Patricia M. (O’Neill) Bradley, 92, passed away on June 20, 2025, just 2 months from her 93rd birthday. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph F. O’Neill and Elizabeth M. (nee Halfpenny) O’Neill. Patricia, as she was known to her siblings, Pat to her friends and Grandy to her grandchildren grew up in Upper Darby, PA and spent time in Ocean City, NJ with her family. She was a 1950 graduate of West Catholic High School and Peirce School of Business Administration in 1952. Pat had 63 years of marriage with her husband, Paul R. Bradley, who passed away in 2017. They started their life together living in different Air Force locations before settling in Lawrence Park, Drexel Hill, and ultimately, Media PA raising their children. During this time, the family traveled up and down the east coast as well as out to California via a trailer then motorhome, exploring and meeting new friends and old along the way. Pat joined the Drexel Hill Juniors Club – a social club meeting frequently, creating a cookbook and having homemaker demonstrations. She joined a bridge group, played tennis at Idle Hour Tennis Club and Victoria Racquet Club and started a club in Media known as the Gourmet Group meeting monthly creating new recipes and cookbooks. When they became empty nesters in the early 1980s, Pat became a real estate agent with then, Roach Brothers for approximately 10 years where she was earned a spot into the Millionaire Sales Club. In the early 1990s, they made a decision to move to Boca Raton where they spent their retirement years and were members of the St. Jude Catholic Church. Once again, Pat got involved in the New Comers Club, joined a bridge club, was researching family history to become a member of the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution), was Secretary and President of their HOA and became social members of the Boca Del Mar Country Club. Pat loved spending time with the family and friends, organizing family vacations and staying current with all technology. Her life has been filled with love for her family, friends and her Catholic faith. You were always welcomed and awarded with a smile, grace and warmth.
In addition to her husband, Pat was predeceased by her sisters Eileen Cavender, Violet Becker, Elizabeth “Betsy” Gattinella, daughter Patricia “Trish” A. Fulkerson and son Paul J. Bradley. Pat is survived by her daughters Carolyn Schaefer (Bill) and Kathleen “Kathy” Houghton (Rich), her grandchildren, Michael Hucker, Lauren Hucker Leon (Nate), Dennison Schaefer (Noelle Weiss), Kristin Schaefer, Katherine “Katie” Bradley (Evan Darcy), Kristine Houghton Chase (Ryan), Kathleen “Kacey” Houghton Stapleford (Jake), Kelly Bradley Lombardi (Nick), Richard “Richie” Houghton, Jr., great grandchildren, Hadley Hucker, Charlotte Chase, Eleanor Chase, Luke Leon, Londyn Leon.
A private memorial Mass will be held at St. Jude Catholic Church, Boca Raton, FL and internment will be with her husband at South Florida National Cemetery, Wellington, FL at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made in memory of Paul R. and Patricia M. Bradley to Tunnel to Towers Foundation (T2T.org).
St. Jude Catholic Church
Veterans' Administration Cemetery
Kazuyo Takada
June 21, 2025, 1:26 am
Dear Pat.
We offer our heartfelt gratitude and respect to you as you depart.
When we were confused and anxious about life in America, you supported us with love and compassion. Your warm support left a deep impression on us and gave us great strength to overcome difficult days.
Even after that, you always cared about us and built an irreplaceable relationship. Your graceful way of life enriched our lives and moved us and taught us many things.
Our meeting with you and all the time we spent together since then are immeasurable treasures to us. May you continue your journey in peace and with a serene heart. We will move forward with your memories in our hearts.
We pray for your soul to rest in peace.
Kazuyo Takada
Joanna Fischer
June 21, 2025, 3:39 am
A mother’s love is the greatest gift we receive you were blessed to have such a caring lady to call mother.My prayers are with you and family in this time of grief.My most deepest condolences
Bob and Elaine Patenaude
June 21, 2025, 11:43 am
Pat was a beautiful lady inside and out. She lived life to its fullest and will surely be missed. We’ll see you on the other side.
Noelle
June 21, 2025, 11:44 am
Carolyn and family , so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful mom …May God comfort and surround you with love and may your beautiful memories comfort you till you are together again❤️🙏
Diane M Homrich
June 21, 2025, 12:09 pm
We will miss Pat very much. She was our beloved friend and neighbor. She always had a warm smile and a kind greeting. It was a total delight to see her in our building and stop for a chat. We shared dinners and lunches and lots of laughs whenever we were together. Yes, we will miss her every day. ❤️
Lori and John Cirelli
June 21, 2025, 3:02 pm
Carolyn and Kathy, our deepest condolences to your family. Your mom was such a lovely person. She had a beautiful smile and always made us feel welcome and happy to be with. She will be dearly missed by all that have been blessed to share time with her. Sending all our love.
Jeanne Padula
June 21, 2025, 3:37 pm
My deepest sympathy to her beautiful family. I am personally so sad to realize that this lovely lady is no longer in our world. Pat and Paul had such a wonderful marriage They were one of our closest friends and so much a part of our life . We had such a great time raising our families in Drexel Hill. Pat always had a quiet confidence about her and she did everything well and made it look easy. When they moved to Florida we managed to keep in touch over the years. She was a very special lady in every sense if the word and will be missed by all who
loved her and knew her. She is in the arms of Jesus along with her beloved family snd I can just imagine the joy to see her come. Rest in peace Pat,
Kim
June 21, 2025, 3:56 pm
When I was ill a few years back she called me every week to see how I was doing and to chat a bit.
A thoughtful and kind person to know.
Horst and Puck Grueschow
June 21, 2025, 4:22 pm
With deep sadness in our hearts we will say farewell to Pat. We got to know this beautiful person and her husband Paul, .when we first settled overhere from the far east. They made ever lasting deep feelings of true friendship and Pat will remain my very best friend forever.
We played bridge for over 30 years every Tuesday, shared lunches and dinners and enjoyed a great trip all over Europe..
Pat represented as a person all the best qualities one could possibly have. We feel so blessed to have known both of you. Our heartfelt condolences to Carolyn and Kathy and their families. We shall miss you , dear Pat, ever so much.
Puck and Horst Grueschow.
John and Lisa Keeling
June 21, 2025, 9:09 pm
Thinking of you and your family with love. Your mom’s beauty and strength clearly live on in you… Sending all our love during this difficult time.
Merridith Eckoff
June 21, 2025, 9:45 pm
I loved seeing you mother and giving her a big hug. She was such a sweet woman. I looked forward to Saturdays after church because I knew she would be stopping by the Chickee Bar for dinner. Sending prayers and love to everyone
Darcy Family, Ireland
June 22, 2025, 6:39 pm
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of Pat/Grandy. We had the absolute pleasure of meeting her on a trip to Florida with Katie and Evan. Pat was such a lady and will be sadly missed. Our condolences to Katie and Kelly, and to the extended Bradley family.
Carla Gillespie
June 23, 2025, 2:17 pm
Dear Carolyn, Kathleen and Family,
It is truly with great sadness in my heart I am sending this message.
Pat was one of the kindest and one of the most genuinely beautiful people I have ever met.
Her beautiful smile lite up the whole office when she walked in. She always made you feel good about yourself too. That is such a rare quality.
In the years I knew Pat, I saw her go through some very hard times and yet when I tried to comfort her, she always wanted to know how I was doing. How my family was, How I was holding up during my crises. Who does that? It was just amazing, and I wish there were more people in the word like her.
I am honored to have known her, for even a short time and I will miss that lovey face and soft kind voice.
With my deepest sympathies,
Sincerely, Carla Gillespie
Julie P Charles
June 23, 2025, 3:20 pm
Carolyn, Kathy and your families,
We loved Aunt Pat with all our hearts and are so sorry about her passing. She was such a special part of our childhoods and she helped guide us later in life after the passing of our mom. I feel so fortunate that I was able to see her last year. Our hearts are with you during this very sad time. We love you.
Julie (Papazian) Charles and family
Nadja Mobley
June 23, 2025, 9:17 pm
Dear Carolyn and Family,
Pat was the true embodiment of grace and kindness. Her gentle spirit, warm smile, and elegant presence left a lasting impression on everyone she met. She will be dearly missed but fondly remembered always. Thank you for trusting us with her care. I loved her from the moment I met her!
Nadja
Jennifer Coulter
June 24, 2025, 2:20 pm
Dear Carolyn, Kathy, and family,
We were so sorry to hear about Aunt Pat’s passing. Even though it’s been many years since we last saw her, she has always remained a shining light in our memories. She was gentle, kind, and gracious — not just in the way she lived, but in the very essence of who she was. Her beautiful spirit touched everyone lucky enough to know her.
Aunt Pat was special in so many ways, and we’ll always carry her warmth in our hearts. We like to think she’s still watching over our family, just as she always did with quiet strength and love.
With all our love,
Jennifer, Phil, Elliott & Owen