James "Jim" Bradley

JAMES BRADLEY “JIM” age 93 of Sagamore Hills, passed away on June 26, 2025. Son of the late James and Elizabeth Bradley. He is survived by his beloved wife, Kathleen (nee LeChot) of 47 years. Loving father of Diane Cox (the late Carl) and the late James Bradley and the late Jerry Bradley. Stepfather to Laurie Trumbo (Brian), William (Billy) Cessna. He was preceded in death by his brother Robert Bradley, sister Dolores Janiak (the late Joe) and grandson James Bradley Jr. Loving grandfather to Terry Urban, Elizabeth Cox, Candice Bradley, Christopher Trumbo (Colleen), Caitlin Justice (Matt), Amanda Bradley and a great-grandfather to many. He was a beloved uncle. Jim was an outspoken husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was an avid golfer and in retirement played multiple times a week. His favorite player was Tiger Woods. Jim was a true sportsman. He enjoyed trap shooting and hunting. He loved deer and could spot a white tail from 100 yards away. He enjoyed his annual trip to Montana to hunt on horseback. Jim had a passion for cars. He had a collection of classic cars and street rods. He enjoyed showing them off at local cruise-ins and national events such as GoodGuys and Street Rod Nationals. He enjoyed motorcycles and traveling through the Amish country for cheese and trail bologna. Jim ran a successful construction business in partnership with his brother Robert (Bob) Bradley. Bradco Construction operated for 50 years. Jim was a true Irishman, and he loved the color green. He was a lover of music, especially bluegrass. He enjoyed playing the banjo, guitar and harmonica. Jim was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy. A special thank you to Wellspring Hospice and Rose Lane, Unit 300. Friends may call at THE FERFOLIA FUNERAL HOME, 356 WEST AURORA RD (OH RT 82), SAGAMORE HILLS FOR VISITATION ON MONDAY, JULY 7, 2025 FROM 4-7. Funeral Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 9:15 a.m. at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate James’ life 10:00 a.m. at St. Basil the Great Catholic Church. Inurnment at Holy Cross Cemetery, Akron.

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