Lindell "Bud" Bradley, Jr. Obituary

Bud Bradley, 62, of Irondale, passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on August 13, 1962, in Bonne Terre, he was the beloved son of Shirley (Miller) Bradley and the late Lindel Bradley, Sr. Bud was a dedicated supervisor at the Flat River Glass Factory for over thirty years, a role that truly showcased his strong work ethic and leadership. He earned the respect and admiration of his colleagues and valued every moment spent at the factory until declining health made retirement necessary.

In his earlier years, Bud embraced the spirit of adventure as an avid hunter and fisherman. As time went on, he discovered new passions, enjoying ATV rides with his wife, Mary, children and grandchildren, and expressing his creativity through music as he played the guitar. However, nothing brought him more joy than the moments spent with his children and grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lindel Bradley, Sr.; maternal grandparents, Ralph and Della Miller; paternal grandparents, Butch and Jessie Bradley.

Bud is also survived by his wife of 25 years, Mary (Whittley) Bradley; five children, Jessica Britton (Jeremy), Eugenia Coleman (Aaron Beck), Jacob Bradley (Rachel), Joshua Bradley and Ivan Coleman III; four grandchildren, Jordon, Rilie, Ethan and Cameron “CJ”; sisters, Robin Brooks (Kevin) and Jennifer Anderson (Scott); special nephew, Kevin Brooks, Jr.; fur baby, Chewy; several nieces, nephews other family members and friends also survive.Visitation will be held at C.Z. Boyer and Son Funeral Home in Desloge, Thursday, July 17, 2025, from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM. The visitation will resume Friday, July 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM until the service time of 1:00 PM. Pastor Sam Mosier will be officiating. Interment will follow at Parkview Cemetery in Farmington.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to C.Z. Boyer and Son Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.