Major (Retired) Bradley Coombs
October 29, 1961 - November 2, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Major (Retired) Bradley Coombs on November 2, 2024, in his 63rd year, peacefully surrounded by his loving family.
Brad will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 39 years, Loraine (Hanlon), and cherished by his children, Angela (Chris Trask) and Geoff. He was raised in Corner Brook, Newfoundland, by his parents, Valma and Gerald, alongside his brother, Blaine.
Brad proudly served in the Royal Canadian Air Force for 26 years before retiring in Ottawa. He enjoyed relaxing afternoons by the pool with Loraine, tending to the BBQ, and cheering on the Montreal Canadiens. Inspired by his father-in-law, Bill, he also enjoyed exploring the family genealogy and golfing with his brothers-in-law.
In honour of his memory, the family will hold a private graveside ceremony at the National Military Cemetery (Beechwood). In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Alzheimer Society of Canada or the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada.
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Ken Brophy
Catherine Smith
My sincere condolences Lorraine and to the whole family. 🥲❤️
Sam&JanetLaBarge
Lorraine & family
So sorry to hear this Lorraine🙏
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Eliza & Roy Gibbons & Aunt Lillian Coombs Plum Point, NL
Lorraine & all the family
We are heartbroken to hear this sad news. Thinking of you all and sending our deepest condolences and prayers to everyone. Take care. 💔💔
Suzanne Brophy
Loraine there are simply no words. We’ve had such good times with you and Brad. These are the times that we will remember. Much love to you and your family. ❤️
Ben and Anita Coombs
Lorraine, Geoff, Angela (Chris), Uncle Gerald (Maisie) We are deeply saddened to hear about Brad’s passing. He was a great friend and I certainly have many fond memories of his trips to Plum Point in his earlier years and later with the love of his life, Lorraine that I will certainly cherish. My condolences to the family. Love cousin Bennie (aunt valma’s pet name) and Anita.
Sarah Coombs - Plum Point, NL
Lorraine, Angela, Geoff, Blaine, and family
So sorry to hear the news. It was so nice to meet him during his trip to Plum Point a few years ago. Thinking of you all and sending my deepest condolences during this time ❤️
Gary & Denyse
Our deepest sympathy to Loraine, Angela (Christopher) and Geoff. Our hearts are absolutely broken. Brad was such a wonderful person and we are so grateful for the memories we created. He will be sorely, sorely missed.
“I read of a man who stood to speak at the funeral of a friend.
He referred to the dates on the tombstone from the beginning to the end.
He noted first came the date of the birth and spoke the following date with tears.
But he said what mattered most of all was the dash between the years.
For that dash represents all the time that they spent life on Earth.
And now only those who loved them know what that little line is worth.”
Rest in Peace my friend. Your dash ended way too soon.
Gary & Denyse
Dave & Eileen hanlon
So sorry to hear of brads passing ,deepest sympathy to you & the kids .he will sure be missed xo
Dave & Eileen hanlon
So sorry to hear of brads death ,it was a big shock ,much love & sympathy to you Lorraine & the kids ,keep strong
Our hearts are broken with this news. We will miss him dearly. Our sincere condolences to the entire family.