Joseph Bradley Obituary

JOSEPH JACKSON “JACK” BRADLEY

Joseph Jackson “Jack” Bradley, 96, Auxvasse, MO passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at St. Andrews Nursing Center in New Florence, MO. He was born August 6, 1928, the son of the late Wayne and Gertrude Bradley and step mother Laura Bradley. On March 8, 1952, he was united in marriage to Thelma Bernice (Smith) Bradley, who preceded him in death on March 5, 2016.

He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by two daughters Diana Wright of Fulton, MO and Debbie Ryman and Fred of Auxvasse, MO; five grandchildren Larry Threlkeld and Becky, Kristina Gallatin and Derrick, Lisa Spires and Rodney, Sarah Weakley and Dustin, and Travis Weakley and Danielle; twelve great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to his parents and wife Thelma, his son Dale Bradley, two sisters and two brothers preceded him in death.

Jack owned and operated multiple farms for many years. Later he owned Bradley Auto Sales for many years and drove a school bus. He was a member of Grand Prairie Baptist Church in Auxvasse, MO. He enjoyed cars, car auctions, tractors, raising dogs, hunting, and sitting outside underneath the shade tree. He loved spending time with his friends and family, especially his grandchildren.

Graveside services will be 2:30 pm Monday, February 24, 2025, at the Auxvasse City Cemetery in Auxvasse, MO. Visitation will be from 12:00 pm until 1:45 p.m. on Monday, February 24, 2025, at the Oliver Funeral Home in Centralia, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grand Prairie Baptist Church or to the Beaver Dam Cemetery, c/o Oliver Funeral Home, P.O. Box 125, Centralia, MO 65240. Condolences may also be made to the family at www.oliverfuneralhome.net