- Date Of Birth: December 19, 1931
- Date Of Death: January 7, 2020
- State: Maryland
On January 7, 2020, Richard William Bradt passed with his family at his side. He was 88.
Rich was a skilled athlete and played baseball for the semi-pro St. Louis Browns at 3rd base, the predecessor of the Orioles. He would go on to play softball for his church league and had several championship seasons. His love for the game was life long and he continued to follow Baltimore baseball and football throughout his life. Sprint car racing was another sport that he was a true fan of.
Richard was a member of the Linthicum Heights United Methodist Church where he was the chair of the Buildings and Grounds Committee for many years. Always willing to serve, he made several mission trips into Appalachia to help restore and build houses for those in need. Painting houses was enjoyable to him and a labor of love for which he is fondly remembered.
He believed that God’s purpose for him in life was to make people happy. In that spirit, Rich was very entertaining and outgoing. He loved to tell stories, sing and tell jokes to everyone he came in contact with a memory held by many.
Richard is reunited with his dear late wife Emily E. (George) who passed in 2014. Surviving him are beloved daughters, Lori Schuessler and spouse Will, Lisa Bentley and husband Scott and loving sons, Dale and wife Lori Sue and Gary and spouse Michelle. Mark Bradt, a cherished son and a devoted brother Edwin Bradt precede him in passing. His legacy continues in 12 grand and 12 great-grand children. He will be remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends alike.
