Mark Bradley

Born in New Britain on July 29, 1954, he was the son of Janice (Eyers) Bradley and the late George Arnold Bradley. He graduated from Plainville High School. He worked as a security guard for Contemporary Services Corp. and Elite Security.

Aside from his family Mark’s passion in life was fishing. He started the National Youth Fishing Association and stocked local fishing ponds where he would hold fishing tournaments for the local children. He was a guest at Bristol elementary schools where he taught the children the basics of fishing. He produced a TV show called New England Outdoors with many celebrity appearances. He was also an avid billiards player, participating in the American Pool Association.

Besides his mother Janice Bradley of Southington, he leaves two daughters Ceynnon Bradley of Bristol, Michele and her husband Greg Blaszko of Southington, three grandchildren Allison, Emily and Jillian Blaszko. He is also survived by his four brothers Tracy and his wife Mindy Bradley of Bristol, Troy Bradley of VT, Todd and his wife Lois Bradley of Southington, Jay and his wife Bethany Bradley of Bristol, a sister Tammie Cutler of Bristol, several nieces and nephews. Besides his father he was predeceased by a brother Scott Bradley.

Calling hours will be Thursday, May 12, 2016 from 12 to 2 PM at the DellaVecchia Funeral Home 211 N. Main St. in Southington. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society 825 Brook St., I-91 Tech Ctr. Rocky Hill, CT 06067-3045. Visit www.dellavecchiafh.com for online condolences and directions.