Max Bryant
LFD, LE, CFSP, Owner
Max Bryant
LFD, LE, CFSP, Owner
Max, a Decatur County native, began his career in funeral service in 1985 while still a student at Bainbridge High School. Shortly after high school graduation, he enrolled in Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service and graduated in 1989. Max received his Georgia Funeral Directors and Embalmers License in 1990. In 2014, Max qualified for the designation of Certified Funeral Service Practitioner by the Academy of Funeral Service Practice. He is a member of the Decatur County Young Farmers, Bainbridge-Decatur County Chamber of Commerce, and Decatur County Historical Society. Max and his wife, Dana, reside in the Bethany Community and worship at First Baptist Church.
Dana Bryant
Family Services Coordinator
Dana Bryant
Family Services Coordinator
Dana is a native of Decatur County with a background in education. She is an alumna of both Valdosta State College and Grand Canyon University. She has a passion for people and has spent decades working with students, families, and the community, coordinating services on multiple levels. Her hobbies include photography, reading, exploring nature, and hunting. She can usually be found "hobbying" with her husband, Max, her children, Christopher & Shyla, Landen & Megan, Michaele & Jacob, and the grands, Mason, Hartley, Bella, and Cayle.
Landen Bryant
Funeral Apprentice
Landen Bryant
Funeral Apprentice
Landen, a 2014 graduate of Bainbridge High School and 2017 graduate of Ogeechee Technical College, is the son of Max and Dana Bryant. He is married to Megan Kelley Bryant, and they are making their home in Bainbridge. Landen serves as an Ambassador for the Bainbridge-Decatur Chamber of Commerce and works with the Tinsel Trail Committee, bringing Christmas to our community. In his spare time, he enjoys cooking outside, any activity on the Flint River/Lake Seminole, and spending time with his dogs, Sarge and Maggie. Landen and Megan worship at First Baptist Church.
Harold Burrell
Funeral Attendant
Harold Burrell
Funeral Attendant
Harold is married to Joy Olive Burrell. He is a graduate of Mercer University and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He retired after 52 years in ministry. Harold and Joy moved to Bainbridge years ago, and he has continued to be active in local church ministry. Currently, Harold serves as Pastor of Attapulgus Baptist Church. In his spare time, Harold enjoys hunting and woodworking. Harold and Joy have two sons, four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.
Bryan Cottles
Funeral Attendant
Bryan Cottles
Funeral Attendant
A native of Bainbridge, Bryan graduated from Bainbridge High School in 1998. He is married to Julie Davis Cottles of Bainbridge, GA and they have two sons. He is currently a Chief Ranger with the Georgia Forestry Commission. Bryan and his family attend Trinity Baptist Church.
Keith Harrison
Funeral Attendant
Keith Harrison
Funeral Attendant
Keith Harrison is a Decatur County native, having grown up in the Climax area. He graduated from Bainbridge High School, Class of 1970. He served two years in the United States Army, being discharged in 1974. Keith began his career with the Georgia Department of Agriculture in 1976 and retired in 2006. He is married to Cheryl M. Harrison. Keith has one daughter, Christy Marsh. Christy and her husband, Elliot, have two beautiful daughters, Adison and Annalee.
Rusty Hatton
Funeral Attendant
Rusty Hatton
Funeral Attendant
Rusty is a native of Seminole County. He grew up (and learned to fish) at Reynolds Landing. He graduated from Seminole County High School, Class of 1977, and shortly after went to work at F-R-M. Rusty retired in 2022 with 44 years of service. He still lives at Lake Seminole and can attest to it being "Sportsman's Paradise". Rusty enjoys hunting, especially turkeys, and bass fishing with his brother, Bennie.
Vanessa Lang
Office Staff
Vanessa Lang
Office Staff
Vanessa is a native of Hazlehurst, Georgia, and lived there until 1986 when she moved to Bainbridge. She is a graduate of Jeff Davis High School and received a certificate in Secretarial Science from South Georgia College in Douglas, Georgia. Vanessa worked with Amoco Fabrics and Fibers for over 33 years, both in Hazlehurst and Bainbridge. She is married to Wade Lang and together they have 2 children and 7 grandchildren. Vanessa and Wade attend Bainbridge Church of God, where she serves as the church pianist and he volunteers in several positions. Together they enjoy spending time with their family, especially the grandchildren.
Roger Nix
Funeral Attendant
Roger Nix
Funeral Attendant
A native of Climax, Roger graduated from Climax High School. He is a veteran of the United States Army and retired from Engelhard Corp. During the past twenty-plus years, Roger has worked full and part-time in funeral service. He is married to Linda and they have four children and 14 grandchildren. Roger has sung gospel music with the Spring Hill Quartet, with other groups, and solo for the past 20 years. He enjoys yard work and celebrating his grandchildren.
Bruce Usery
Funeral Attendant
Bruce Usery
Funeral Attendant
Bruce is a native of Chipley, FL. He graduated from Chipley High School in 1971 and joined Fleming Foods in 1972. After 20 years in the wholesale food industry, Bruce started a career in the retail drug industry with Revco Drugs/CVS Pharmacy. Several years after his retirement in 2014, he decided funeral service was his next adventure. Bruce is married to Debbie Usery.
Marcus Brinkley
Funeral Attendant
Marcus Brinkley
Funeral Attendant
Marcus was born and raised in Whigham, GA. He is a graduate of Cairo High School and attended Thomas Tech. He spent a number of years in the automotive manufacturing industry and owns Springhill Forestry. Marcus and his wife, Heather, have two daughters, Kaylynn & Kinsley. Active in his community, Marcus is a member of Pine Level Baptist Church, the Whigham Community Club, and works the press box under the Friday night lights for Cairo High School Syrupmakers. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, and Georgia football.
Gary Brown
Funeral Attendant
Gary Brown
Funeral Attendant
Gary is a native of Decatur County. He attended Bainbridge High School and was employed at Flint River Mills for 47 years, retiring in 2023. Gary served as Plant Manager for 27 years. He is an active deacon at Immanuel Baptist Church in Bainbridge. He loves singing gospel music, is an avid hunter, and enjoys fishing all over Decatur and Seminole Counties. Gary and his wife, Charlotte, have been married for 45 years. They have a daughter who works in healthcare as a registered nurse.
