, Hazel Williams and Lois O’Bryant; Grandfathers, Frank Ford, Charles Jackson and Johnny Williams; his nephews; Ashton Hall and Aariyon O’Bryant, nieces; Autumn Hall, Nadia O’Bryant and Aaliyah O’Bryant, foster sisters; Nisara and Markayla Williams; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Also, his longtime girlfriend; Gloria Campbell and two special children he loved like his very own; Alecia and Dominic, among a host of friends and loved ones.