DR. LEONARD ORVILLE BRADLEY -

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DR. LEONARD ORVILLE BRADLEY 1914 - 2005 On Friday, March 4, 2005 Dr. Leonard Orville Bradley (Brad) passed away at the age of 90. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 63 years Mona; his four children, Leslie, Bill, Heather and Tom and their families; his two sisters, Dorethy and Helen; and his many friends and family from across Canada. Brad was always proud of his prairie roots and had fond memories of growing up in Neudorf, SK. He accomplished much in his 90 years, but his best decision was pursuing Mona Bounds, his companion through life and its many adventures, challenges and travels. Brad was passionate and committed to the healthcare field. He was a pioneer in post-war hospital administration, having studied at the University of Chicago and helped develop and teach courses at University of Toronto. His career included many senior positions including Administrator of the Calgary General Hospital (1952-56), Executive Director of the Winnipeg General Hospital (1956-67), President of the Minneapolis Medical Centre (1967-69), Executive Director of the Canadian Council on Hospital Accreditation (1969-1974), and Medical Director of the Vancouver General Hospital (1975-78). He received a number of honours for his work including the George Findlay Stephens Memorial Award (1980), the Outstanding Achievement Award for 1984 from the Medical Alumni Assoc. of the University of Alberta, and the Extendicare Award from the Canadian College of Health Service Executives (1988). Brad also gave much time to the community over the years through his involvement in Rotary and Probus, serving as President of both organizations. Brad also enjoyed his involvement with the United Church. Brad strongly believed in life-long learning. He received his M.D. in 1938. He achieved a number of other public administration designations and notably, received his final University Degree, a Bachelor of Arts from Athabasca University at the age of 86. Brad always had a special place in his heart for the family cottage on Betula Lake in the Whiteshell Provincial Park, MB. Mona and Brad never missed a summer for 46 years and it was there that Brad was able to pursue many of his passions: playing cards (including cribbage and bridge), kibitzing with the kids and calling them George and Mary Jane, taking on construction projects with son Bill, and swimming. Brad passed peacefully, shortly after winning his final game of cribbage. There will be a funeral service held at Scarboro United Church (134 Scarboro Ave., S.W., Calgary) on Wednesday, March 9 at 3:00 p.m. The family thanks Darlene and the other wonderful staff at Rockyview Hospital for their professional and compassionate care of Brad.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 07, 2005