Jeffie “Jeff” Lee Bradley Jr. 78, of Baker, Florida passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 5, 2024 with loved ones at his side. Jeff was born on April 3, 1946 in Key West, Florida to Jeffie and Gracie Bradley. After he moved here from Pensacola, Florida in 1978 he has been a resident of Okaloosa County ever since.
Jeff was an Agriculture Teacher for Baker School in Baker, Florida and Carver Middle School in Century, Florida. He was a faithful member of Garden City Baptist Church.
Jeff is preceded in death by his parents, Jeffie Lee Bradley Sr. and Gracie Lundy Bradley.
Jeff is survived by his wife of fifty five years, Emily Jene Bradley, his son, Jeffie Lee Bradley III (Kelly Bradley), three daughters, Jackie Dunlap (Brent Dunlap), Julie Bradley and Jennifer Hooper (Ronnie Hooper), his brother, Lonnie Bradley (Sheryl Bradley), his sister, Connie Grecu (Larry Grecu), seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 beginning at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Garden City in Crestview, Florida with Reverend Dennis Robinson officiating. Burial to follow at Pilgrim Rest Cemetery in Baker, Florida. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Garden City.
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Brackney Funeral Service, Crestview, is entrusted with arrangements.
First Baptist Church of Garden City
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Tammy Bradley
September 6, 2024, 10:48 pm
Oh my heart sank when I saw his name! One of my all time favorite teachers for way back in the day. He taught me how to drive a tractor at school and started my love for equipment. My heart goes out to Mrs Jene and their children. May the good lord help you all through this difficult time
Ginger Wilson
September 7, 2024, 12:56 am
RIP Mr. Bradley! You truly loved investing in children and it showed! Thank you! Prayers for his friends and loved ones.
Patricia and Lyle Davidson
September 7, 2024, 4:05 am
We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Bradley’s passing. We are in prayer for your whole family. May you feel comfort in the precious memories that you share.
Dannette Finley
September 7, 2024, 7:52 pm
Kelly and I are so sorry for your loss. We love your family so much. Mrs Jean you will never know how special you are to us. We will keep you guys in our prayers. We hate it, but we will not get to make it to funeral. Love you all, Kelly and Dannette Finely
Mylon McCallum
September 7, 2024, 8:20 pm
Jeff and Family, myself and Ms Carter send our condolences
Vern cook
September 8, 2024, 3:52 pm
R.i.p Bradley I always loved going to agg class and mostly goofing off, I will never forget how you would take your thumb and grind my snuff into my teeth when you noticed that I had a dip in my mouth but you never turned anyone in. I really hate that you passed away
Chad Adams
September 8, 2024, 4:36 pm
Miss Jean, Jeff, Jennifer, Julie and family,
Y’all have been a special family to ours for as long as I can remember. Mr. Jeff was a special man and he made such an impact on so many people. We just wanted to say we love all of you so very much and please know we are lifting the whole family up in prayer. May the Lord give y’all His peace that passes all understanding and His comfort. Love, Chad, Chastity, Reese, and Maggie Adams
Chris Gordon
September 8, 2024, 5:39 pm
Mr. Bradley was my favorite teacher. I am very sad that this great man has passed. Praying for the family.
Jonathan Edward Grecu
September 8, 2024, 7:04 pm
I will never forget his smile and shock when I came to see him at rehab while visiting my family this summer. His eyes were so bright and his smile made me smile. He wanted to know if I had really come back to see him and the truth is, I had. Uncle Jeff is one of the few men besides my father and my grandfather who truly saw gold in me. He saw me at my worst and at my best. Most importantly, he saw what I could be when I couldn’t see it. In FFA, he challenged me to take part in a public speaking contest and I won. He told me I was born to either be in politics or a dynamic public speaker. He said I had a way with words. The truth is he had a way with words. I got into politics just like he said I would and became an author. His words breathe life into me at a time when I didn’t think I had much time to live. I loved that man more than words could say. There are many funny things that I remember. I remember the pliers in his pocket as well as the screwdriver. I remember him trying to chase cows with his bull whip . I remember how he could get aggravated really quickly and say a string of curse words but for me that was all part of Uncle Jeff. The man, the myth, the legend. He was legendary to me and I will never forget him as long as I live. There are so many different stories and things I could say about Uncle Jeff but I think that I’ll use only one word to sum up exactly who he was to me and that word is impactful!! Though at times he was misunderstood by others, I never misunderstood his intentions or his love for me. I will always remember his love and care for me and I will pass it on to those around me in the same way that he poured his life out for the community of Baker, Florida. I will see you again someday in Heaven.
Jonathan Edward Grecu
Lora Phillips
September 8, 2024, 7:24 pm
Our thoughts are with cousin Bradley family.
Praying for your family during loss.
June Lundy Corbin
Lora Jane Corbin-Phillips
Victoria Hurley
September 10, 2024, 1:38 pm
Many of my favorite high school memories revolve around Mr. Bradley and the FFA. So thankful for him and his service to our community. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
David
September 10, 2024, 5:45 pm
MR. Bradley was one of the best teachers that baker school ever had he help raise boys into men . There are many of us who will never forget them pliers and that bull whip may he rest easy 🙏
Ted H. Arnette
October 5, 2024, 2:17 pm
Jeff was one of my favorite cousins growing up as was Lonnie and Connie. I was not notified of his passing until seeing the obit today, Oct 5, on Facebook. Rest in Peace ol bud and God Bless you. If l had known about your passing l would have came to your service.