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BRADLEY MASH Obituary

ITASCA - Bradley S. Mash, age 69, a resident of Itasca, IL, passed away on Sunday, August 8, 2021, at the University of Chicago Hospital in Chicago, IL after a long battle with blood cancer. He was born on June 19, 1952, in Binghamton, NY to David and Ruth Mash. Brad was an accomplished businessman and had a career in consulting and technology sales. He had a great deal of success during his positions with Exxon, United Airlines, Unisys, and Oracle. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Mash of Itasca; two sons, Michael (Meredith) Mash of Wheaton and Christopher (Jacqueline) Mash of Chicago; two grandchildren, Nolan and Cora Mash; three brothers, Howard (Ellen) Mash, his twin, Martin (Jamie) Mash, and Alan (Carol) Mash; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 12, 2021, at Itasca Country Club in Itasca, IL. Visitation with family will be from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM CST, with a service at 12:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in memory of Bradley S. Mash to support the Blood Cancer Research Program at the University of Chicago Medicine. Checks may be made payable to the "University of Chicago Medicine" and sent to the following address: University of Chicago Gift Administration and Business Data, Bradley S. Mash Memorial, 5235 S. Harper Court, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60615. Donations can also be made at giving.uchicago.edu/Bradley-mash. Family and friends may sign a guest book at HultgrenFH.com. For more information, please call Hultgren Funeral Home at 630-668-0027.

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Published by Daily Herald on Aug. 11, 2021.

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August 11, 2021

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Linda Woodford

September 9, 2021

Pat, Alan let me know last night- I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Brad! You both hold a warm spot in my heart - you as my good friend in HS, and Brad as a neighbor during high school. Lots of fond memories with Brad and Marty and Howie and Alan telling stories and fun visits next door. I always loved that you two got together and married, what a great match! He will be missed by all, I know. My heart goes out to you and the family. Prayers and best of wishes. Love, Linda (Tarbell) Woodford

Frank Laurie

August 22, 2021

My sincere condolences to Pat & your family. I remember many great days when Brad was with Skymall and United. We would run into each other on the train from the city and share stories of “ the good memories of United- and the friends we had in common” Brad was always the complete professional Rest In Peace my friend!!

Dave Tanenhaus

August 20, 2021

Howie, Marty and Alan,

So sorry to note Brad’s passing. We had great times as kids, hanging out at the JCC, your house and anywhere that would have us. We played ping pong, pool, cards, etc. during those carefree pre college times. Please accept my condolences. Dave

Francesca Corea

August 18, 2021

Marty I am sorry to hear this sad news.

Scott Garner

August 16, 2021

Pat & family - my heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Just hearing Brad's name always brought a smile to my face and I'm glad I knew him. He will be missed.

Sylvia Walsh

August 14, 2021

Patty and family - We are so saddened to learn of. Brads passing. Just didn’t seem right of such a wonderful guy like him who was such an amazing man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!! Much Love and God Bless you all!!

Mark and Mary Vogel

August 14, 2021

Pat, Michael and Chris - We are so sorry for all of you. Brad always made us smile with all his life stories. His sense of humor always made us laugh no matter what. I loved golfing Itasca with him such a great person! Mary and I always enjoyed sitting with you guys all those years at soccer. Our deepest sympathies to you all.

Gary Moerke

August 13, 2021

To Brad's family: My name is Gary Moerke. I worked with Brad when both he and I worked for Unisys. He was the salesman for Air Canada and I was the service provider. We had many phone calls to each other and he told me a lot about all of you. We spent time together at our Marketing Center at St. Paul de France near Nice. He was a great business partner and a good friend. He told me many times that Thanksgiving was his favorite holiday. It was a day to cook and relax. Please accept my condolences. We lost a good man.

Marcia Feola

August 13, 2021

To Howie, Marty, Alan and Pat,
I was so saddened to hear of Bradley’s death. He was a dear friend for many years. I have lots of silly memories from when we were kids. We spent a lot of time at each of our houses. I adored your parents. Brad was such a great guy, always smiling, kind, and loving. He spoke of all of you with deep love and affection. I hope your memories will sustain you in these difficult times. We will always miss him.

Marcia Feola

August 13, 2021

To Howie, Marty, Alan and Pat,
I was so saddened to hear of Bradley’s death. He was a dear friend for many years. I have lots of silly memories from when we were kids. We spent a lot of time at each of our houses. I adored your parents. Brad was such a great guy, always smiling, kind, and loving. He spoke of all of you with deep love and affection. I hope your memories will sustain you in these difficult times. We will always miss him.

Ivan Bekkers

August 13, 2021

Pat,

I am so sorry to hear of Brad's passing. So many great memories from working and traveling with him. So many stories...My deepest sympathy goes to you and the family.

Ivan

Steve Fus

August 13, 2021

Pat,

I’m very sorry to hear of the loss of Brad. I always enjoyed working with him at United and have very fond memories from those times. I pray that you find comfort in your memories of Brad.

Kathy Stephens

August 13, 2021

Pat,
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kathy Forgue-Stephens

Barb Gordon-Craig

August 12, 2021

Marty and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother, my thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Kathleen and Jim Bennett

August 12, 2021

Pat and family
My heart is heavy for you and your family on Brads passing. He always had a twinkle in his eye and and smile when he was up to something - and that was frequently. Hope your heart is filled with all the fond and fun memories you and Brad shared.

Charlotte O’Donnell

August 12, 2021

Sorry for your loss much to early in life. Enjoyed working with Brad at United. He was always upbeat and ready to innovate new ideas. Hoping the good memories help you through this time of loss.

Herb Montague

August 12, 2021

Marty, I'm so sorry about your twin brother Brad .

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August 12, 2021

Chris and Jacqueline,

We are so very sorry to hear of Brad's passing. Although we never met him, we heard so many wonderful things about him from Frank and Mary. We were looking forward to meeting him a year from now at your wedding. Our deepest sympathy to you and to the family.

Margie and Alex

Karen Cyr

August 12, 2021

Pat,
We are so sorry for your loss. I know family will be there for you and we wish you comfort in that.
Love,
Cousin Karen and Rick

Martin White

August 12, 2021

I had the good fortune of working with both Brad and Pat at United Airlines. He was good at his job, but more importantly he was one of those people who could be trusted to always do the right thing. His word was as good as gold. When my wife and I moved to Chicago in 1991, Brad and Pat made us feel welcome and Brad made sure I knew exactly where to play the best golf. He was equally fun to be around on the golf course as he was in the office. He made everyone around him smile and feel better about themselves. He's one of the good guys.

Mark Schwab

August 12, 2021

Dear Pat,
I’m so sorry to hear about Brad’s passing. He was a delight to be around; always cheerful, thoughtful and full of stories about travel and golf, passions that we both shared. We will all miss him. Please accept my most sincere condolences. Mark

Andy Studdert

August 11, 2021

Dear Pat—I am so saddened to her the news of Brad’s passing—He was always one of my favorites—no matter what was happening he was upbeat and positive!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family—peace—Andy Studdert

Don Hemmesch

August 11, 2021

Pat, My condolences to you and your family. By happenstance Brad and I toured a mothballed aircraft carrier in San Diego. It was a memorable event for me and he was a big part of it. I had a great day with a great guy.

Charlee Geerling

August 11, 2021

Pat, I am so sorry to hear about Brad's passing. I so enjoyed working with both of you at United and can never recall seeing Brad without a huge smile on his face. Prayers for you and your family.

Lynn and Ranal Young

August 11, 2021

Pat;
Our sincere condolences to you and the family.

Denise Gogola

August 11, 2021

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Brad. He was a kind caring neighbor who always put a smile on our faces when we saw him out walking. Our dog Daisy, in particular had a soft spot for him. We will miss his kind spirit. - The Gogolas

Rachelle Orrico

August 11, 2021

I just wanted to say on this day that all the kids at peacock, benson, and Franzen will miss Mr. Mash very much. He was the best sub ever and always made everyone´s day at school. He was the reason why we wanted to come to school. Rest in heaven.

Barb and Bob Vosburg

August 11, 2021

Pat, our hearts go out to you and your family at this difficult time. May wonderful memories keep you lifted up.

John Fitzsimmons

August 10, 2021

Pat and family,

I was so saddened to hear of Brad’s passing. Knowing Brad, his battle with this awful disease was fought with spirit and determination. As I haven’t seen him in years, he will be forever young to me. His smile was infectious and and his laughter so welcoming. We have so many wonderful high school memories that are cherished to this day. We send are very warmest sympathies to you. Brad and his wonderful family are in our prayers.

Steve Arsenault

August 10, 2021

I had the pleasure of working with Brad at Unisys. He was always a pleasure to be with and was always a gentleman with an incredible sense of humor. My condolences to the family.

Martha Hall

August 10, 2021

Pat I am so sorry for the loss that you and your family have experienced, my thoughts are with you.

Angela Koutsis

August 10, 2021

I was so sorry to hear about Brad passing.
We had such a wonderful conversation this summer in his yard. He thanked me for stopping over, but I have should have thanked him as I now I have such a wonderful memory of him.

Terry Elliott

August 10, 2021

I join with others in expressing my sympathy to Pat, family, and friends on hearing of Brad's passing. What a pleasure it was working with Brad. He was respected and liked by clients and colleagues, co-workers and assistants. And we all learned early and often of how he loved his family!

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