Edward L.

Bradley

Edward L. Bradley, age 75, a Whitelaw resident, passed away Friday, November 13, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born April 11, 1951 in Wilmington, Delaware, son of the late Charles “Chick” and Mary Louise (Brunhammer) Bradley. Ed attended Salesianum School of Wilmington, graduating with the class of 1969. Following high school, he continued his education at Marquette University, Milwaukee, where he received a Bachelor’s Degree. He then earned his Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration from University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. On September 6, 2003 he married Cynthia (Olson) Rice at Manitowoc First Reformed.

Ed spent his entire career as a health care administrator for various organizations, but most enjoyed his time at St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan, where he served for almost 20 years. He was a proud and active member of the Republican Party and volunteered with both voter registration and at polling sites. Ed also enjoyed volunteering his time with Meals on Wheels and served on the boards of Orange Cross and Safe Harbor of Sheboygan County. He was a Master Gardener who loved trees and was known as the house plant doctor for his ability to care for and rehab house plants. Ed also enjoyed college football, especially Notre Dame. He was an excellent cook, and loved to travel and visit art museums. Ed loved spending time at the Delaware beach with his family.

Above all, Ed was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He always made time for his family’s sporting events and activities, and kept a close relationship with his family back home in Wilmington, Delaware.

Ed is survived by his wife: Cindy; three children: Ted (Jen) Bradley, Newport, OR, Kristen Bradley, Thiensville, WI, and Nicole (Michael) Rivecca, Whitefish Bay, WI; three stepchildren: Michelle (Eric) Bernhardt, Manitowoc, Rebecca (Cody) Richards, Manitowoc, and Howard “Nick” (Keith-Ann) Rice, Newton; four grandchildren: Avery, Elise, Max, and Alex; six step-grandchildren: Sam (Ethan), Nicollette (Joe), Kadin, Seren, Sawyer, and Miles; three great-grandchildren: Leon, Phoenix, and Piper; and his brothers: Charles (Marie) Bradley, Gene Bradley, and Paul (Karen) Bradley; and the mother of his children: Isabell Bradley. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Charles “Chick” and Mary Louise Bradley; his son-in-law: Jay Kanzelberger; one brother: William Bradley; one sister-in-law: Patty Bradley; sister cousin: Maryanne Laskowski; cousin: Pat Skully; as well as other relatives and friends.

The family will greet relatives and friends from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Noon on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 628 N. Water Street, Manitowoc. At 12:00 p.m. a memorial service will be held, officiated by the Rev. Colie Bettivia. Following the service, a reception for family and friends will be held at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center, located on the southside property of the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home.

In lieu of fresh flowers, fresh plants would be appreciated.

The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, Manitowoc, is assisting the Bradley family with funeral arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to St. Vincent Hospital, especially the Ultrasound and Short Stay Staff and Froedtert Hospital of Milwaukee, especially the 4-northeast staff.