Bradley D. Steely, 59, of Apple Valley—beloved companion, son and brother—passed away unexpectedly Sept. 29, 2012. Brad will be deeply missed by his loving companion of 12 years, Myrna; her children, Sean and Leslie (Paul Smithson); granddaughter Sanna Smithson; parents Don and Bea; siblings Chris, Wendi (Tom Barmettler), Ted (Barb); niece Christina (Dan) Johnson; great nieces and nephew Frankie, Cierrah and Ethan; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Brad grew up in Forest Lake, the eldest of four siblings. He had a quick mind, a compassionate soul and a big heart and was always ready with the right thing to say. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at Roberts Family Funeral Home, 555 SW Centennial Drive, with a gathering beginning at 10 a.m. until time of service.
