Obituary of Bradley Hayes Waite

Bradley Hayes Waite, age 57, of Wisconsin Rapids, passed away at home on October 22, 2016. Interment services will be at held at a later date. Online condolences may be expressed at http://www.taylorfuneralhome.net/obituaries/. Bradley Hayes Waite was born June 22, 1959 in the City of Milwaukee to Donald Rowell and Mary Jane Waite. Upon graduating from high school, Brad joined the United States Marine Corps in 1977. Brad served from 1977-1983. Upon leaving the United States Marine Corps, Brad performed a variety of jobs. Brad attended Mid State Technical College and graduated with honors from the Criminal Justice program. Brad always enjoyed spending time with his family, taking trips, and watching the Green Bay Packers and Wisconsin Badgers. Brad was a wonderful brother, son, and uncle. He enjoyed reading and watching his favorite television shows. Brad would prefer that those who remember him, celebrate his life and the many things he was able to do with his short time on earth, as opposed to mourning his passing. Brad will be remembered for his good heart and devotion to family, love of country, and he will be deeply missed. Brad is survived by his brother Mitchell of Wisconsin Rapids; sister Allyson Waite-Ward of Madison; niece Alexia of Wisconsin Rapids; great niece Kayleigh of Wisconsin Rapids; and many wonderful cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Donald and Mary Jane Waite. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Brad's name to the Gary Sinise Foundation https://www.garysinisefoundation.org/. Semper Fi brother.