of Paris, AR
April 7, 1936 - June 2, 2024
Russell ''Dean'' Bradley, 88, of Paris, Arkansas passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024, in Paris.
Dean was born April 7, 1936 in Scranton, Arkansas to his parents, Otis Bradley and Inez (Hickey) Bradley. He was a self-employed contract masonry worker, he poured driveways, sidewalks, parking lots and foundations throughout the Paris area. He enjoyed planting and growing a vegetable garden, playing baseball and watching St. Louis Cardinals baseball games, bird hunting, fishing and really enjoyed anything that required him working with his hands. Dean was a very generous man; he would open his garden up to everyone and they could come and pick what they wanted.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Carl Bradley.
He is survived by two daughters, Dee Anna Colburn and husband, Scott of Cottondale, Alabama and Carol Ann Cates of Ft. Smith, Arkansas; one son, Karl Bradley of Paris, Arkansas; a sister, Laura Bradley of Paris, Arkansas; one brother, Dewey Bradley of Eugene, Missouri; other family members and friends.
A memorial visitation will be held Thursday, June 6, 2024 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
A memorial service will be held Friday, June 7, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Paris First Assembly of God. Burial will follow the memorial service at McKendree cemetery in Subiaco.
Cremation and memorial services are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 14799632733.
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18 Condolence(s)
Amanda Varnell
Friday, August 30, 2024
I just found out and my heart breaks. My mom Wilma and him were together 14 years. First meet him when I was 5 he was always like a father to me I have lost my real Dad in 2014 and now another. Fly high with the angels of Heaven Daddy Dean see you soon, Love you, Amanda.
Nicole Millsaps
Friday, June 7, 2024
I miss you already , George;) sending prayers to the family .
Matthew and LaTasha Kirkwood
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Rest In Peace Dean you will be missed. For the family and friends we are truly sorry and yall r in our families thoughts and prayers
Elaine Colburn
Thursday, June 6, 2024
May God's love make your grief bearable. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.
Jan Galbraith
Thursday, June 6, 2024
I have fond memories of Dean when we lived in The Bottoms at Paris . He was always a happy person and a close friend to my brothers . They allowed Laura and me to tag along on fishing trips. Always lots of laughter . My condolences to Dean's family.
Jan Galbraith
Teresa sullivan
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Am very sorry for your loss sorry I didn't get to make it ,my prayers are with all of their these hard and very sad time he will be dearly missed
Anita Williams
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
He will be missed and forever in my family's memory. He was one of a kind. So sorry for you loss.
Mary McConnell Hopkins
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
RIP Dean your work here on earth is done
Wes Thompson
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Prayers of comfort and healing for family and friends.
Sandra Wilkerson
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Dean and my dad grew up together and remained good friends until he passed away 12 years ago. They’re now fishing and catching up. Rest in Peace Dean. Prayers for his family and friends.
Brenda Knoles
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Charlie and I have known and worked with Dean for years. If he said he would be on the job, then he would be there. Honest and hard working! Prayers for you all
Leonard & Lori
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Prayers for all family and friends in this sad time.
Ricky Anderson
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
We go back a long way!
God bless you and family.
Paula Ruscher
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Dean will be dearly missed. My prayers for the family. RIP Dean.
Kristen Leigh
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Karl, Carol Ann, Dee Anna, and family, you guys are in my thoughts and prayers, I never seen Dean without a smile and a hug and he was always headed to work. May he rest in peace. Praying for strength and comfort.
Gabrielle Youngblood
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
RIP Uncle Dean.
John Fizer
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Lori Fizer
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Rest in peace Uncle Dean…