Matthew Scott Bryant, 53, passed away Friday, September 5, 2014 in Ft. Smith, Arkansas.

Born May 21, 1961 in Maysville, he was a meat cutter for several years at various local groceries and was an avid UK sports fan.

Survivors include, 2 daughters: Laura Bryant, of Carlisle, & Ashley (Daniel) Russell, of Maysville; a brother: Harry T. Bryant, of Arkansas; 4 grandchildren: Micah, Avianna, Aubree & Olivia; an aunt: Shirley Fetters, of Ribolt; a special cousin: Trent Bryant, of Tollesboro; 4 nephews, 2 nieces and a host of cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Harry T. Bryant, a brother, Timmy Bryant, a sister, Sheila Padgett, and a great aunt, Minnie Moore.

Services will be 1:00 P.M. Thursday, September 11, 2014 at the Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church in Ribolt, KY. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Visitation will be after 6:00 P.M. Wednesday at the church.

Memorial contributions to the funeral home to assist with funeral costs are greatly appreciated by the family.