Bradley Ray Tilley

Bradley Ray Tilley passed from this life on February 12, 2011 at the Cleveland Area Hospital at the age of 38 years five months and twenty six days. Brad was born on August 17, 1972 in Cleveland, Oklahoma.'  He was the son of Danny Lynn and Judy Dian (Nicholas) Tilley.'  As a young boy Brad began his education in Cleveland.'  During his time growing up he attended schools in Cleveland and later graduated from Cleveland High School with the Class of 1990.'  During his time in school Brad was very active in sports especially baseball.'  Brad began playing baseball as a young child and continued his passion thru high school.'  Shortly after high school Brad began working through out the United States for several different companies traveling with the pipelines.'  Brad worked for over 18 years before returning home and accepting employment with National Oil Well. '  Brad was an avid University of Oklahoma fan however, most of all in life Brad loved to spend his time fishing.'  He has consumed numerous hours walking the banks of a pond casting his reel searching for that perfect bass or crappie.'  Brad also enjoyed helping others and giving them assistance expecting nothing in return. '  Survivors are his parents Danny and Judy Tilley of Cleveland, Oklahoma; one sister Nicky Powell and her husband Chris of Cleveland, Oklahoma, one niece Chloe Powell of Cleveland, Oklahoma as well as other relatives and friends.'  He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Ras and Elsie Tilley as well as his maternal grandparents John and Pauline Nicholas. Visitation will be on February 17, 2011 from 10:00 am till 8:00 pm at the Chapman-Black Funeral Home.'  Following visitation the body will be cremated with no formal services planned.'  Arrangements are under the direction of Chapman-Black Funeral Home of Cleveland, Oklahoma.