Herbert Edward Bradley

Herbert E. Bradley was born on February 1, 1954, and passed away on November 4th, 2025. He attended Hume Fogg High School in Nashville, TN and retired from Metro Parks & Recreation, there after working for Goodwill Industries.

Herbert was known for his kindness, steady humor, immense love for his children, grandchildren, and family. He built a meaningful life filled with laughter, hard work and friendships.

Herbert was a man of many trades such as hair styling, crafting, painting, and jewelry making. He was overjoyed with cooking and feeding everyone. He also exemplified mastery at telling tall tales!

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bobbie Crutcher (Mother) and William Bradley (Father); Devoted Wife, Vanessa R. Bradley; Daughter, Crystal A. Davis and Sister, Dorothy Jean Bradley.

He is survived by his Devoted Children: Demetriuse (Danielle) Bradley, Angelica Davis, Don (Shawn) Campbell, Don Davis and Michelle Davis.

Grandchildren: Danielle Bradley, Dezerea Bradley, Mia Davis, Jalisha Davis, Ayana Grisham, Ahjantee Davis, William Grisham Jr., Preston Davis, Madison Wright Jr., and Myriah Wright.

Siblings: Scott (Cheria) Gray, Robert Crutcher, Claudia (Terry) Lewis, Tammy (Laurette) Crutcher, Micheal (Denise) Gray, Ronald Gray, Deborah Gray Barbee, Alice Gray Miller, Barbara Gray Huff, James Gray, and Tatiana Jetton. As well as a host of Great Grandchildren, numerous Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.

His greatest joy was his children and grandchildren; His laughter will echo in our hearts forever. He didn’t just raise us; He filled our lives with so much joy, laughter and unconditional love. He taught us to laugh loud, love deeply and never ever take life too seriously. He may be gone from our sight but never from the stories, smiles and laughter he gave us.