William F. Bradish

Massena: William "Bill" Francis Bradish, age 88, passed away on October 14, 2025. There will be no public calling hours or funeral services. Arrangements for William will be under the direction and guidance of the Phillips Memorial Home in Massena. A graveside service to take place in St. Patrick's Cemetery in Brasher Falls, NY at 11:00 am with full Military Honors on Friday November 7, 2025.
Born July 11, 1937, in Massena to the late Thomas K. and Ellen (Hammill) Bradish. Bill had joined the Army in 1955, he was honorably discharged March 31, 1963. Upon his return, Bill started working for the Town of Massena as a heavy equipment operator for 32 years until his retirement in 1993. He married Alvina Jane Howley on April 23, 1960, at St. Patrick's Church in Brasher Falls, NY with Monsignor Hannan presiding, where they celebrated 62 years of marriage until her passing on February 9, 2022.
He enjoyed spending time in the great outdoors, at Barney Pond Hunting Camp in South Colton. He enjoyed fishing where he could be found on the Raquette River in his past time. He enjoyed spending quality time with his grandchildren, watching their hockey games, and attending their award ceremonies. He was very proud of each and every one of his grandchildren. Bill loved the summer and enjoyed sitting in his rocking chair on his front porch soaking up all the sun he could and listening to Willy's Roadhouse. But his all-time favorite was his cat companion "Mr. Binx" who never left his side.
Bill is survived by his children, Michael and Lori Bradish, Cathy Bradish, Lori and Rob Burns and Kristine and Robert Rusaw all of Massena, NY. He is also survived by his eight grandchildren; Jarred and wife Jenna Bradish, Janelle Bradish, Sara husband Nate LaDuke, Mark Henophy and companion Jenna Cruickshank, Lauren Henophy, Sophia and Logan Benoit, step grandson, Evan Tarr along with 12 great-grandchildren; Emma, Baylor, Amelia, Conor, Madison, Kendall, Kent, Karter, Khloe, Olivia, Jack, Stella, his sisters, Ellen Wilson and companion Allen Brown, Doris Chenier both of Massena and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Bill was predeceased by his grandson Jeremy P. Kearns in 2018. His granddaughter Elizabeth Collins in 2022. His daughter Cathy's fiancé Jeffrey LaFave in 2025. A Sister Marie Ramsey and Brother Thomas Bradish.
Memorial c contributions may be acknowledged with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; P.O. Box 1893, Memphis, Tennessee, 38101.
Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Bill along with photos and condolences online by visiting www.PhillipsMemorial.com