Former Athlete Doye Bryant, 65, Passes Away, Leaving His Wife Mar Jean Schwab And Six Children

Doye also had three stepchildren: Wendy Haight, Marty Pallas, and Jessie Pallas, from Mar's previous relationship.

April 16, 2026

This article was last updated by Manoj Gadtaula on April 16, 2026

Former athlete Doye Bryant’s death was announced by his son Nick Bryant through his Facebook handle.

Doye Bryant, born on July 10, 1959, in Jerome, Idaho, was a who played baseball with his brothers and relatives.

Bryant was a hard worker, a jack of all trades, and had a special talent for working with concrete. He spent his last three years in his man cave, enjoying woodworking.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and camping with his family and relatives.

Idaho Resident Doye Bryant Passed Away At The Age Of 65

Doye Bryant, born to his father, Buddy Bryant, and his mother, Mary Bryant, died on Wednesday, April 2, 2026, at 65. However, the cause of death has not been mentioned.

His son, Nick Bryant, took his official handle and announced that his father, Doye, had left the world at 2:30 a.m. He wrote,

My dad Doye Bryant pass away like 2 30 this morning rip dad

Jerome resident Beverly Meyers took to her Facebook handle, mourned the tragic loss of Doye, and sent prayers to his family. She wrote,

OUR PRAYER FOR TODAY WEDNESDAY APRIL 2, 2026 IS DEAR LORD, I GOT ON MY FACEBOOK PAGE ON MY PHONE TODAY AND THE FIRST 4 POSTS THAT SHOWED UP WERE ASKING FOR PRAYER, A FEW OF THEM ARE SCATTERED THROUGH THE PRAYER LISTS PLEASE BE WITH Nick Bryant AND FAMILY WITH THE PASSING OF HIS DAD DOYE

Doye’s nephew, Melinda Salinas, also poured her heartfelt condolences through her social media handle by ,

Uncle Doye, your passing leaves an immense void in the lives of countless people who loved and cherished you, just like my dad and Johnny, whose friendships and family ties spanned far and wide, touching hearts everywhere, for you all had a gift for turning strangers into friends and earning the love and admiration of so many, and while your suffering has ended, we take comfort in envisioning the grand reunion you’re having with loved ones, and we’ll hold on to the memories, Uncle Doye, gone too soon, but never forgotten, watching over your loved ones from a higher place, RIP Uncle Doye Bryant 💔💔💔 Doye

Other close ones and relatives have also poured their heartfelt condolences and sent prayers to Doye’s family to stay strong in this heartbreaking moment.

According to Doye’s family, his life will be celebrated on April 26, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at 1100 Elks 93 Golf Ranch in Jerome, Idaho.

Doye will always be remembered for his unforgettable contributions, love, and support. Rest in Paradise, Doye Bryant.

Doye Bryant Is Survived By His Wife, Mar Jean Schwab, And Their Six Children

Doye Bryant with Mar Jean Schwab at the Rose Garden at C.S.I. in Twin Falls, Idaho, on August 26, 2006.

They enjoyed spending time together playing sports, fishing, and hunting. For the last three years, Doye and Mar have been able to complete Doye’s wishlist.

The couple renewed their wedding vows, went for their second honeymoon in Lake Tahoe, watched a celebrity golf tournament, attended a Kansas City Chiefs game, and rode a steam train to the Grand Canyon.

Sadly, their married life ended after 18 years following the tragic death of Doye.

They had three sons: Travis, Nick, and Keith Bryant. Doye also had three stepchildren: Wendy Haight, Marty Pallas, and Jessie Pallas, from Mar’s previous relationship.

Their lives in Rupert, Idaho, with his wife Edna Webster, who attended Minco High School.

Currently, they are mourning the tragic death of their supportive and devoted father, Doye Bryant.

In Case You Didn’t Know

Doye Bryant grew up with four siblings: Helen Roberts, Chuck Bryant, Glenda Sherbenou, and Moni Larsen.
Mar Jean Schwab’s mother, Jeanne Moser Schwab, passed away peacefully in her home on December 29, 2013, at 75.
Her father, Marvin Gneiting Schwab, was born in Afton, Wyoming, on March 19, 1938, and passed away on February 14, 2026, at 83.
Mar Jean Schwab’s sister, Sherrit Merritt, married Joel Merritt. She has three brothers: Lee, Daniel, and Vance Schwab.

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