Bradley, Bruce
February 04, 1937 ~ September 22, 2025
Bruce Bradley, 88 years, dearly loved husband of the late Betty Bradley (nee Davis) passed away peacefully on Monday, September 22, 2025 at Bear Creek Terrace, Petrolia. Cherished father of daughters Patty (Todd) Unsworth and the late Karen (Donny) Kabbes. Adored Papa of Joseph (Shelby) Unsworth, Jake (Tiffany) Unsworth, Jeffrey (Carlene) Kabbes and Luke (Hannah) Kabbes. Proud Great Papa of Lyra and Scarlet Unsworth, Jaiden and Ava Unsworth, Joanie, Greta, Harvey and Clayton Kabbes and Kacey and Layla Kabbes. Dear brother of late Lois (late Bill) O’Hara, late Earl (late Donna) Bradley and Elaine (Andy) DeHaan. Steadfast brother-in-law of late Joyce (late Bill) Holmes, late Beverly (Catherine) Davis and Ila and Glen Dawson. Respected uncle of many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents Leonard and Dorothy Bradley. Bruce embraced a quiet, country life as a cattle farmer alongside his brother Earl in Dawn Township. He was an active member of the Ontario Harness Horse Association owning and training many standardbreds to pace. Bruce had a keen sense of cardinal direction and knew the lay of the land throughout Lambton and Kent County. He enjoyed euchre, country music, dancing the polka, Tim’s hot coffee, driving FORD trucks and cherry pie!
Funeral Details
Family and friends will be received at Steadman Brothers Funeral Chapels, Brigden on Friday, September 26, 2025 from 10:00am until the time of the service officiated by Pastor Tim Brown at 11:00am. Private interment to follow at Riverside Cemetery, 3164 St. Clair Parkway, Sombra, ON.
Donation
Sympathy may be expressed through memorial donations to CEE Hospital Foundtion. http://www.ceehf.ca.
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Our condolences to the Bradley family in the passing of Bruce. He was a wonderful man. May his memory bring you comfort.
Sorry to hear about Bruce’s passing . Our condolences to all his family
Gary & Dolores McGregor
Thinking of you folk. He sure enjoyed life farming, working with horses, etc.God bless all.
Patty, Todd and family
Sincere condolences sent your way. Bruce will be missed by all who knew him. May you find comfort knowing your Dad and Mom are together once more. Rest in Peace Bruce
Love
Penny & Don Phillips
Patti & Family,
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. We had so great conversations while I cut his hair at Fiddick’s.
Rest in Paradise Bruce, we know Betty has been waiting for you with open arms.
Paula & Kevin Hoskin
Sending prayers, hugs and sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. He’s together again with your beautiful mom. Keep your memories close.
Deepest Condolences to both the Bradley and O,Hara families.. Bruce always greeted you with a smile and always had time to chat. You will have precious memories to hold on to. He is now with the love of his life. Blessing to you all at this sad time. hugs… Mary Ann Clark and John McKinley
Sincere condolences to Patti and families! I am truly happy I was able to say goodbye! Uncle Bruce was a wonderful quiet man❤️ RIP
Condolences to all affected by Bruce’s passing
Our deepest condolences as you go through this difficult time. Cherish the memories.
Barb and Rick Harper
Todd, Patty and family, our deepest sympathy to you all.
Thinking of you at this difficult time.💞
Luke,Jeff,Patti,Todd,Joe,Jake and families.
Thinking of all of you during this very difficult time.
Cherish the memories. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Roy and Kerry Jacklin
Karli,Kristi,Kati,James,Brad and Nichole
To the Bradley family,
So sorry to read about the passing of Bruce. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. May pleasant memories bring you peace.
Michael and Cathy
Patty, Todd, Joe, Jake also Donnie and family,
Sending big hugs and much love ❤️
Dear Elaine,Andy, and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your brother Bruce passing. I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but I’m sure he was very special to you, and he will be missed. Prayers for all. Sharon and Phil
oh Patty…I’m so sorry to see this. sending you all hugs and prayers ❤️
We were very sad to hear of Bruce’s passing. Our sincerest condolences.
Alan and I want to say good-bye to you Bruce, you have always been a kind and caring neighbour. May God give your family comfort at this time.
Our sincere sympathy Todd, Patty and family. Our thoughts are with you. Love Rick and Marcia Podolinsky
I’m am so sorry for your loss Patti. Life seems so unfair sometimes. I will keep you and your family in my prayers as you try to make it through this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort during these times.
Patty,Todd,Joe and Jake so sorry to hear this sad news. Deepest sympathy to you all. Treasure all the wonderful memories you shared with him. I’m sure he is happy to be with Betty again.
Dear Unsworth and Kabbes families
We are very sorry to hear of Uncle Bruce’s passing and send our sincere condolences.
I have a fond childhood memory of him giving me a ride on the sulky. (Probably couldn’t do that today) We could always count on fun and lots of laughs when visiting the Bradley farm!
We will remember him as a kind and gentle man.
Love Jackie and Chris Gagner