Bruce John Grady

September 6, 1959 - March 26, 2012

Bradford, VT- Bruce John Grady, 52, of Bradford, VT passed away Monday, March 26, 2012. He was born in Newport, VT on September 6, 1959 the son of John and Faith (Gaffield) Grady. Bruce is survived by Phyllis Shea, his soul mate and the love of his life; his beloved mother, Faith Grady of Bradford, VT; his twin sister, Heather Paul of Owosso, MI, nieces Kendall and her husband Alan Wolff and daughter Bella of Frisco, Texas, Nichole and her husband Ted and children, Tim, Teddy, Gabby and Katelynn of Owosso, MI and special friends, Barb, Harry and Chris Byrne and Dick Wakefield, many uncles and aunts and cousins. He was employed by Merry Meadows as Staff Support for many years. Bruce was truly one of a kind, not a more caring or helpful person could be counted among his many, many friends and acquaintances, even the occasional spider or bug received a helping hand out the door. He was amazingly considerate and thoughtful; willing to do whatever was asked of him. He loved building things for himself and other people and was always starting new hobbies. Bruce loved excitement and adventure, from riding his restored motorcycles to an occasional ice climb or winter hike followed by an overnight stay on the mountain, sky diving with his biddy Harry just for the experience, snowboarding, water skiing, kayaking, sailing fishing and even playing golf. He cherished his quite times as well playing guitar and cello with Phyllis and friends, listening to live music or just hanging out with family. But most of all, we will remember Bruce for his beautiful smile and kind soul. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 1 pm at Hale Funeral Home, Upper Plain, Bradford, VT with the Rev. Harvey Bartlett officiating. There are no calling hours. Burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations in Bruce's memory may be made to the Upper Valley Ambulance or the Fairlee Fast Squad . The Hale Funeral Home of Bradford, VT is in charge of arrangements. To view an online guestbook go to www.halefuneralhomes.com To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Bruce John Grady, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.