Robert W. Brady

Robert "Bob" W. Brady, 96, of West Lafayette, IN, died at 3:53 AM Saturday December 21, 2013 at IU Arnett Hospital. He was born October 8, 1917, in Oak Park , IL, to the late J. Benjamin and Mary Brady. He graduated from West Lafayette High School in 1936. He worked at Saginaw Steering, a division of General Motors, in Michigan from 1941-1943 after attending Purdue in Industrial Engineering. He was taken out of Purdue to work as an engineer on the M1 Carbine gun during WWII from 1941-1943. In 1944 he married Kathryn Merritt and she preceded him in death. He married Milbra Butler in 1988 and they have been together the last 25 years. Bob played varsity basketball for WL High School and Purdue and enjoyed playing golf at the Elks. Bob was a member of the John Purdue Club, West Lafayette Christian Church, Clearwater Christian Church in Florida, and was a former board member of Home Hospital. Surviving along with his wife, Milbra Brady are sons, Robert M. Brady (wife Bernice) of Charlotte, NC, Joseph B. Brady (wife Peggy) of Stanley, NC, William A. Butler (wife Reba) of Bedford, IN, and Paul E. Butler (wife Anita) of Cincinnati, OH, a daughter, Judith K. Perdue (huband Jim) of Indianapolis, and a sister Isabell Neunuebel, (husband Bob) of California. Bob had 9 grandchildren, Chris Brady Wolfe (husband Jason) of Columbia, SC, Ensign Scott Brady of Corpus Christy, TX, Stephanie Butler, Mike Butler, Jennifer Rocklin (husband Joe) of Cincinnati, OH, Sarah Butler of Columbus, OH, Brecka Lewis (husband Drew) of TX, Amy Marlar (husband Steve) of Seattle WA, and Kristen Wiley (husband Tim) of Orlando FL. He had 9 great-grandchildren, Connor, and Brady Kathryn Wolfe, Chelsea, Jake, Taylor, David Butler, Olivia Lewis, Belle Marlar, and Jane Wiley.

Visitation will be 5-7 PM Sunday at the Soller-Baker West Lafayette Chapel, 1184 Sagamore Pkwy West, West Lafayette, IN 47906. Funeral Service 11 AM Monday also at the Soller-Baker West Lafayette Chapel. Pastor John Ditmer will officiate. Burial will be at Rest Haven Memorial Park. Those wishing may contribute to the West Lafayette Christian Church, 1980 Lindberg Rd., West Lafayette, IN 47906. You may leave memories and sign the guestbook by visiting http://www.soller-baker.com/.

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Published by Journal & Courier on Dec. 22, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Brady

12 Entries

Babs Connolly & Bob Peterson

January 3, 2014

My Mother, Dortha Goss Peterson, always spoke fondly of Bob, a mutual WL graduate. Joe, my heart goes out to you & the entire family during this time of loss. Please accept our sincere condolences.

January 1, 2014

My dad, Jackson Cochran Kohl, is Bob's first cousin. He learned of Bob's passing today from a childhood friend. Dad had good things to say about this man whom I unfortunately never met. Our condolences and best wishes to Bob's family.
Richard Ervin Kohl and Family

Jim Long

December 24, 2013

I am so sorry I wasn't aware of this in time to come over. Bob was a great friend and great salesman. Kathy and I often remember the times we played golf. He will be missed!

December 23, 2013

Bill and I are sorry that we can,t be there but our thoughts have been with you at this time. He will be missed. Those football Saturday's will not be the same but we will continue and set a place for you. Bill and Jackie

Michelle Adwell

December 23, 2013

I am sorry to hear about your loss. Bob was a sweet man and he will be greatly missed. Even though I didn't know him long, I could tell he was greatly loved. Prayers with family and friends.

December 22, 2013

To the Brady Family

Your Dad will be sadly missed. It has been such a joy to have visited over the years. Our families grew up together. Judy has talked about your families so often with such good thoughts. God Bless

Prayers and thoughts are with all of you

The Tudor family

Bill Compton

December 22, 2013

Joe--my most heartfelt thoughts of your loss to you, Peggy, Scott and Chris as well as the rest of your family. I knew and saw more of Bob Sr. after we left WLHS and he was a treasure. May Peace be with you all.

Tom Gripe

December 22, 2013

Bob, Sorry to hear about your Dad. Drop me a line sometime at: [email protected] Tom Gripe

Jim Hartsock

December 22, 2013

Bob was a very good, generous, considerate man. I enjoyed his candor, honesty, and humor. He will be greatly missed by all. My condolences,sympathy and prayers for his family.

Susan Ferguson

December 22, 2013

Sending best wishes to the Brady family. Bob,was a good friend of my father, and lived just around the corner. Another good soul who earned his reward in heaven. May God place a smile upon your heart with fond memories.
Rev. Susan K. Ferguson

Alan Dale

December 22, 2013

Joe & Peggy, & Bob. I still read the local paper living in Texas and just saw about your Dad. What a wonderful man he was. I just wish our paths had crossed again in the past 20 years. My condolences to all and as Tom Hamilton wrote-a man we all looked up to.

Tom Hamilton

December 21, 2013

My condolences to Bob, Joe and Peggy Brady, and to the rest of the family I've never had the pleasure to meet.

I always enjoyed playing golf with Bob Sr. He was old school, a man we all looked up to.

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