Gerald P. Bradley

October 8, 1939-August 8, 2026

Gerald P. Bradley, 86, of Altoona, peacefully passed away Saturday at his residence, following a brief illness. He was born in Lilly, the son of the late James and Mary Cecelia (Beck) Bradley.

Gerald married Christina R. Fornbacher on July 13, 1963 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Altoona, she preceded him in death on March 15, 2024.

Surviving Gerald are his five children: Carl Bradley (Elke) of Raeford, NC, Kathleen Albright, Mary Hollern (Michael), Barbara Wilt (Kenneth) and Denise Bradley all of Altoona; his sister, Carol Bradley of California; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Gerald was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Theresa Bradley; his son-in-law, David Albright and nine siblings.

He honorably served his country in the U.S. Air Force for five years and later retired after 20 years of service with the Army National Guard.

Gerald retired from Mary Del, Inc. Trucking Company and had previously worked at Boyer Candy Co. and Gardner’s Candies as their lead machine mechanic.

He was a member of the Frohsinn, Unter Uns, Catholic War Veterans and the Concordia.

Gerald loved hunting and fishing and most of all his family. He especially loved his time in the kitchen and garden with Christina.

At Gerald’s request, there will be no visitation or services.

Arrangements are provided by The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., Altoona.

Interment will be held at Blair Memorial Park.

Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.