Obituary

BRADLEY, Barry Wayne, 70, lost his battle with COPD. He passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, March 9, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert & Joyce Bradley. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Deborah Robb Bradley; sons, Wayne (Angela), Scott and Patrick; his grandchildren, Chase, Austin, Morgan, Emory, Braiden, Preston, Landon & Kinsley Bradley, Tyler Newell & Shaun Raynor; brother, Robert “Bobby” M. Bradley, Jr (Debby), Karen S. Bradley; brother-in-law, Ricky Robb (Lynn) and many other nieces, nephews and cousins. He was born July 23, 1951 in Richmond, VA and graduated from Thomas Dale High School in 1969. From there, in 1971 he joined the US Army as a Hercules Missile Crewman and was stationed at Fort Story in Virginia Beach, but eventually he retired from I.E. DuPont as an electrician after 26 years of service. He loved to hunt and had a real passion for fishing. He spent many years fishing in pro bass tournaments and became a chartered boat captain. He was joined by many friends to fish for flounder on his boat, the “Fatty Flatty”. He bravely fought for the last 14 years, surviving colorectal and lung cancers as well as a number of other health issues. A special thanks to Hospice of Virginia nurses, Heather & Juanita for bringing some sunshine into his life and his devoted friend, Donald Flippen, who visited so often. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd (Rte. 10). His memorial service will follow at 3 p.m. in the funeral home. Reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, please donate to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or any charity of your choice. Online condolences at www.morrissett.com.