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Ben Bradlee
1921 - 2014
Ben Bradlee
1921 - 2014
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BORN
1921
DIED
2014
Ben Bradlee Obituary
Bradlee died at his home of natural causes, the Post reported.
As managing editor first and later as executive editor, the raspy-voiced Bradlee engineered the transformation of the Post from a sleepy hometown paper into a great national one. He brought in a cast of talented journalists and set editorial standards that brought the paper new respect.
Bradlee got an early break as a journalist thanks to his friendship with one president, John F. Kennedy, and became famous for his role in toppling another, Richard Nixon, helping guide Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein's coverage of the Watergate scandal.
Actor Jason Robards turned Bradlee into a box-office hit with his Oscar-winning portrayal of the editor in the movie "All the President's Men." Bradlee's marriage in 1978 to Post star reporter Sally Quinn (his third) added more glamour to his image.
He was one of the few to know the identity early on of the celebrated Watergate source dubbed Deep Throat, finally revealed publicly in 2005 as FBI official W. Mark Felt.
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53 Entries
October 21, 2016
May friends and family have fond memories of his life. Condolences. WC Florida
Lena Williams
February 1, 2015
Rest in peace.
Gloria
January 5, 2015
Thank for your service to our country. you will be missed.
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November 19, 2014
You will be terribly missed.
Bambi McKibbon-Turner
October 30, 2014
While I did not have the honor of knowing Mr. Bradlee, I have always held the deepest respect for him and the principles for which he stood. My deepest sympathies to his family and to the friends whom he left behind. Rest in peace, Mr. Bradlee.
October 29, 2014
May God give you comfort in His promise .
John 5:28
TMF
October 29, 2014
Sending you the deepest sympathy to you furing this time. No matter how old a loved one is, it's still hard. When God calls out to Ben, he will wake up and return to the vigor of his youth. (Job 33:25) He will continue to do his writing style once again.
T Simmons
October 28, 2014
Wanted to express my condolences to the family for
your family loss.May the God of all comfort be with you
October 26, 2014
GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.
PRAYERS FOR YOUR FAMILY.
Anne
October 26, 2014
He was a pioneer in his field. He set standards for today. I pray that the family can have comfort and peace, from God during this difficult time.
Richard McHugh
October 25, 2014
We pray for the Bradlee family at this time. We have learned so much thanks to Ben.
Katherine Beeson
October 25, 2014
This man, through his pursuit of the truth in the Watergate scandal, inspired me to become a reporter. RIP Ben and thanks.
M Scott
October 25, 2014
May God grant Ben Bradlee family and friends comfort during this time of sorrow. Psalm,68:20
The Carter Family
October 24, 2014
Such integrity as that which Mr. Bradley displayed throughout his political career is highly valued and is indeed precious in God's eyes. (Psalm 72:14). Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss, dear loved ones. Ben Bradlee will be long remembered; he will be greatly missed.
A. H.
October 24, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
ER
October 24, 2014
Courage. Integrity. Honesty. Thank you, Mr. Bradlee for telling the stories that had to be told.
October 23, 2014
This was truly an amazing person with so much talent the loss is clearly ours. Prayers fill our hearts and burst forth from our mouths to God asking him to let us remember clearly the love we have for this wonderful person gone from our lives never forgetting the joy we shared. Hebrews 6:10.
Gaye Brewer
October 23, 2014
Dear Trina and Dino,
Your in my thoughts and prayers.
I know your a navykid too.
God Bless,
Gaye Brewer
October 23, 2014
May these words be acceptable to you.Thoughts of bereavement and condolence, may you have comfort by means of God's Holy Spirit..palm.32:7..DM.
Garcia
October 23, 2014
Rest in peace,Ben Bradlee. May God watch over and bless your family, friends during this time, by prayers and blessings sent to all.
October 23, 2014
Sorry to hear about your loss. May you find hope in the God of all comfort. 2 Cor. 1:3-5
Nancy Woodwell-Freedman
October 23, 2014
My prayers, thoughts & condolences go out to the family, friends and associates of Ben Bradley. Mr. Bradley was truly a national treasure, an iconic newspaper man and a hero in my eyes. He was an outstanding example & representative of our greatest generation. We won't see another like Ben Bradley anytime soon. May his blessed memory be a comfort to his loved ones and may he rest in eternal peace.
October 23, 2014
Ben,thanks for helping Janet Cooke win her Pulitzer prize.
October 23, 2014
To the family, my condolences
October 23, 2014
Condolences to the family of Ben Bradlee.
May you cherish the many precious memories. Also, remember that the drawing close to God in prayer will give you comfort and peace at this time.
Faith Tobin
October 22, 2014
Dear Bradlee Family my condolences's and I heard.I'm sorry for your'e loss.luv,Faith p.s.he'll surely be missed.
Metropolitan Ephraem Bertolette
October 22, 2014
"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints."-Psalm 116:15. News was never so interesting nor trust-worthy. R.I.P.
Mark Groesbeck
October 22, 2014
It is easy to look back and say WOW when we recall the path Ben Bradlee chose during Watergate. However I don't think we can begin to imagine what must have been going through his mind as he was making the decisions he made. I would guess he literally put his life on the line in favor of fair reporting. This is a hero. This is someone America can be proud of!
Benjamin Shapiro
October 22, 2014
I recall having mixed martinis at the Harrimans for Ben and myself, much to Sally Quinn's chagrin. He was a completely charming and engaging man who displayed great courage. Rest in peace.
Mike Dugan
October 22, 2014
Thank you for your OUTSTANDING service to our country.
I will always remember your relationship with JFK and your news stories about Richard Nixon.
Peace to you my friend.
David Norman
October 22, 2014
We are blessed to have his service to our country. He left an important legacy.
October 22, 2014
Please accept my sincere condolences. May you find comfort and strength in prayer.
vitaline O'Toole
October 22, 2014
Now Tom O'Toole has someone to argue with about the Giants/Redskins. Ben guided The Post to excellence. Tom was proud to be a writer there for so many years covering the space program. Vitty O'Toole
October 22, 2014
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your dear loved one. May you find comfort at 2 Thesalonians 2:16,17
B Lucas
October 22, 2014
Your tender thoughts of Ben will no doubt bring back good memories. A full life with many accomplishments brings success. My sincere condolence.
Erma Sayles
October 22, 2014
You were a crusader for the truth. Inspiring still. Thank you. Condolences to all who loved you.
Elizabeth Webster
October 22, 2014
There was never a better time in Washington – never smarter, never more fun – than when you and yours were stirring things up for us here. Thanks for your magnificent life, Mr. Bradlee. - Condolences and equal appreciation to your lovely Ms. Quinn.
For myself and my father, Donald, in remembrance of those vibrant times.
October 22, 2014
May it comfort you to know that God, as well as others, care. May the peace of God be with you.
anymous
October 22, 2014
you are a good person condolences to your family
donnie mcallister
October 22, 2014
Thank you
October 22, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Virginia Leistman
October 22, 2014
I remember Ben from way back and truly admired the man. my sincere condolences to the family of this remarkable man. Virginia Leistman
October 22, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Michael Fannon
October 22, 2014
Deepest condolences to Quinn Bradlee and his mother both of whom I knew at Gow School. Will be keeping you all in your prayers and RIP to your father.
October 22, 2014
You were one of my favorite people. Doesn't seem right that you are no longer here.
Will miss you
Karin Marie Kendrick
October 21, 2014
...May the work I've done speak for me... R.I.P
m gaul
October 21, 2014
My his soul RIP..
Strength to family & friends..
Stephen Fox
October 21, 2014
~ Ben Bradlee: God's speed to you, sir. You did very well.
Sally Quinn: I'm so sorry for your loss. Maintain the good fight.
I remain,
Stephen James Fox
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Charles Douglas Edwards
October 21, 2014
Rest In Peace (RIP) !!!
October 21, 2014
Please accept my sympathy and may almighty God comfort the family.
October 21, 2014
My condolences for your loss. As time passes, continue to draw close to those who love and support you, cherish the fond memories you have and gain strength from our Heavenly Father who knows your pain. (Isaiah 63:9)
E.W, ILLINOIS
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