of Paris, AR
January 9, 1947 - June 14, 2021
Lester Leon Bradley, 74, of Paris, Arkansas passed away on Monday, June 14, 2021 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was born on January 9, 1947 in England, Arkansas to his parents, Olen and Zola (Hatcher) Bradley.
As soon as Lester was old enough to see over a steering wheel he started working in the Paris Bottoms driving a tractor. He graduated from Scranton High School in 1965 and served 6 years in the Arkansas National Guard. He worked for several years as a plumber and electrician for Wes Cope. He started working for Cloyes Gear Company in 1976 as a maintenance mechanic and retired in 2013 as a maintenance manager after 37 years of service. He enjoyed farming, old cars and sports, especially volunteering as a baseball coach for his son's teams. He attended the Paris Freewill Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and Sunday School Teacher.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one sister, Helen Mae Reynolds and one brother, Garland Bradley.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Martha (Benson) Bradley of Paris; two sons, Ronnie Bradley and wife Dian of Paris and Jason Bradley and wife Shannon of Paris; three brothers, Harlon Bradley of Magnolia, Texas, Marshall Bradley and wife Diane of Magnolia, Texas and Bill Bradley of Paris; four grandchildren, Marissa Bradley, Chris Bradley and wife Chelsea, Cody Bradley and Mason Bradley and one great grandchild, Harmony Bradley.
Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m., on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris officiated by Rev. Nate Willcutt. Burial will follow in Mckendree Cemetery near Subiaco under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Pallbearers will be Chris Bradley, Cody Bradley, Mason Bradley, Keith Bullock, Danny Bradley and Dewayne Ault.
Honorary pallbearers will be Gene Kleiss, John Ross, Bill Dixon, Johnny Goodson and Doyle Benson.
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32 Condolence(s)
Nicole Cherry
Friday, June 18, 2021
So sorry to hear of Mr Bradley’s passing. Prayers for your family.
Trevor Myers
Friday, June 18, 2021
I was saddened to hear of Leon's passing. I worked with Leon for most of his Cloyes career. I remember well when he took the reins in maintenance. He was a great employee and helped the company move into the modern era. He was alway generous to me and my family with his time and expertise in maintenance. My deepest condolences to the Leon Bradley's family and friends.
Cathy Cope Koch
Friday, June 18, 2021
Leon was a wonderful person! Our dad thought the world of him. Our whole family knew what a great guy he was! Our family sends our deepest condolences and prayers for all of you.
Lori Looney-Binz
Friday, June 18, 2021
Ronnie and Jason I’m sorry for your loss!
Sending prayers for your mom and your family.
Bill and Pam Culver
Thursday, June 17, 2021
Our hearts and prayers go out to you all! Heaven is sounding sweeter all the time! Love y'all!
Terry Kyle
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
I enjoyed working with Leon in my Cloyes years. Great guy. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Earl Young
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
So sorry to hear of Leon’s passing he was a very wonderful man. He is in heaven now without any worries. Leon will be missed very much god bless his wife and children and may God be with you in this time of sorrow
Richard Barnes
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Praying for the family.
Charlie and Brenda Knoles
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Martha and family. Sending love and prayers for you all.
Patty Terry Malaska
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
My Condolences..
he was always a kind soul when I worked at Cloyes 1994- 2005..
Shirley McCombs
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Our hearts go out to the family!! Prayers are with you all for comfort for y’all!!! Thinking of y’all at this time!!!!
mary lou wood
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
My thoughts are with you in this hard time. I Love You Martha.
Lillie (Grenwelge) Brewster
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
May God give you strength and comfort. I was glad I had a chance to see him
earlier this year. That was the first time in such a long time.
Judy Fisher
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Words cannot express how sad I am at the loss of Leon. I had the pleasure of knowing and working with him for years at Cloyes. He was a great man and will be remembered fondly. My prayers are with the family.
Venita Davis Crowson
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Martha, Ronnie & all the Family,
So Sorry to hear about Leon Passing. I remember him from when we were growing up. He was always a kind person.
Please know our prayers are with all of you during this time. May God Comfort all of you.
Billy Benson
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Bradley family - our prayers are with you. Leon was a great Christian man and admired by many. He was always someone I enjoyed visiting with and hearing his stories. So sorry we will not be able to be there for visitation tonight or funeral tomorrow.
Love Billy Benson family
Steve Chenowith
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
May God comfort and strengthen you in your time of loss and His peace be with you in the days ahead.
Michael and Terri Friemel
Monday, June 14, 2021
So sorry for y'alls loss. Will keep yall in our prayers..
Debbie Stehle
Monday, June 14, 2021
Ronnie and Dian keeping everyone in my prayers and thoughts.
Dickie Scrivner
Monday, June 14, 2021
Martha,Leon was a good person.People like him are hard to replace.Amen
Shelia Dishongh
Monday, June 14, 2021
My hearts breaks for you Martha, Ronnie and Jason! I’m so sorry for the loss of Leon. He was a great man. We love you and we will be praying for you. You know we are here for you if you need anything.
Linda Stinnett
Monday, June 14, 2021
I loved Leon we worked together at subiaco plant. Great man
Connie Harrison
Monday, June 14, 2021
Deepest sympathy goes out to all the Bradley family. Leon was a very good friend and part of our church family.We will miss you Leon.
Carole Street
Monday, June 14, 2021
So sorry to hear of our good neighbor at Union’s passing. Prayers of comfort for the family.
Linda Simon
Monday, June 14, 2021
Martha, I was so sad to read of Leon’s passing. He was a truly good man, a godly man. My heart goes out to you and all the family.
Louie and Diane Fox
Monday, June 14, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and comfort are you you and family
Johnny & Linda Goodson
Monday, June 14, 2021
So sorry to hear this but know he is rejoicing in Heaven! He was definitely one of the best!! Johnny is in the hospital therefore will not be able to attend any services! Just know that you are all in our thoughts & prayers!!
Marita Cooper
Monday, June 14, 2021
Prayers for family and friends for peace and understanding at this great time of need that only Jesus can give. He will be greatly missed.
Lorraine Ault
Monday, June 14, 2021
I'm so sorry for yalls loss..I will be praying for y'all during this time of sorrow..Love yall
Vivian Fox
Monday, June 14, 2021
My condolences to the family. Praying for your comfort from the loss of a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather.
Yvonne Hickman Moffet
Monday, June 14, 2021
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Leon Bradley he was a good Christian man an devoted to his family n church. I have such fond memories of Leon he was a usher at my wedding n a good family friend. God be with you Ronnie, Jason, Martha n your families comfort your hearts my friends. He is rejoicing with the Lord
Stan & Sandy Hatcher
Monday, June 14, 2021
So sorry to hear of Leon’s passing! He was a precious man who was loved by all who knew him! Martha and family our thoughts and prayers are with you!!!