Photo courtesy of Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel
Pensacola, Florida
Jan 11, 1940 – Dec 31, 2021 (Age 81)
COL Richard Reddon “Brad” Braddock, Sr., USA (Ret.), passed away peacefully Friday, December 31, 2021.
This was a wonderful 81 years of life lived by a special man. He lived in the best of times and knew it. Brad was born in Jacksonville, FL and lived there until joining the military. He was a man of dignity, pride, and love of country. Brad proudly served his country for 30 years and then went on to work for SAIC for another 17 years to support our military in corporate America.
As a family, we had the most exciting life living and traveling around the world. There was always another country to visit and another move to make. Brad and Betty were married for 56 wonderful years. As a family, we knew our dad and husband loved us the most. He was the “good guy” and our protector. No matter what, he looked for the best in life. Brad loved and followed the University of Alabama. We attended the games during the “Bear Bryant” days while Brad earned his Master’s degree. Roll Tide!
As dementia started to take over Brad’s mind, he was never aware he was changing. That was a true gift from God!
Brad is preceded in death by his daughter, Holly Anne Braddock (2016).
He is survived by his wife, Betty Hudson Braddock; son, Richard Reddon Braddock, Jr. and daughter, Joy Deane Braddock McLaurine and husband Henry McLaurine; the number one grandson, Reddon Clayton McLaurine; as well as his brother, Donald Layton Braddock and wife Deborah.
Funeral Service will be held 11:00am Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, with Rev. Susan Sowers officiating. A brief reception in the parish hall will follow, and then a 1:00pm interment at Barrancas National Cemetery with full Army honors.
As a family we would like to thank, Dr. Anita Westafer (Ret.), Dr Wray, and the wonderful staff of nurses at Sacred Heart-PCU. His last days in Covenant Care Hospice at Sacred Heart Hospital were made so special by everyone there, as it is a very caring and loving space.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Disabled Army Veterans (DAV.org).
Read MoreI just discovered this online and even though some time has passed I want to pay my respects and share my love. Brad and I served together in Germany with the 3rd Armored Div, in Vietnam with the 9th Infantry Div, and in Hawaii with STRATCOMPAC. We were colleagues and friends. He was a great American!
Fred Beshore
January 10, 2023
Brad was a very special man. Just talking to him a few minutes you realized what a brillent gentlemen he was. It was our privedge to know him and call him friend. We will never forget him or the glint in his eye and that little smile he had. And that is how we will always remember Brad. With are deepest sympathy and much love, Henry and Linda Jennings
Henry and Linda Jennings
January 13, 2022 | Gulf Breeze, FL | Friend
Y thoughts and prayers are with your family. You had a great career.
Richard Bowers
January 12, 2022 | Classmate
Sorry for your loss. I remember you talking about him, about how great of a father and a man he was. Prayers of comfort for you and your family.
Bill Shaw
January 11, 2022 | Longview, TX | Classmate
Jesse and I are so shocked in hearing Brad passing. He was such a gentle, kind and sharing person, that love his family. And being a true veteran he spoke many times on his military career and his passion of freedom. Our hearts goes out to the family and we know he will be missed. Our Love, Jesse and Charmaine
Charmaine Rowe
January 11, 2022 | Friend
A dear friend for many years, one of the first to welcome us to Pensacola. Loved him.
Janice LeCocq
January 11, 2022 | Century, FL | Friend
Even though I did not have the pleasure of meeting Col. Braddock, one would know he was a man of special value just by knowing his daughter, Joy. May he rest in peace.
Joan Radven
January 11, 2022 | Cypress, TX | Friend
I did not know Brad for a long time ! We did have some amazing conversations though and great walks together ! He was a very special man who will truly be missed! Rest In Peace my friend.
Linda Gravelding
January 10, 2022 | Navarre, FL
Brad was a happy, caring man. I enjoyed being with Betty & Brad at holidays, cruising, spending time in the mountains.
& being together.
Joy & Henry always made such wonderful arrangements.
So thankful he’s in a much better place. Having his burial on his birthday is special. Til we meet again.
Love, Juanell McLaurine
Juanell McLaurine
January 10, 2022 | Spring Branch, TX | Family
