Carl Melvin Bradley

Carl Melvin Bradley, 71, of Idaho Falls passed away on April 10, 2015 of natural causes at his home.

He was born February 23, 1944 in Shelley, Idaho to Valois Melvin Bradley and Emma Virginia Mackie Bradley.

He served in the United States Army and the Idaho National Guard.

He loved traveling, outdoor activities and going to Arizona in the winter for the past five years. He also enjoyed many jobs including mechanics, parts sales and trucking.

Carl is survived by his wife, Patricia, son, Shane (Chris) Bradley, step-son Wayne (Kristi) Parish, daughters, Dusty (Matt) Sanchez and Lacey Blanton, nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren and his three beloved black cats.

He was preceded in death by his mother, father, three sisters and one son.

Graveside services will be held 2:00 P.M. Thursday, April 16, 2015 at the Shelley Hillcrest Cemetery. The family will meet with friends Wednesday evening from 6:00 till 8:00 P.M. at Nalder Funeral Home (110 West Oak) in Shelley. Burial will be in the Shelley Hillcrest Cemetery with military rites by the David B. Bleak Post 93 of Shelley assisted by the Idaho Honor Guard.