JOHN BRADLEY

BRADLEY John Alfred Bradley (Age 65) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John A. Bradley of Washington, DC on May 2, 2021 from complications of lung cancer. He died peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family and friends. John is survived by his long-time partner, Nancy H. Maher of Washington, DC; his son Jeffrey A. Bradley of Arlington, VA; his daughter Carolyn M. Bradley of Atlanta, GA; his mother Mrs. Pauline Evers of Estero, FL; his sister Mrs. Pamela Woods of Richmond, VA; his sister Mrs. Renee Brand of Charleston, SC. He will be missed by his beloved hounds Johnson and Lucy. He is preceded in death by his father, Mr. John A. Bradley of Richmond, Virginia and his stepfather, Mr. Garland Evers of Estero, Florida. Loving father and husband, he dedicated a long career at the US Department of Veterans Affairs, retiring after 30 years of service. His many career highlights include managing the VA Liver Transplant Program and being awarded the "Secretary's Award for Exceptional Accomplishments" for leading the effort to defuel a nuclear reactor previously used for VA research activities. A graduate of the University of Maryland and Ball State University, John was an ardent enthusiast of the Maryland Terrapins basketball team and the Washington Nationals. He lived life to the fullest pursuing many interests and passions including collecting and restoring classic cars, fishing, golfing, skiing, cooking, and painting. He loved to read, travel, listen to music, hike in National Parks, and spend time with his many friends and family. A memorial in his honor will be held in the Washington, DC metro area later this year. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the John A Bradley Memorial Fund by visiting a Navy Federal Branch or by calling them, referencing the memorial fund name. Proceeds will be donated to the Surfrider Foundation and the Purple Heart Foundation for Veterans. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the John A Bradley Memorial Fund by visiting a Navy Federal Branch or by calling them, referencing the memorial fund name. Proceeds will be donated to the Surfrider Foundation and the Purple Heart Foundation for Veterans.