Michael Brady

Michael Lynn Brady, 68, of Bennett, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025 at UNC Hospital surrounded by his loving family. The funeral will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 5, 2025 at Bennett Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Jason Whitehurst and Rev. Tim Strider presiding. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 4, 2025 at Joyce-Brady Chapel.

Michael was born in Chatham County on January 22, 1957, to Harvey and Ruby Brewer Brady. He was a faithful member of Bennett Baptist Church. Before retirement, he worked as a detention officer with the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office for eight years, following 32 years as a construction superintendent. Michael was also a volunteer fireman with the Bennett Fire Department, where he served as Fire Chief for 13 years and was currently active on the Board of Directors, as well as in several other roles throughout the years.

Family was at the heart of Michael’s life, and he was so proud of his grandchildren. He never missed a ball game, concert, birthday, or school event, often driving many miles in a single day to be there. He created countless memories on beach trips, sleepovers, riding four-wheelers, and running the skid steer. He also delighted in spoiling his grandchildren with ice cream, Maola chocolate milk, breakfasts, and candy from Routh’s Grocery, where they enjoyed visits with the “Old Man’s Club.”

In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by his grandsons, Camden and Caleb Brady; sisters, Irene Covert and Sylvia Brown and brother, Gary Dean Brady.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Darlene Brown Brady, of the home; sons, Joshua Brady (Caroline), of Raleigh and Philip Brady (Rebecca), of Bennett; grandchildren, Emma Grace Brady, Anna Brady, Jaxon Brady and Ethan Brady; brothers, Wayne Brady (Wanda), of Siler City and Harold Brady (Ellen), of Bennett and a host of family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bennett Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 115, Bennett, NC 27208, or a blood or monetary contribution to the American Red Cross.

Condolences may be offered online at www.joycebradychapel.com.

Joyce-Brady Chapel is honored to serve the Brady Family.