Kenneth "Ken" Bradley

Kenneth “Ken” Bradley, 67, of Lake Charles passed away at 4:39 PM on Friday, March 8, 2019 in a local hospital.

Mr. Bradley was born in Eunice and lived in Lake Charles all of his life where he was a graduate of LaGrange High School. Immediately following graduation, he received his pilot’s license to fly small aircraft. He then furthered his education at Sowela in aviation mechanics before earning his license to fly helicopters. He spent the next 42 years enjoying his position with Petroleum Helicopters Incorporated. Mr. Bradley was a charter member and treasurer of Faith Bible Church where he was also a deacon.

He was a man of many hobbies and interests with numerous passions in life including oil painting, water coloring and photography. He took great pleasure in collecting musical instruments and collecting and controlling radio controller models including planes and was a member of LARK. Mr. Bradley also appreciated music and was a proud owner of a Harley. Above all, his family was first and foremost in his life, especially his adored grandchildren. The highlight of his year was the annual family trips to Sam Rayburn.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving and devoted wife of 47 years, Sheila Bradley of Moss Bluff; children, Jennifer Lovmo (Kevin) of Lake Charles, Amy Jo Tartaglia (Joe) of Sulphur, Jeremy Bradley (Lacy) of Lake Charles, Joel Bradley of Lake Charles, and Jacee Bradley of Moss Bluff; siblings, Carl Bradley (Louise) of Lake Charles, Jimmie Bradley (Brenda) of Moss Bluff, and Larry Bradley (Linda) of Maurepas; and grandchildren, Baylee, Gage, Chloe, Tucker, Ty, Ryder, and Lily Kate Lovmo, Luca, Sofia, Giada, and Sam Tartaglia, and Riley and Jack Bradley. He also leaves behind his two furry companions, Callie and Cooper.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Amy and Clarence Bradley, Sr. and a brother, Clarence Bradley, Jr.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 in the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Bart Leger will officiate. Cremation will follow the services. Visitation will begin on Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and will resume on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until the start of the services.