Frances Irene Bradley

Frances Irene Bradley, 96, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025, in the comfort of her home in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. Born on September 1, 1928, Frances was raised in Jersey City, where she built a loving home and raised her family. She dedicated 20 years of service to Colgate-Palmolive in New York City and was a devoted parishioner of both Saint Nicholas Church in Jersey City and the Church of Saint Anselm in Tinton Falls. Known as Fran or Grammie, she found her greatest joy in spending time with her beloved family. Frances was predeceased by her husband, John J. Bradley; parents, Stanley and Josephine Piatkowski; her brother, Reverend Robert J. Piatkowski; her sisters, Ethel Sekelsky and Helen Wlosek; her sister-in-law, Marie Piatkowski; and her niece, Barbara Ann Sekelsky. She was predeceased by several beloved in-laws, Jane and Jack Badois; Larry and Lorraine Janko; Raymond and Dorris Bradley; Gerard and Grace Bradley; and Natalie and George Lewis. She is survived by her loving brother, Arthur Piatkowski; beloved cousin, Eleanor Smith; her children: Norah Arcodia and her husband Phil, Eileen Conlin, Steven Bradley and his wife Joanna and Irene Kutiak and her husband Craig. Frances leaves behind a legacy of love for her cherished grandchildren: Mary Kupsey, Craig and Sarah Kutiak, Kerri and Michael Lepis, Nicholas and Erin Kutiak, Alora and Paul Kanitra, Lyndsay Kutiak, and Chris Arcodia. She is also lovingly remembered by many cherished nieces, nephews, godchildren, great-nieces, and great-nephews, each of whom held a special place in her heart and were touched by her kindness, guidance, and unwavering support. She was blessed with great-grandchildren: Carly Kupsey, Camryn Kupsey, Ariella Lepis, Molly Lepis, Brynley Lepis, Lucas Kutiak, Brielle Lepis, Michael Lepis, Taryn Kutiak, and Braelynn Lepis — and, of course, her treasured grand-dogs. Our family extends our heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate hospice nurses and devoted caregivers who, over the last three years, provided unwavering support, comfort, and dignity to Frances. Their kindness and dedication brought peace to both her and our family during this meaningful time. Frances will be remembered for her warmth that touched everyone she met, her deep and abiding faith that guided her through life’s challenges, and her unwavering love for her family, which she expressed through countless acts of kindness, support, and selfless devotion. Her presence brought comfort, her words offered encouragement, and her love created a foundation of strength and unity that will continue to inspire generations to come. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Bongarzone Funeral Home, located at 2400 Shafto Road, Tinton Falls, NJ 07712. Family and friends are warmly invited to gather in remembrance and celebrate the life of Frances. A Funeral Mass will take place, Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church, 122 Ferry Street, Jersey City, NJ 07307. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the St. Jude Children’s research hospital in honor of France's memory.

Frances Irene Bradley

September 1, 1928 - May 9, 2025