Robert K. Bradley
1943 - 2014
Robert K. Bradley
1943 - 2014
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Robert Kenneth Bradley, 71, of Jacksonville, FL passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2014. He was born in Monroeville, AL, and graduated from Monroe County High School, Troy State University, and Samford University pharmacy school in Birmingham, where he graduated in 1966. He then joined his father and brother at the family business, Bradley’s Drugstore, on the courthouse square in Monroeville. Growing up, he worked at the drugstore soda fountain, where he met his wife, Sandra, who wrapped presents at the store during Christmas holidays. He later joined Eli Lilly as a pharmaceutical salesman, working for them for 28 years. Though retired, he was always a pharmacist, answering questions about correct dosages and medication, and known as Dr. Bob to his friends.
Bob was known for his positive attitude, his motto to live every day to the fullest, and his musical abilities which not only included saxophone and trumpet, but whistling and harmonica. He belonged to Fruit Cove Baptist Church, where he played trumpet in the orchestra. He volunteered at Tomoka Correctional Facility in the prison ministry and Toastmaster’s program serving as a mentor to many men in confinement, and upon their release.
Bob is predeceased by his father, Felix Maxwell Bradley II, his mother, Elizabeth Kennedy Bradley, his brother, Felix Maxwell Bradley III. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Sandra Reeves Bradley, his brother, John Bradley; daughter, Kimberly Bradley (Craig) Barzso, St. Augustine; Robert Kenneth Bradley (Katy), Lincolnton, NC; grandchildren, Isaac Bradley Barzso and Phoebe Xiao Yue Barzso, Maxwell Kenneth Bradley, Riley Jackson Bradley, Evangeline Reese Bradley.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00am (TODAY) Saturday, August 9th in Fruit Cove Baptist Church, 501 State Rd 13, Fruit Cove with the Rev. Dr. Timothy Maynard officiating. A Private Interment will be held at a later date in Mandarin Cemetery. Donations can be made to the Fruit Cove Baptist Church Prison Ministry.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223. www.hgmandarin.com (904) 288-0025.
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Nick Whitehurst
April 25, 2015
Please excuse these extremely belated condolences. I graduated from pharmacy school at Howard in 1965. My acquaintance with Bob was renewed during his many visits to NEFSH where I worked at the conclusion of my career. I always thought very highly of Bob. We enjoyed reminiscing and attempting to recall mutual friends from our days at Howard.
Bruce Hoven
December 3, 2014
Sandra, Ginger and I send our prayers to you and family during this time of sadness for you. We will never forget you and Bob's friendship at Manhatten apartments on Broadway St when we were in college at Howard.
We love you.
Bruce Hoven
Jackson, Ala
Scott Pool
September 23, 2014
A true man of God was Robert! I worked with Bob in the Lilly Prison division. He was such a light in. A dark place! I will always cherish his smile, good humor and funny stories. I will remember him best as the guy who cared for everyone and made people feel valued!
What a great legacy he has left!
August 23, 2014
Dear Sandra, Kim, Kenneth and family,
As a young teenager, I remember being so happy spending time with your family. You and Bob shared such a special love for each other, family & friends. Bob was an exceptional, talented, giving, honorable man, with a great smile! Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your life so many years ago. I can only imagine how dearly Bob is missed. Much love to your family. ~Tammy McEntee~
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Carol Howard
August 16, 2014
Sandra, I am so sorry to hear about Bob. Even though I have not kept up with most people in Monroeville, I do remember Bob as the football player and classmate and you for the cheerleading. God bless you as you struggle through this grieving process. Bob obviously had the right idea of life and how it was to be lived. My sincere sympathy goes to you and your family. Carol Binion Howard (Prospect, Kentucky)
dl
August 15, 2014
My deepest condolences to the Bradley family. May you find comfort in knowing that when God restores Paradise, he will undo all causes of suffering. (Ps 37:11) Then our tears of sorrow will become tears of great joy. May your memories continue to provide you comfort at this time of great sorrow
August 14, 2014
Our deepest condolences to the Bradley family, our daughter Deby and her family thought the most high respect of you Sandra and Bob, may god wrap his arms around you and give you peace ,The Treros
Connie Kirkland
August 14, 2014
So sad to hear of Bob's passing. May God comfort you with His peace as only He can. He will truly be missed. I felt privileged to know him.
Wanda and Joe Wimberly
August 12, 2014
Sandra, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are saddened at the loss of Bob.
Brian Devinney
August 11, 2014
Much love and light to you, Kim, and Kenneth. My thoughts and prayers have been with all of you during this time.
Doug and Susan Gornto
August 11, 2014
Sandra, we are very sorry to hear about Bob. He will surely be missed by all his friends and family!
Tracee Graham
August 10, 2014
Dear God, I pray for Mrs. Bradley and her family in this time and need for comfort. Lord, please watch oover them and continue to be present in their lives as they grieve and celebrate Mr. Bradley's life. Lord, we thank you for the precious time that you gave us with Mr. Bradley and, Lord, we know that he is with you, he is home. God, thank you all your blessings and please help us to see you and trust in you. Amen.
I remember Mr. Bradley as the customer who always pulled up through the drive thru with a smile. He will be deeply missed by us all at your WF Bank. -your drive thru teller
Philip Sanchez
August 10, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Bob, his family and friends.
Gary and Kathy Padgett
August 10, 2014
My husband and I have known Bob for many years as a kind and generous man. As each of us worked for many years in Jacksonville as community pharmacists, we always looked forward to his visits as a rep for Eli Lilly. After his retirement, I was so happy to see him from time to time in our community of Fruit Cove. Our sympathies extend to all of Bob's family and may God give you the grace of strength and contentment knowing Bob is in His presence.
Gary and Kathy Padgett, RPhs
Saint Johns, FL
Barbara Fairly
August 9, 2014
Sandra, our heart is broken for you. What a special man Bob was! Kenneth and I have prayed for you so this past few days. The service was a beautiful tribute to his life. We love you and will continue to support you in our prayers. I wish we could do more.
Ryan Smith
August 9, 2014
I wish I could be there today at the ceremony to offer any support. My family and I are so saddened by the news but we will always cherish the memories of Bob's warmth and example.
Shirley Wiggins-Alexander
August 9, 2014
Sandra & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I know you must be devastated. Bob was such a special person he will be greatly missed by all. I know you have so many memories to carry you through. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Don Baggett
August 9, 2014
I am very saddened by the death of Bob. I have many fond memories of growing up in Monroeville with he and Sandra. We shared many good times working together as lifeguards at Vanity Fair Lake. Always the musician Bob would try to teach me to hit various vocal notes and laugh heartedly at my utter failure. He was a good bud. My most sincere sympathies are extended to Sandra and family.
August 9, 2014
Sandra, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this time. May the Jesus that Bob served so faithfully during his life comfort you and the family during this difficult time. Ray Howard
August 9, 2014
Very sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to the family and friends.
Glenn and Millie Sorensen
August 9, 2014
Sandra and Family, while our hearts are saddened by Bob's death, we know that he now lives in a mansion prepared by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We pray that God will bring you all peace that passes all understanding. Sending our love.
August 9, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We love you and we will miss Bob, we thank God for Robert K. Bradley and his loving kindness that he shared with the world. God Bless you,
Stan and Wanda Nelson
Tom- Mattie Howard
August 8, 2014
Our thoughts and Prayer during this time. God bless you with his love during this time.
August 8, 2014
Sandra, Lynn and I are beyond words. It is just incomprehensible that B (that's what we called him in school) has passed. We are in deepest sympathies.
Gaines & Lynn McKinley
Dotsy Carter
August 8, 2014
Dear Ms. Sandra, Kim and Kenneth,
I was sorry to hear about Mr. Bob. I have so many special memories of you all during my childhood. He was a perfect role model for everyone who knew him. Heaven gained a special angel and I can't help but think that he has already made a friend with Lutz to talk some AU football.
I will continue to pray for all of you.
With love, Dotsy
Laurie Kress Mendenhall
August 8, 2014
Sandra and Family,
I can not believe the loss of Bob. It is so difficult to process. I am sure that my parents are so sad over his loss as well....what a true friend that have lost. The memories of his friendship will linger forever. My prayers are with you as you grieve his loss.
August 8, 2014
So very sorry for your loss. Bob was a great guy, and we always used to love talking to him. He had a fabulous sense of humor. Prayers for your family. Claudia Swift, Monroeville
Linda A. Kennedy
August 8, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Sandra. I am deeply saddened by your loss. Bob was always cheerful and uplifting to all who knew him. We love you all.
Tara Elliott
August 8, 2014
Paul and I are covering you in prayer. We are so very sorry for your loss. We love you all!
August 8, 2014
Bob was the brother I never had, and always filled my childhood with happiness by his presence and his humor. Even though I had not seen him in years, his spirit was always in my heart. I am so sorry he was taken from you suddenly, and I am so thankful you have rich memories of him to help you in the days ahead. Judy Williams Belyeu (Tuscaloosa, Al.)
Mary Maloy
August 8, 2014
Dearest Sandra and Family,
In such difficult times, words can not truly express the saddness and the loss we all feel losing Bob to early in life. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family now and in the upcoming difficult times ahead. The positive impact our dear Bob had on so many individuals was profound. His smile says it all and I will treasure the memories we shared. Bob was not only a great salesperson, but I still have the Harmonica he gave me on our many days in the field! God Bless! Mary Maloy
Erica Moore
August 8, 2014
When I joined Lilly 18 years ago, Bob was so welcoming and gracious. He always had a smile and a kind word. He lived life with "the glass is half full" attitude, had an encouraging word for whomever he met and was truly a legend. What a great man. Heaven just welcomed a good and faithful servant. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Helen and Don Baggett
August 8, 2014
So sorry to hear about Bob. He will be missed by a lot of people. Prayers go with Sandra and family at this sad time.
Irma Lowery
August 8, 2014
My prayers and love are with you Sandra, and your family. Bob was one of the sweetest and kindest men ever and he will be so missed by all that knew him. I pray our loving and compassionate God wraps his comforting arms around you all.
Marianne Simmons
August 8, 2014
Sandra, my heart is heavy with sadness for you and your family. Bob was a great person and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wendy Andress Nall
August 8, 2014
My heart truly hurts for all of you. Bob was one of the nicest people I have ever known and my memories go back to the days at MCHS and playing in the band together. When I close my eyes, I still see Bob from high school......always with a smile on his face and making beautiful music with that saxophone. Rest in sweet peace, Bob. You were so loved by all who knew you.
Lynne Pardue
August 8, 2014
Bob was a one of a kind individual, a true treasure. He treated everyone with respect and kindness. You were a better person by being around him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and his friends
charles gustman
August 8, 2014
I worked with Bob for many years at Eli Lilly. He was an inspiration to all and a terrific human being. Out thoughts and prayers are with all family members as you celebrate his life. Chuck Gustman, Tampa
Robert & Connie Dugan
August 8, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I only have the fondest memories of Bob. He was a kind sole, a friend and someone you could always depend on for inspiration. Bob truly impacted those he was around and will be greatly missed. I am comforted in the knowledge that we will see him again in Heaven. Bye my friend!
Chuck Tindel
August 8, 2014
May GOD hold you family in his loving arms.Bob was a great friend and colleague. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Hope Witters
August 7, 2014
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We love all of you and are truly going to miss our friend, Bob. He is leaving behind such a legacy and we will all hold on to his bright smile every day. We now have a great angel watching over us.
Hope, Mattt, Pearce and Ellie Witters
Rod Raphael and Family
August 7, 2014
Bob will be missed. He was a blessing to all us.
Ronnie Taylor
August 7, 2014
Mrs. Sandra and family,
You and family are in our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Bob was a true friend and mentor to me, loved him dearly.
Ronnie, Laura, Jillian & Erin Taylor
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