Donald W Bradley

Donald W Bradley obituary, Monaca, PA

Donald W Bradley

Donald Bradley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services - Monaca on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Donald W. Bradley, 82 passed away peacefully at his residence in West Mayfield on Saturday, February 1, 2025, following a courageous bout with cancer.
Born in Pittsburgh, Don's journey through life was marked by his unwavering strength and dedication to service.
After completing high school, Don displayed a commitment to his country by enlisting in the U.S. Army in 1960. His three years of service were characterized by honor and pride, culminating in an honorable discharge in 1963. Don's career path led him to Beckwith Machinery Co in Clearfield, PA, where he played a role in the parts department. His commitment to the community was evident through his tenure as a part-time police officer with the Lawrence Township Police Department, as well as his time spent as an EMT and deputy coroner. In the latter years of his career, Don continued his tenure at Beckwith's Murrysville location from where he retired.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Nora J. Bradley, who passed away on February 2, 2018. His parents, William J. and Alice Bradley, sister Margaret Ingelido, and brother Charles Bradley, also predeceased him. Don's legacy lives on through his family, including his two daughters, Beth (Dan) Phillis with whom he made his home and Diana (Nick) Quintana; his grandchildren, Devin (Amber) Phillis and Keelan ( Kirsten) Phillis; and his great-grandchildren, Riley and Scarlett. His brother, Raymond (Paula) Bradley and sister Katherine (Jack) Leasher also survive him.
Don's love for sports was a constant throughout his life, with a particular enthusiasm for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He enjoyed the camaraderie of the game, as well as the thrill of playing the PA Lottery. He was a member of the Beaver Falls American Legion Post and a former member of the Slickville American Legion Post..
Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, February 6th from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, where services will be held on Friday at 11 AM. Burial will be beside his late wife, Nora at Twin Valley Memorial Park, Delmont.
The family wishes to thank AHN Hospice for the compassionate care they provided to Don during this time.
In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorial contributions be made, in Don's memory to the National Pancreatic Foundation.
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