Bradley Steven Havermale
Bradley Steven Havermale, age 29, died on February 9, 2023, in Quincy, Illinois. He was born on July 8, 1993, to Paul and Pamela (Eberhardt) Havermale in Quincy, Illinois.
He was a 2011 graduate from Quincy Senior High School where he was on the wrestling team all 4 years. He made it to sectionals three of his four years. He was made Captain, earned MVP Honors and Honorable Mention in State Rankings his Senior Year. Bradley started wrestling in the 4th grade and immediately loved the sport! He worked construction his entire adult life, and he was currently employed by Simply Living LLC Properties.
Bradley was the proud and loving daddy to 18-month-old Jayden Paul Havermale. He loved Jayden with everything he had and wanted to spend every moment that he could with him! He was truly Bradley’s pride and joy!
Bradley was fiercely independent, funny and charming growing up. He always wanted to do things on his own, starting at the age of 3 when he told his mom to stay in the car for his preschool open house/meet the teacher night! Bradley was quick-witted and had a fun sense of humor. Growing up he always provided us with smiles and laughter. He also provided us with some “oh my goodness” moments as he was always climbing on everything! Bradley was always trying to keep up with his older brothers and cousins fostering his independence and “do it on my own” attitude! Bradley loved to be outdoors where he felt that he could be himself. Going to Uncle Dave’s farm was his favorite thing to do growing up. However, he could often be found inside chatting with Uncle Dave’s mom – whom he called “Grandma Sally”. Bradley had a soft heart and a natural way with elderly people even from a very young age. He also had a special heart for students with special needs in high school, making sure everyone was being included when playing basketball during his PE class.
In addition to his parents and son, Bradley is survived by two brothers, Matthew (Lauren) and Gregory (Katie) Havermale. His girlfriend Katie Huseman and their son Jayden, along with her two children Isaac and Mia, whom Bradley considered his own. Two nephews, Hudson and Hayden and one niece, Adaline. His maternal grandparents Jerry and Anita (Stupasky) Eberhardt and paternal grandmother Angie (Crnic) Havermale. He is also survived by his loving aunts and uncles David (Patricia) Eberhardt, Lynn (Dave) Hummel, Wendy (Steve) Venvertloh, Maria (Shawn) Sparrow, Amanda (Tim) Doellman and Chrissy (Jim) Graszer. He is also survived by many loving cousins, who were also his best friends growing up. His cousins all say that when he loved, he loved big!
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Stephen T. Havermale with whom he shared an especially close relationship.
Funeral services are planned for Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. at Duker & Haugh Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of St. Peter. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Duker & Haugh. Wednesday afternoon there will be a gathering at the American Legion at 116 North 8th Street from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. that family and friends are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, any memorials are requested for Jayden’s Education fund or to help the family with the funeral expenses.
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss, and the heartbreak you must all feel. God loves your boy! I remember when the girls were in volleyball, you brought your boys to practice. They were so cute!
I didn’t know this young man but my heart breaks for all the family. He is now in God’s hands and will walk the streets of gold. God bless you all.
I remember Brad from high school and he always had a smile on his face. Such a friendly, sweet guy. Sending my condolences to the Havermales and extended family.
praying for your family at your time of loss.
Blessings for the short time that you had Brad, and for all of his loving family. Prayers for that little boy he will not have his loving daddy. Love and sympathy to everyone.
Anna and Norm Stupavsky
I am so very sorry to hear of Bradley’s death. Having gone through a recent loss my self, I know the hurt and sorrow you are feeling. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless your entire family.
I hadn’t spoken to Brad since high school, but I have fond memories of the classes we had together, jokes we shared, and his broad, contagious smile. He was a good dude. So sorry for the loss.
My prayers and thoughts are with the Havermale family during this very difficult time. I know how hard it is to lose someone so young. Please hold onto all the treasured memories that you have of Bradley.
I will be in prayer for your family. My sympathy.
My deepest condolences to the entire family in this difficult time. God Bless.
My name is Ethan Janssen your family I think knows mine Marlon and Janet Janssen…… I knew Brad “Havey” Havermale from back in highschool where I met him thru mutual friends….. Havey always did his best to include me and along with our crew fed me with the knowledge of the world since I was raised in a very strict religious upbringing…… Was grounded for a month for having one Pokemon card…. Where I didn’t know exactly what alcohol was and never even heard along with cannabis….. Him and along with Jeff, cub, Spence, Ewing, Blake, Cory and others that gave me the advice that without it I would mos def not be here without any of them we’ve lost a few Brothers but they will always live on forever through us…… Rest in peace my brother much love….
Paul and Family, sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Family.
I am so sorry to hear this. I only new Brad for a short time. Even though we where both in a dark place he gave me light an to want better. I remember back in 2018 right before I moved away. I was sitting down at the river just thinking about life an which way I was going. An outta know where Brad showed up. He sat with me awhile as we spoke about things from the past demons that we both fought an where we would go from there. That was a turning point in my life an I think of him an that moment often. This was the last time speaking with him. It Breaks my heart to hear this. Brad your fight is over rest easy my guy.
My condolences To Paul and family and friends. Such a terrible thing should not have happened.
May Brad rest in peace and may perpetual light shine upon him.
I pray the Rosary for him.