Bradford Gill

1932 - 2020

Bradford Gill obituary, 1932-2020, Longmeadow, MA

Bradford Gill

1932 - 2020

Bradford Gill Obituary

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Bradford Gill, of Longmeadow, MA, passed away on April 24, 2020. He was born April 16, 1932 in Springfield, MA to the late Maryrose and Clyde Gill. Brad graduated from Classical High School and Babson College. He served in the Armed Forces before taking over and working alongside his three sons in two family businesses. Brad is survived by his wife of 66 years, five children, eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren and lots and lots of best friends. He lived a great life and was dearly loved by his family and friends. In large and small ways, he quietly gave back to the community. Memorial donations would be accepted with gratitude at the Community Music School of Springfield, 127 State Street, Springfield, MA 01103, or to the charity of one’s choice. Forastiere Smith Funeral Home, East Longmeadow has been entrusted with arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.forastiere.com.

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Timothy Collins

May 3, 2020

Jayne and Clyde, I was very sorry to hear of Brad's passing. He was a wonderful man to work for, and to know. May he rest in peace.

Ed Weaver

May 2, 2020

Brad was a great human being, gentleman, and the best boss I ever had. His kindness to me and my family, during our difficult times, will always be remembered. Surely, he is with a loving God. Jayne, may you find peace in knowing that.

April 29, 2020

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it's the memories of you that are the most precious.

By Lamaretta Simmons

Tracy Carman

April 28, 2020

Jayne and family:

I'm speechless. My deepest condolences. I enjoyed my years on MacDuffie's board working with Brad and ALWAYS considered him to be a great friend through the years. I'd run into him at Starbucks or having lunch with Jim Shriver at Uno's and we'd take the time to catch up! I'll miss him. May his memory be a blessing...!

Jim Baker

April 28, 2020

Chris, Patty, Brad and Sally and the entire Gill family. Our condolences on the passing of your Dad/Grandfather. Thoughts and prayers are with you and Sugar. Many memories of a life well lived. May he rest in peace!
Sue and Jim

Sue Roy

April 28, 2020

Jayne my heart felt thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. It was such a pleasure spend time with Brad talking and sharing a laugh while I cut his hair. He had a Big personality. Sue Roy

Maureen

April 28, 2020

My condolences to Jayne and the Gill family. I met Brad many years ago and found him to be a polite and humerous gentleman. He was certainly the fiber of his family! His legacy is the family that he has left behind!

Mike Williams

April 27, 2020

Dear Chris and Peter,
My sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad. We had chatted just a short time ago as he and Jim Shriver enjoyed lunch at the Kitchen. It was nice to hear him talk of going to the office at that time keeping busy at one of the things he liked to do.
All my best to you and the entire family, your Dad will be missed by many and cherish your many memories together.
Mike Williams
Singer Island, FL
Longmeadow, MA

April 27, 2020

Our condolences for such a friendly man!
Ned and Allen Steiger

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