WATERVILLE – Herbert A. Bradley died suddenly on Tuesday April 18, 2022, from complications of Covid-19.Herbie was born on July 18, 1945, in Waterville, Maine, son of Winston and Phoebe (Simpson) Bradley. He was raised in Vassalboro, one of five children, and graduated from Erskine Academy in 1964. After graduating, Herb entered the United States Navy and served his country faithfully on flight crew VP-24 from 1964-1968. His home base was Maryland, but assignments took him all over the globe. From this experience he developed a love for flying small Cessna aircraft.Herb worked as a first-class linesman and long-time employee of Central Maine Power Co. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, IBEW 1837, the American Legion, the VFW, the Waterville Elks Lodge and the Kennebec River Power Squadron.He was married to the love of his life and soul mate, Sandra Rafuse Bradley for 28 wonderful years. Nothing brought him more joy than spending time devoted to her, be it taking a ride in the countryside, a trip to Florida, attending musical concerts or following their grandchildren’s sporting events. He held a special place in his heart for his four-legged friends, Fenway and Buffett.Herb was predeceased by his parents and two brothers, Paul and Hugh.He is survived by his wife Sandy, two special sons, Todd Guite (Jen Plunkett) of Windham and Ryan Guite (Alison Lowe) of South Portland, four wonderful grandchildren; Sierra, Josh, Emma, and Declan Guite, one sister Kathy Pelletier (Don) of Waterville, one brother Bruce of Colorado and special nieces and nephews Natalie, David, Kevin, and Sally.A military service will be held at Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Civic Center Drive in Augusta on Tuesday, May 24 at 2 p.m.Arrangements are Mid Maine Cremation Services (207) 453-6006.In lieu of flowers, smile to a stranger or extend a random act of kindness keeping this kind and gentle manin your heart.

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