Sgt. Bradley Thomas "Brad" Davidson

Sgt. Bradley "Brad" Thomas Davidson, 24, passed away on September 4, 2025, in Collinsville, Illinois. Born on March 27, 2001, in Springfield, Missouri, Bradley lived a life marked by service, adventure, and deep connections with those around him.

Bradley grew up in Nixa, Missouri, where he attended Nixa High School. After high school, he entered boot camp at Fort Leonard Wood and went on to serve his country with honor as a member of the Army National Guard. As part of the military police, Bradley was deployed to Arifjan Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

Following his military service, Bradley began working for a security company, continuing his path of protecting and serving others. His professional journey was an extension of his character: steadfast, reliable, and always willing to step forward when needed.

Bradley found joy in the natural world and spent much of his free time outdoors. He loved kayaking along quiet waters, camping under open skies, and engaging in spirited games of paintball. Animals held a special place in his heart, and he cherished time spent surrounded by nature's beauty. These passions brought him peace and allowed him to connect deeply with the world around him.

He was also a person of faith who attended North Point Church in Nixa. His spiritual life provided strength and guidance throughout his journey.

Bradley is lovingly remembered by his parents, Edwin and April Davidson; his sister, Sierra Walrath; grandparents, Nancy Land, and Dan and Sharon Wyatt; great-grandmother, Florence Hoffarth (103 years of age); uncle, Greg Land; aunt, Trudy Aldridge (Greg Aldrige); cousins: Megan Land, Dakota Land, and Ariel Aldridge; aunt, Danielle Fulp (husband Lonnie); uncle, Phillip Davidson; as well as many other relatives and friends whose lives were touched by his presence.

He was preceded in passing by his grandfather, Wayne Land, and great-grandfather, Willard Hoffarth.

Bradley Thomas Davidson was loved by many and will be deeply missed. May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him and continue to inspire all who honor his legacy of service and love for life.

Visitation will be on Thursday, September 18, 2025, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Springfield, Missouri. Funeral services and a final salute will be on Friday, September 19, 2025, 11:30 AM at Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Springfield, Missouri. Following funeral services, Sgt. Davidson will be escorted by the Warrior Watch Riders to Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield, Missouri, where he will received full military honors and be laid to rest.

Care has been entrusted to Walnut Lawn Funeral Home, Ltd. - DeGraffenreid-Wood Crematory, Springfield, Missouri.