Richard “Dick” Alvin Bradfield, 89, of Fremont, OH passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at ProMedica Ebeid Hospice Residence in Sylvania, OH. He was born on October 17, 1927 in Cincinnati, OH, the son of Shirley Frances and Nelva (Van Horn) Bradfield. He was a graduate of Withrow High School and attended the University of Cincinnati.
Dick served in the U.S. Army from February 1, 1946 to April 30, 1947 and was awarded the WWII Victory Medal.
Dick married Margaret Rita Brockcamp on September 13, 1947 in Cincinnati and she preceded him in death on March 28, 1987. He was a Machinist and Shop Foreman at Glasstech, Inc. in Perrysburg, retiring in 1989 after many years of service. He had previously worked for Cincinnati Milling Machine, Planet Products, Borg Warner and Kelsey Hayes. Dick was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and enjoyed spending time with his family, golfing, bowling, dancing and traveling. He was an Eagle Scout and a Scout Master in Cincinnati and at Sacred Heart Church.
Dick is survived by his children, Susan (Gordon) Reyher, Vienna, GA, Kenneth “Blue” (Bonnie) Bradfield, Fremont, OH, Jack (Deb) Bradfield, Risingsun, OH, Richard “Rick” Bradfield, Sylvania, OH, James “Jim” (Junella) Bradfield, Genoa, OH, Thomas “Tom” Bradfield, Green Springs, OH; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; four nieces and one nephew.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Margaret R. Bradfield; sons, Stephen “Steve” R. and Joseph “Joe” T. Bradfield; twin brother, Robert Bradfield and special friend, Teresa Schwartz.
Visitation: Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St., Fremont, OH with a vigil service at 7:30 p.m.
Service: Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 550 Smith Rd., Fremont, OH with Fr. Chris Kardzis officiating
Burial: McPherson Cemetery, Clyde, OH with military honors.
Memorials: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, American Cancer Society or ProMedica Ebeid Hospice Residence, 5340 Harroun Rd, Sylvania, OH 43560
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Jackie & Judy DeFore (Georgia)
May the thoughts and prayers of those who care bring you comfort at this time.
Karen S Kiefel
I’ll miss you Uncle Dick. My sympathies to my cousins and their children Karen
joyce
Gordon and Susan, so sorry to hear of your father passing. You are in our prayers.
Joyce and Jerry Nelson.
Linda Miller Wilson
Susan, so sorry to hear about your dad. May he be at peace. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Safe travels. Take comfort in your memories of him.
Rick and Jodi Ingraham-Albert
Dear Susan and family, we extend our most sincere condolences and are saddened by the loss of your Dad. Please accept our deepest condolences and may your memories comfort you. You are in our prayers.
Robin Tedder
Susan, praying for you and your family in your time of loss.
“…those who hope in The Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Isaiah 40:31.
God bless you.
Robin
Treen Family
Praying for your family! Thankful he’s no longer suffering. Sorry for your loss! Praying God will comfort you in time of sorrow.
Ken Colson
Gordon and Susan, May the Lord sustain you and give you His peace. Praying for you and your family. God bless you. Ken
Susan Reyher
Thank you, Ken!