John “Michael” Brady, age 61, of Columbia, TN passed away on November 4, 2017 at his residence, with his loving family surrounding him; following a courageous battle with cancer.
Michael was born on August 13, 1956 in Maury County, TN to the late Mike Ray Brady and Mable Ann Beard. He was passionate about coaching football and baseball for children. He enjoyed being a part of Civil War Reenactments. Michael’s family was of utmost importance to him; he loved to spoil his wife. He was also a hard worker; he worked for Voith, a contractor at General Motors. He was a wonderful man.
Michael is survived by his Wife: Nancy Brady; Son: Bryon Michael Brady; Daughter: Karen Kay Brady; Stepchildren: James Daniel Dodge, Brian Douglas Dodge, Matthew Ray Dodge, Tonya Nicole Owens, John Kenneth Dodge, James Gladstone Dodge, Dennis Andrew Dodge and Dustin Berry Dodge; Brother: David Ray Brady and Sister: Reba Diane Pearson.
The family will visit with friends on Sunday, November 5, 2017 from 4pm until 8pm at Williams Funeral Home in Columbia. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, November 6, 2017 at 10:00am in the Chapel of Williams Funeral Home in Columbia with Bob Vassar officiating. Interment will follow at Polk Memorial Gardens.
Pallbearers will include members of Michael’s family.