Frank R. Brady, age 95, passed away on April 3, 2021 after a long and productive life. He lived his life in Philadelphia, born on December 21, 1925 to Francis Brady and Freda Huber Brady. He graduated from Dobbins Technical High School and the Spring Garden Institute, where he earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering leading to a career with SKF Industries working from an apprentice toolmaker to a Quality Control Foreman.
Frank was devoted to the war effort as part of “America’s Greatest Generation” and served his country proudly in the US Navy during World War II from March 1944 – March 1946. He was a petty officer and served on the PC 1212 Subchaser, which patrolled the Atlantic from Key West to New York, defending against the German’s U-boat threat and also traveled into the Pacific for Naval exercises during his deployment.
After his service during WW II, Frank returned to Philadelphia where he resumed work with SKF Industries, continued his studies in Mechanical Engineering and Art, and married Catherine Sulimay in 1952. Frank supported local theater by building and painting sets for the Central Players’ live theater productions.
Frank was an avid Philadelphia sports fan, he loved tailgating at the Eagles games, following and watching the Phillies and the Sixers. Frank frequently made long road trips to follow the Flyers, even to go as far as Canada to cheer on his team! Frank mastered the art of calligraphy and was a self-taught artist. He enjoyed taking long Sunday drives thru small towns, the Poconos, and the Jersey Shore. His hobbies also included golf, bowling, and being a handyman/do-it-yourselfer; building cabinets, bookcases and other functional items for the home. Frank enjoyed a good Manhattan and loved making you one when you visited, with his secret ingredient.
Strong in his Catholic faith, Frank served his Church, Maternity B.V.M. as a reader, church carnival volunteer and he recorded the proceeds from Sunday collections, carnivals and weekly BINGO nights.
He was preceded in death by his son Francis, his sister Freda Nittinger and brothers John, Bernard and Joseph. He is survived by his wife Catherine (Sulimay) of over 68 years, his sister Mary Cranata, his children John (Mary) and Karen O’Neill (James) and grandchildren Daniel, Michael, Sarah, David Brady, and Michelle Barone (Joe.)
Details on the memorial service will be communicated once they are finalized.
Frank supported our great Veterans through the www.woundedwarriorproject.com if anyone would like to make a donation in his honor.
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