Kim Hoyt Bryson, age 66, of Cornelia, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025.
Kim was born on October 5, 1959, in Hall County, Georgia, to the late Hoyt and Helen Gibson Bryson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his nephew, Jonathan Duncan.
Kim was a member of First Baptist Church of Cornelia, where his faith was an important part of his life. He retired as the Owner and Operator of Bryson Auto Parts in Cornelia, joining the family business at just 14 years old. He was a proud member of Mt. Airy Masonic Lodge #141, F. & A.M. Kim was also an accomplished Eagle Scout, an achievement that reflected his leadership, discipline, and strong moral character from a young age. An avid marksman, Kim greatly enjoyed skeet shooting and spending time outdoors. He was a devoted NASCAR racing fan and never missed an opportunity to cheer on the Georgia Bulldogs, supporting his favorite teams.
Survivors include his loving wife, Carolyn Bryson, of Cornelia; brother and sister-in-law, Keith and Ruth Bryson, of Gainesville; sister and brother-in-law, Deborah and Wayne Worsham, of Cornelia; sister and brother-in-law, Miriam and Joey Duncan, of Clarkesville; sister and brother-in-law, Rebecca and Tim Buttram, of Cornelia; niece, Adrien B. Haddad, nephew, Kevin Worsham, Michael Worsham, niece, Tracy Brooks; niece, Melissa Carroll; and other extended family.
Memorial Services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at the Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel, with Rev. Mickey Carroll officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Yonah Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. to 2:45 p.m., Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation at 1575 NE Expressway, Atlanta, Georgia 30329 or to the Gideon’s International Habersham South Camp, P.O. Box 195, Baldwin, Georgia 30511.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.
