Paul L. Bryan, III

Paul Lee Bryan, III, 68, passed away at Liberty Commons in Sanford, NC on Friday, January 2, 2026. A native of Wake County, he was the son of the late Paul Lee Bryan, Jr., and Lois Edna Jackson Bryan.

Paul was a loving husband and devoted father. He was his daughter's number one fan, proudly attending all of her sporting events. Paul enjoyed watching wrestling, going to the beach, and spending time with his cousins. He loved his job and was known as a hardworking and faithful employee. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing and attending LPA events.

Paul is survived by his daughter, Kristi Bryan, sister-in-law Sarah Bryan and nieces Katherine Bryan and Elizabeth Bryan.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jill Bryan and his brother Andy Bryan.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:00 am at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, 1200 Benson Road, Garner, NC 27529.

Online condolences can be made at www.bryan-leefunrealhome.com