William Bradley
June 26, 1926 - February 14, 2022
Obituary
William “Bill” Edwin Bradley, 95, saw his Savior face to face on February 14, 2022. Bill was born June 26, 1926 to Ray and Mary Thelma Bradley. He was the older brother of Don and Bob (both deceased) and Dave (Trix), proud father of sons Ed (Maryann, deceased), Steve (Donna), and Cliff (Terri), former husband of Joann the mother of his children (also deceased), and husband of 34 years to Nancy Smith Bradley . Grandfather to Linda (Rick), Willie (Jennifer), Amy, Ross (Jenny), Eric John (Kelley), Branden and Blake Hardwick; great grandfather to Miranda, Marrisa, Tyler, Ethyn, Max, Eden, and Annabelle; great great grandfather to Michael, Payton, Hunter, Aalynn, Anden, and Wyatt; beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews, and beloved friend to many. Bill was a Navy veteran spending two years on a destroyer during World War II, a brick mason and contractor, an athlete on the bowling alley until n90 years of age, a lover of God and his Word and a believer in Jesus Christ, at age 55 graduated from the White's Ferry Road School of Biblical Studies in West Monroe, Louisiana, began an inner-city ministry at Park Avenue Church of Christ, assisted with the jail prison ministry at Westlake Church of Christ, he coached and organized youth football for underprivileged children, was the author of three books and many letters of encouragement, an outdoorsman, a deer hunter, a camper who visited national and state parks, a leather craftsman who enjoyed making and giving gifts, and a man with a great sense of humor and fun. How we will miss him!!!
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Ronda Rosenbaum
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Nancy, You’re in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve losing your beloved Bill from this life. My overriding memory of Bill is his love and gratitude toward Jesus.
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Flory Phillips
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Bill was an amazing person! He had an unmatched passion for life. We feel honored to know Bill as he tackled his next big goal in his love for God. We're asking the Father to hold you close during this most difficult time. We're so sorry we can't be there on Monday. Much love, Jim & Flory
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Michelle Bradley
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My dear Uncle Bill. My Father’s older beloved brother. So full of humor. So full of life. We loved him so and delighted in his antics. God Bless you Uncle Bill as you watch over us all. Remind us to smile and laugh and love more in this world. Love Niece Michelle
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Tracie and Danny Shearer
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What a wonderful and inspiring man he was. We have many good memories. He worked hard and for God’s glory.
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Melinda Chapman
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Nancy & Family! I am so sorry for the pain and grief you are feeling with Bill’s passing! Oh what a Godly, kind, caring, and compassionate man Bill was! He always had a smile on his face and pep in his steps!
I have such fond memories of him! Oh what a life he lived! Now he is with his Lord and Savior, praise be to God! Love and hugs and prayers of peace and comfort for all!
Melinda Beverstock Chapman
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Steve Robinson
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Bill was a very special man in my childhood. He was my first baseball coach, took me my first 500 race, and gave me my first job out of high school. Bill was a good mentor for so many. Steve Robinson