Obituary of Raymond (Brad) Bradley

BRADLEY, Raymond (Brad) The family of Ray (Brad) Bradley Jr. are sad to announce the passing of their son, brother, partner, uncle, nephew and friend. Ray, known to many as Brad passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 13, 2010 in his 39th year. Ray will be sadly missed by his father Raymond Sr. (Ulli Smith), mother Diane Bradley. Predeceased by stepmother Sue Jack. Dearly missed by his grandmother Penny. Survived by his loving partner Michael Smith. Dear brother of Samantha (Jeff) Francis, David (April) Bradley, Steven Bradley, Crystal, Brandy, Sherry and Amber Jack, and Kevin (Sonya) Smith. Uncle to Matt, Adam and Brett, Vivian Grace and Avery Rae, Aiden, Chantael and Calven, Suzannah and Devin. Loving nephew of Lynne (Ron) Trottier, David (Gillian) Bradley, John (Tracy) Bradley and Carol (Fred) Wilke. Dearly missed by best friends Greg Clancy and Rick Generoux, as well as extended family Laura, Larry, Lori, Sean, Danielle and James. Ray was born on June 17, 1972 in Liverpool, England and moved to Canada at the age of 3. Ray was a graduate of Niagara College and during his career he enjoyed success as an entrepreneur and real estate agent. Ray had a natural charisma and was instantly a friend to everyone he met. His extraordinary heart and generosity shone through and his unforgettable smile is forever captured in the hearts and memories of those who love him. Friends will be received at the Donald V. Brown Funeral Home, 36 Lake Avenue Drive, Stoney Creek on Thursday from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, August 20, 2010 at 3 p.m. Cremation to follow. A Celebration of his life will be held at 207 Beach Blvd. following the service. The family invites all to celebrate and share the great memories made. Donations to the Kidney Foundation of Canada would be greatly appreciated by the family. Notes of sympathy and condolence may be left at www.donaldvbrown.ca Always in our hearts and minds.