Doreatha Bryant

Doreatha Bryant, a devoted mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother peacefully passed away on February 8, 2026, at the age of 88.

Born January 25, 1938 in Jackson Mississippi to Rev N.G. Bradfield and Mary Lee Mallett Doreatha moved to Dayton to be with her dad, who was pastor of Little Rock Missionary Baptist Church, where she became a member. Doreatha attended Wogamen elementary school and Dunbar High School. As years passed, Doreatha found time as a single parent to continue her education and become a Licensed Practical Nurse, working at St Elizabeth Medical Center and Grandview Hospital where she retired.

Beyond her professional accomplishment, Doreatha's heart was always closest to home. She worked hard and was able to purchase a home for her family, which she was extremely proud of.

Doreatha was preceded in death by her mother and father, sister Jessie Richardson , brother N. G (Norman) Bradfield and Grandson Larry Matthew Harris.

Doreatha leaves to cherish her memory children, Michael Warden, Donna (Stephen) McKelvin, Cheri Bryant, Rosalind Watkins, Rosemary Bryant, Jeffrey Bryant and Victoria Bryant; nephews Pastor Norman C. and Rev Mitchell Bradfield, Niece Milea Lynn Bradfield and cousin Georgia Mae Drummond. She also leaves behind a host of Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, great great grandchildren, cousins and friends.

As we remember Doreatha, let us honor the love and care she spread throughout her life, taking solace in the memories she created and the hearts she touched. Her spirit will live on in the kindness she shared. She is a testament to a life beautifully lived.

A Celebration of Doreatha's Life will start at 9:00am on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Newcomer Kettering Chapel, 3940 Kettering Blvd. To share a memory of Doreatha or to leave a special message for her family, please see our Guest Book below.