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Michael Bradley Obituary
Our Mikey was taken from us too soon last Saturday in a tragic plane accident in Texas. Mike was a truly kind, generous and strong man who loved the simple things in life. He has many friends and was deeply & truly loved by his family and everyone who knew him. Mike loved his family, his life, his Beta brothers, the outdoors and the loves of his life - Allison, Kadee and Madison. Mike was born in Salt Lake City on May 24, 1968, to Dale E. and Barbara Birch Bradley. Mike was a proud Eagle Scout and football letterman at Skyline High School. Mike graduated from Skyline High School and attended the University of Utah, where he was a fiercely loyal member of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity and was later graduated from Westminster College with a degree in accounting. Mike has been involved in the real estate industry as an investor, agent and broker for most of his adult life. He started his career in commercial real estate and was the principal broker of MBA Realty. Mike worked with many local and national real estate professionals and most recently has been working with his friends at Celtic Bank assisting with the disposition of real estate assets. Mike was the most physically and emotionally strong person we have ever known. He learned to snow ski and water ski at a very early age and he loved his time spent up at Bear Lake. His home on the Lake was his heaven, his respite and his sanctuary. He was incredibly generous with his "toys" and the time he spent at the lake with his family. Mike leaves behind his best friend and life-partner, Allison Leishman, daughters KadeeLeishman Wolfgram (expectant granddaughter and husband Daniel Wolfgram), his favorite little girl Madison Leishman, parents Dale E. and Barbara Birch Bradley, sister Heather Bradley and nephews Conner and Keegan Turner. Mike leaves behind many beloved friends and many wonderful memories and will be missed by every life he touched.
A Celebration of his Life will be held at the University of Utah Rice Eccles Stadium Tower (6th Floor) on Friday, January 18th at 1pm. Online condolences at www.larkinmortuary.com.
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reila armstrong
January 23, 2013
Allison
I was heartbroken When news reached me of this unlikely and isolated incident taking Mike from your life in such a way. I know how much he loved you. Even though not a life long friend like Jeff, it was so evident even to me his feelings for you. Take that love and let it be what heals you now. My heart aches for you. Hang in there "Beautiful Lady".
Reila Armstrong & Chance
Rod Vogel
January 19, 2013
The amount of people who attended Mike's celebration of his life was a testimonial to the many people whose lives he had touched. Sitting in the front row you were unable to see that every seat was taken and a huge amount of people were standing in the back. All wanting to express their love and appreciation to Mike and your families. Looking down I am sure Mike was pleased!
Heather Alcorn
January 19, 2013
Mike,
I really wish I could have been in town yesterday...I can't believe you're gone. I know we haven't kept in touch over the years, but this has been so hard for me to accept. You were such a good friend and helped me through so much many years ago, and I hope you knew how much I appreciated the friendship you gave me. I will miss you.
Heather Alcorn (Hilton)
Laurie Parsons
January 19, 2013
Dale,Barb & Heather,
You were always like a 2nd family to me. I loved Heather & Mike like my brother and sister. We always had such fun playing together at Bear Lake each summer as children whether it was in the water, building forts by the swamp river or exploring. Mike was a terrific guy so full of life and adventure. That's how I'll remember Mike...at Bear Lake doing what he loved in his element. Heaven got an amazing angel that Saturday morning and I do believe he's watching over all of you still with love in his heart. May you all find peace & comfort in the days ahead. I love you all and may god bless your family.
January 18, 2013
Dale,Barbara,Heather
Sorry to here of your loss, our
hearts are with at this time
Harold and Jeannette Huntzinger
Scott Keller
January 18, 2013
Barb Dale and Allison
Trying to find words of comfort is just impossible. You have always been such a beautiful family and to lose Mike must seem too much to bear. Our thought and prayers are with you. Michael was a wonderful young man taken too soon but will alway be in our memory.
Dick & Eileen Noyes
January 18, 2013
Dale and Barbara: Too soon, too tragic. Our thoughts and support go out to you at this time of grief. We will always fondly remember your fine son Michael. We have good memories of him from his entire life.
January 18, 2013
Dale and family, So very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. We did not know him but it is evident he was a kind,sincere, and loving man, I venture to say much like his Dad. Wishing you peace at this difficult time. Frank and Annette Uhrhan, Mesa, Arizona
Mike Bailey
January 18, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was, as others have said, the most caring and happy person in any room he was in. Everyone who ever met him considered him a friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. The world has lost one of the great ones.
Kurt Christiansen
January 18, 2013
To the Bradley family, Allison and your family, I am so sad about the passing of Michael. He was an old friend, fraternity brother, and crewed on several sailing vacations with me. He will be truly missed by all. I am so sorry for your loss.
Bradley, may you have “fair winds and following seas" on your final voyage.
Charles Dayton
January 17, 2013
Really sorry to hear about Mike. He was always positive and, as has been noted, remarkable strong. Our prayers to the Bradley family.
January 17, 2013
Dale, Barb, Heather & Allison,
Our lives will never be the same. Michael was a great man,friend and uncle. I love you and wish you peace during this very difficult time.
Jack Turner
Theresa Weber Noble
January 17, 2013
My heart aches for those you have left behind. May we find comfort in those small things that will always remind us of you. Bradley, you made a positive impact in our lives and we are forever thankful.
January 17, 2013
Barbara, So sorry to hear of the loss of you Son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Janet Haskins (remember me from the EMC Ward years ago.)
Joe and Vera Osguthorpe
January 17, 2013
Trying to find words of comfort to all of you is just impossible. You have always been such a beautiful family and to lose Mike must seem too much to bear. Joe always enjoyed working with Dale and Mike in scouting, they were such a great example of a father and son! We pray for your peace and strength at this time.
Karen Bettilyon
January 17, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. May God grant you strength in the days to come. Love to you, Karen and Barney Bettilyon
Mark & Kathie Anderson
January 17, 2013
Dear Barbara and Dale,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Jake Davis
January 17, 2013
Mike,
You will be missed my friend. You were a great friend to all who knew you. You were like a big brother to me and it is with tears in my eyes that I remember the good times we had. I will miss you and I am truly saddened by our loss.
Jake Davis
January 17, 2013
Allison and all who knew Mike: We will all miss our dear friend Mike. I can't hold back the tears thinking about how sad I truly am at the loss of Michael Bradley...
Clair Patterson
January 16, 2013
Allyson,
We all share great pain learning of your loss, Michael was a great friend to many. May you find your way during such hard and unexpected times.
Sue Mannos
January 16, 2013
May you feel the love our family all send your way. May God cover you with his wings of courage and strength to walk on. He gave us all good examples of happiness. I can never remember when he was not smiling.
Sincerely, Sue Mannos
January 16, 2013
Dale, very sorry to read of your loss. Our very best to you and Barbara. Larry and Linda Leeper
Chris Badger
January 16, 2013
My dear friends... Dale, Barbara and Heather (weasle),
What a sad tragedy and loss. I was so shocked and saddened to hear about Mike's passing. I have fond memories of playing at your home and having gone to school with Mike. He was a great guy, one to look up to! My thoughts and prayers are with you and may you all find comfort in the sweet memories that you have. I'm so sorry.
Love you all, Chris
January 16, 2013
Barbara and Dale,
It is hard to put into words the sorrow Bob and I felt when hearing about the tragedy involving Michael's passing.Know that we are keeping you both in our prayers and making a donation in Michael's name to The Childrens Cancer Research Fund. Love,Mary and Bob Anderson
David Madsen
January 16, 2013
Michael- How Can I Express the Brilliant Moments we Have Shared over the Years? My Best, Scolie
Don Goulding (hunsaker)
January 16, 2013
Bradley Family,
So sorry to here about Mikes unexpected passing. It was great growing up with him in the neighborhood. my prayers go out to all of u. Sister n Brother Bradley n Heather also. so sorry.
Joel Smith
January 16, 2013
Words cannot express how the world is a different place without you Mike.
You affected so many people in exactly the same way in that your kindess, genuine caring attitude and friendship is a void in their lives that will not easily (if ever replaced)
"A celebration of your life" is a testament to the need for a venue as large as your heart.
Gonna miss you buddy, and my sincerest condolences to everyone affected by your loss...
Camron Carpenter
January 16, 2013
Michael always had a cool demeanor, a big smile and took time to look you in the eye and connect with you when you were talking with him. A great man and a true gentleman. He will be sorely missed. We were all made better for having known him. May peace and solace find its way to his family and Alison and those Michael loved. He will shine down upon you...
Ben Wilson
January 16, 2013
Dale, Barbara, Heather, Allison, Kadee, Maddie, and others more close to Mike than I was--we'll all miss him and remember him and think of you. Take care.
January 16, 2013
Dear Dale, Barbara, and Heather
We cannot find the words that can express our deep sorrow for your great loss. Mike was such a fine young man. Our kids have such fun memories of him. Our hearts are broken. We love you and pray for you. With all of our love The Terry and Mardeen Family
Heather Plott Hadley
January 16, 2013
Dear Bradleys,
Mike was one of the first new friends I made at Wasatch Jr. High and our friendship continued through high school. He was the kind of person that was a joy to be around with his infectious smile and calm, positive nature. Though his years were too few, he probably lifted more people than most do with many more years. I never heard him say an unkind word. You must be very proud. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shelli and Mark Varoz
January 16, 2013
Heather and Family, we are very sorry to hear of your brother Michael's passing. May God be with you at this difficult time. Our continued prayers are with you and your family.
Terry Martinez
January 16, 2013
My prayers go out Dale, Barbra and Heather. I remember all the great times I had with Mike growing up. He will always be remembered. Rest in Peace
Rod Vogel
January 16, 2013
Dale, Barbara and Heather.
On behalf of the entire Vogel family we wish to offer our most sincere sympathy on Michaels untimely passing.
He was a pleasure to watch growing up in our neighborhood. He grew to be a fine gentleman.
Ken and Donna Hansen
January 16, 2013
Dale & Barbara:
Our hearts and prayers go out to your wonderful family at this most difficult time. We have so many fond memories of your family and are blessed to have known Mike. We can't remember anytime that He wasn't happy and positive about life. Always a smile! Ken especially is grateful for all of the great talks that he shared with him. We love your family and pray that you may be comforted and know of all of our love for you! Thanks for all of the great memories at Bear Lake.
January 16, 2013
Dale and Barbara, we continue to keep your comfort and peace in our thoughts and prayers. Your son was such a special person. Heartfelt sympathy.
Love,
Don and Karen
carolyn roderick
January 16, 2013
Barbara and Dale, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I am praying for you and your family that you will feel comfort and peace. Carolyn Roderick
Kimberly Koenig
January 15, 2013
Mike, you are in so many of my treasured memories. You are missed. My sympathies to your wonderful family....I am so sorry... such a loss.
Lucas and Koekie Erasmus
January 15, 2013
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one Michael. Our prayers are with you.
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