On the morning of August 9,2023 Katherine (Katie) Winifred Bradley, went home to be with Jesus surrounded by family and friends at her home in Peru, IN. 

Katie is preceded in death by her loving husband, Joseph I. Bradley, her parents Joseph A. and Cecil A. Faust, along with her brothers and sisters, Joseph Faust, Mary Jane Peterson, John Faust, Barbara Clinton, and Jim Faust.

Katie is survived by her partner of 29 years, Darryl Abell of Roann, as well as her sister Dolly Garvin of Mexico , and her two sons; Joe (Becky) Bradley of Lafontaine and Jim (Denise) Bradley of Peru . She is also survived by 4 wonderful grandchildren: Azure Bradley of Wabash, Gail (Jai) Frazier of Peru, Adam (Erica) Bradley of Ellettsville, and Kelly (Justin) Crousore of Lafontaine, as well as 8 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great granddaughter, with another on the way. These are just a few of the family members and loved ones who will cherish the memories they have with Katie forever. 

The family would also like to thank Linda Rife for the care and compassion she showed Katie and the rest of the family in Katie’s final days. She has been a Godsend to us all, and we are forever grateful that she is an honorary member of our family for life.

Katie was a kind and honorable woman, and on many Friday nights could be found playing a highly competitive game of Pinochle at her kitchen table with her sons, Joe and Jim. This was a beloved and valued tradition that they shared. She and Darryl enjoyed an adventure-filled second act of life full of vacations, casinos, and love, and they even managed to visit all 48 contiguous states together, as well, They loved to be spontaneous and impulsive together, and they loved to live life to the fullest. They did life together and it was an amazing sight to watch.

Katie enjoyed collecting tiger memorabilia, watching Purdue Basketball, visiting every casino she could find, dancing through life, and spending countless hours with friends and family. Even if you weren’t blood-related, she sure made you feel like you were. She always told of life how it was, so you never had to guess how she felt. You always knew where you stood with this strong and beautiful woman. She loved listening to her audiobooks when she was alone and relaxing in her living room watching cars go by while drinking coffee and sitting with her fur babies, Maggie and Rowdy.

The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life for Katie tentatively scheduled for September 30, 2023 from 12:00-5:00 at the Amboy Community Center in Amboy, Indiana. Final details will be confirmed as soon as possible. Anyone who wishes to pay their respects or send their regards may do so. Food will be served and available to everyone attending, as our family loves to show our love and fellowship through food. Please come and enjoy with us and help celebrate this amazing woman with all of those who love her and will forever hold her in their hearts and souls.