Topeka – Darren Kirk Bryant, 38 of Topeka, KS, passed away Monday, February 21, 2022. He was born July 14, 1983 in Topeka, KS the son of David R. and Myra K. (Swank) Bryant.

Darren graduated from Seamen High School in 2001. He earned an Associate Degree from the Washburn University. Darren was a certified welder and was currently employed at Custom Dredge Works in Topeka, KS.

Darren is survived by his two daughters, Regan and McKala Bryant of the home; parents, David and Myra Bryant of Topeka, KS; sister, Myranda Bryant of Kansas City, MO; brother, David C. Bryant (Jen) of Topeka, KS; paternal grandmother, Shirley J. Bryant of Corpus Christi, TX; 5 nieces and nephews, Kayeden, Isabella, Adryanna, David Lee and Julianna.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Norman and Peggy Swank and his paternal grandfather David F. Bryant.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date, with an inurnment at Hoyt Cemetery. When a service date and time becomes available, it will be posted. Memorial contributions may be made to the Darren Bryant Children's Educational Fund c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436.