Roy G. Bradley

BRADLEY, Roy G.
Passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2004 in Eskaton Village, Carmichael. Typical of his life for the past 88 years, Roy was surrounded by friends and family during his final hours. He was born February 9, 1916 in Denver Colorado and spent his early years in Montana's Paradise Valley. He lived the past 52 years in Sacramento where he devoted time to his family, community and friends. He enjoyed a successful business, R.G. Bradley Investments, for over 35 years, and also taught courses for the Dale Carnegie Program for over 35 years. His commitment to community was reflected in his work with the Sacramento Chamber of Commerce, Sacramento Camellia Festival, PTA, Oak Plain Masons, and his great love, the Golden Empire Council of the Boy Scouts of America. He served the Boy Scouts from Cub Master to President of the Golden Empire Council, as well as service to the national Boy Scout Organization. Roy also enjoyed flying and took every opportunity to transport friends, scout volunteers and business associates to wherever they needed to go, whether it was to the Nut Tree for Friday morning breakfasts, off the California Coast for whale watching, or to scout Jamborees in Idaho. When not flying, working or volunteering, Roy and his wife Betty enjoyed many years of travel. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Betty Bradley, sons Gary (Bobbie) of Sacramento, Gordon ( Jackie) of Seattle, and daughter Barbara Bradley Harrison of Sacramento. Grand children , Glenn Cowles (Cynthia) of Granite Bay, Autumn Bradley Roth (Adam) of Seattle, Matthew Bradley and Sarah Bradley of Sacramento. Great grandchildren Brandon and Austin Cowles of Granite Bay, and cousins in Montana. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends. A Celebration of Roy Bradley's life will be held on Friday, February 20th at 3:00pm at Eskaton Village, South Auditorium, 3939 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, California. Memorial contributions may be made to the Boy Scouts of America, Golden Empire Council, 251 Commerce Circle, Sacramento, California, 95815.