Lawrence E. Bradburn, 86, of Decatur, IN, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at Kingston Senior Living in Fort Wayne. Lawrence was born in Huntington, IN on November 22, 1939, to the late Brooks and Matilda (Scheerer) Bradburn. On June 30, 1962, he married Sylvia S. Erickson. She preceded him in death on December 1, 1997.
Lawrence was an avid sports follower and fan. He loved the Indiana Hoosiers, Colts, and any and all Bellmont sporting events. He previously worked as a route salesman for Pepsi for 20 years and Grube’s Trucking for 10 years. He was a 1957 high school graduate of Union Township in Huntington.
He is survived by a son, Scott (Susan) Bradburn of Pensacola, FL; 2 daughters, Connie (Troy) Roth and Debbie (Paul Baker) Bradburn both of Decatur; 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Lawrence is preceded in death by a sister, Phyllis Bradburn.
A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026 in the Decatur Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Kingston Senior Living-Winchester Rd.
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