of Conway, AR
January 23, 1944 - August 29, 2024
Arch C. Bradley, Jr. passed peacefully from this world on August 29, 2024 after a lengthy illness. He was born on January 23, 1944 in Faulkner County Arkansas to Arch Bradley, Sr. and Ada Wickliffe Bradley.
Arch was a respected law enforcement officer in Faulkner County for more than 45 years serving with the Conway Police Department, UCA Police Department and the Faulkner County Sheriff's Office. In 2012 he was honored with the Law Enforcement Lifetime Achievement Award by the 20th Judicial District.
He is survived by his wife, Cindy Bradley; daughter, Lee Bradley Larkin (Jason); granddaughter, Emma Bradley; brothers, Danny Bradley (Melonie) and Don Bradley (Rhonda); sister-in-law, Marilyn Bradley and a host of nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death, in addition to his parents, are his brothers, Dennis Bradley and Doyle Bradley.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, September 3 at 2:00pm with visitation at 1:30pm at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home. Final interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Conway.
To honor Arch's love of animals, memorials may be made to the Friends of the Faulkner County Animal Shelter at PO Box 10380 Conway, AR 72034, in lieu of flowers.
Donny,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know you loved your brother dearly and will miss him greatly. May God and His love comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely, Julie Harlan Kemper
I am sorry to hear about his passing.
I got to know Ofc. Bradley when I worked at UCA for 2 years in the late 90s.
He was such a great man.
He will definitely be missed by those who loved him.
Sandy and I are so sorry to hear about arch prayers for the whole Bradley family
Prayers for the family.
RIP Arch
Your friend,
James Mullenax
I worked with Arch at the Conway Police Department back in the 80's and 90's. Arch was like no other. He was always fair and offered the best guidance he could, but he was stern when he needed to be. A great supervisor he was. I learned a lot from Arch in my early years as a police officer. He taught me when to be compassionate and when to be an enforcer. I carried those attributes with me throughout my 30-year career in law enforcement. Arch ole' buddy...I thank you, and you will be missed more than you know. My deepest sympathy and prayers for Cindy and family. Rest easy Lieutenant.
So sorry to hear of Officer Arch Bradley passing. From the first time I met him he was always a friend. He was always professional, courteous, and respectful.
I always enjoyed working with him.
He will be missed by all.
Truly a Christian man. Never talked much.,however, he was
A dedicated man in lawEnforcemt.
When I very first met him in the
Conway P.D. He shook my hand
With his other hand drawn back as though he was going to punch me.
Then a big grin came across his face.lol.
I first met Arch 45 years ago after moving to Conway to go to college. He was working security for McDonald’s where I was working at the time. He made a big impression on me then because he was a super nice person who cared about everyone and he was always so professional.
I have always been proud of these five brothers—my cousins who have served in many areas of community—firefighters, police, EMTs, Army Reserves, etc. I don’t ever remember when Jr. was not an officer! And Jr , I’m not upset with you anymore for ratting me out to Daddy-it was just a high school senior thing. You will be missed —tell the rest of the family we love them!
So sorry to hear this! Condolences to the family his mother and my mother, Betty Griffith they were good friends! Worked together and he was a great law enforcement officer!
Danny, I'm so sorry for your loss. I never met Arch, but I always heard nothing but really good things about him as a police officer and as a good man.
He once gave me my only traffic ticket I ever received. Years later I worked for and with Arch Bradley at the Conway Police Department for many years until his retirement. He served as Interim Chief for the department and as such he was one of the best Chief's this city has had in my time.
He was as honest a police officer as had ever wore the badge. A man I can truly say I respected.
Captain Rod Pearson
Conway Police Dept. (Retired)
Faulkner Co. Sheriff's Department (Retired)
will miss you ,cousin
Saddened to hear of Jr’s passing, sending love and prayers to you Cindy, LeeAnn, Danny , Donnie and all the family.
He was a good man! Was nice to be around. Praying for everyone! God bless!
RIP Arch your work here is done always served the people with dignity and respect I'm sure the Lord has a special place for you
I had the privilege to work with Arch at UCA. He really was a kind and genuine soul. I know he will be greatly missed by family and friends. May God comfort each of you.
Arch has been a friend of mine since we moved to Conway in 1970, I was 9 years old when we met and he made a great role model for all of the kids that would listen to him a help shape them in life. My mom worked as a waitress at clawsons truck stop and she would serve and she serve all of the law officers that came in, he told me that I was his little brother and that he would be watching out for me. i am greatfull for having his eye on me and for his guidance in life. We have lost a 1 of a kind icon for sure but he will live on thru all of freinds and family that remain. See you later big brother.
Where do I start There’s not enough adjectives to describe Arch Bradley. Every law enforcement officer can take a lesson on compassion from the example set by Arch. He was a common sense enforcer because he understood that not everything is strictly black or white and requires some judgment. There’s very few people who have the kindness and compassion that Arch displayed. During the few years I spent with Arch at CPD, he counseled me, Lord knows I needed it, and he always had the right words of encouragement. This world has lost a very good man but his example will live on in those whose lives he touched. RIP Arch until we meet again.
To the Bradley family. Arch was a good man and will be missed.
Arch was a honorable man and a great police officer. Our deepest condolences to his family.
Arch was a great man enjoyed visiting with him and his wife at the restaurant he will be missed
Prayers go out to the family
Arch was a Good Man & Excellent Officer! Prayers for Wife & Families...
Arch Bradley you will be missed my friend and mentor..see ya general one day sir.
I'm truly saddened to hear of the passing of Arch. He was well respected in the law enforcement community, Conway and Faulkner alike. He will be missed by all that had the privilege and pleasure of knowing him. Rest in peace my brother in blue.
I have saw Arch in a while but he will be missed. We will keep all the family in our prayers
Arch was more than a friend, co-worker, and mentor. He was one of very few that I attempted to emulate as I navigated not only my career, but life in general. He listened to my concerns and always provided top-shelf, and heart-felt guidance. I will miss him tremendously, but know that I will see him again one day. Save me a chair, Sir.
He was an outstanding individual
On or off duty
World needs more like him.
Sending prayers to family. Arch was a wonderful friend to my son and I and came to visit our home. May you know he was loved deeply by so many and touched so many lives including our.
Connie Jordan lester
I am so sorry to hear about Arch. I had the honor of working with him in the Conway Police Department way back in the seventies. There was never a better officer or person. The world has lost a great man. RIP Arch.
Cindy
I sure hate to hear about your loss. I’ve missed seeing you since I left Walmart pharmacy, you were always so sweet
I’m praying for you and your family
Kim Smith.
Arch was a great officer and a good man. He was a friend to all the kids that bowled and skated back in the day. I remembered when my dad passed away he would come to the house and take us kids to town once in a while to buy groceries. He helped a lot of kids back then.
Arch was a great guy. Our deepest sympathies for your family.
Arch was the kindest, most caring man I have ever known. A true gentleman, a great friend and a perfect example for the Law Enforcement Departments to strive for in an Officer. This ole world lost one of the best…RIP Arch, I’m blessed to have been a friend.
He was the nicest man, great officer, My prayers go out to his family.
Arch was a great man and police officer.
Arch was a great officer & a great man .
Arch was one of the nicest guys I've ever met. Most always had a smile on his face. I hadn't seen him in a couple years but he will be missed.