Obituary of Douglas Wayne Bradley

Doug (Wayne to his siblings) Bradley, 75, of Irmo South Carolina died of complications from Covid 19 on November 6th at his home in the arms of his wife and into the arms of Jesus, with few family members and close friends present.

Doug was born on July 5, 1946, to James F and Thelma Dorman Bradley.  He served three tours in U.S. Navy during the Vietnam era. He was self-employed at Repair Shop Services and had a loyal customer base.

Doug had a passion for the outdoors.  He enjoyed gardening, photography, kayaking, and was happiest biking all over SC, GA, FL, VA, and all the way to Maine with his Bren.

He is survived by his wife Brenda Bradley and her five children, his stepchildren Melissa Bass of SC and Michael McKinsey of SC and many grandchildren.  His brothers David Bradley of Gainesville GA, Charles Bradley and his wife Barbara of Cassatt, J. Wendell and his wife Mary of Rembert, SC, Ronnie Bradley and his wife BettyAnn of Camden, SC. a sister Rena S. Bradley of Camden, SC and several nieces and nephews.

Doug was predeceased by brothers, James, Ed, and Grady Bradley and his sister Anice Clark.

Doug was a member of Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and anyone wishing to make a memorial gift in his honor may do so @

https://www.railstotrails.org/support-us/memorial-contribution/

If you would prefer to mail a check, please send to:

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy

Attn: Memorial Donation

2121 Ward Court, NW, 5th Floor

Washington, DC 20037

A memorial service will be held outside on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at his home 625 N. Royal Tower Dr. Irmo, SC. @ 2PM. Please bring your chair to gather and remember Doug in the place he experienced the most joy. (Rain or shine- dress for the weather not the occasion)

South Carolina Cremation Society is assisting the family. Family and friends may sign the online guest book at www.southcarolinacremation.com