My wife had surgery for a bunion on her foot in 2011 and had to go back there at a later date. I was not able to drive my wife because of health issues so we asked Perry if he would drive Elizabeth down for the check up. He said he would. Perry got off of work on the morning of the check up and took my wife to North Bay for the appointment. He stayed with her at the hospital during the appointment and they went to a restaurant for lunch after that. I had asked him if he would go to the medical supply place in North Bay to return the walker we had rented earlier. They stopped at a place or two on the way home and returned my wife to me at our home later in the afternoon safe and sound. This does not sound like much but to consider this man got off of work after a night shift, drove 150 miles to North Bay, helped my wife attend an appointment to remove a foot caste, did an errand for me and even bought lunch for both of them, plus drove all of the way home again. The most important part is that Perry did all of these things and wouldn’t let us pay a cent towards the cost. He is an excellent gentleman, one of the best friends a person could ask for!!!!

Perry was my last nursing student that I had the honour to get him through clinical. He was a wonderful kind caring nurse, and everyone he took care of got his best always. He had such a big heart and smile. I remember after I retired 2004 Christmas him and Katherine brought over a basket of homemade goodies, he loved to cook too. He loved life and people, and I am so glad that I was one of those people who got to know him. Perry ‘s time on earth was too short but he left behind great times and memories for those he left behind. He will be missed by all. Katherine and family so sorry for your loss. Lesia little gravenhurst

At one point in nursing school I went through a bit of a rough time, one day in conversation I mentioned that I liked cherry cheesecake, sure enough the next day Perry brought me a home made cherry cheesecake. It was such a small gesture to him but meant so much to me…….to this day I haven’t had a better tasting cheesecake then Perrys. Thanks Perry.

I met Perry in nursing school and realized what an amazing genuine caring person he was. I also had another friend who I thought was equally special….both had been a little unlucky in love. I remember telling Perry one day…”You tell me when you’re ready…i know the perfect girl for you…don’t bother dating anymore…she’s THE ONE”. Well after a while he came to me and said he wanted to meet my friend. I knew they were destined for each other….and it wasn’t long before they knew it too. I’m so happy that you had each other….wish it could have been longer….Katherine…our soulmates never leave us….he’s right there with you always. You see the picture I chose? I picked it because he was smiling at you….and look at his face…your love lights up his face!! Love you all so much, Shannon xo

I got to see what a kind, caring person Perry was first as his teacher, then as his co worker and most recently as the grateful family member of one of his patients. Perry was always there to help who ever needed it without having to be asked, always did it with a smile and never expected anything in return. He will be missed by so many people whose lives he touched. My thoughts and prayers are with Katherine and family. Kathy

I was first introduced to Perry when he came to work at extendicare. I had always heard of great things about Perry and I was so excited. Perry became my full time charge nurse on evenings and a forever friend. Perry always thought of others first. I remember a time this little old lady at extendicare would come to sit at the nursing station when she noticed that Perry was working. He would ask her if she wanted a candy, that he would buy especially for her. Her eyes would light up and she would smile the biggest smile ever. She would stare at him while eating her candy like she was in love. This moment would brighten up Perry’s night and the staff around them. Perry would also go out of his way to bring another resident black licorice candy just because. He would also come back from a Toronto trip with candies from THE CANDY SHOP for the staff and their kids. Those were the little things that made him so very special. I also remember when Katherine and Perry would make supper for the staff and she would bring it to us in time for supper. He always talked about his beautiful Katherine and bragged about their kids. Perry ALWAYS put others first even in his worst of times. Perry was an inspiration to lots and a friend to all. Perry you are my hero and your name, memories and thoughtful acts will always be remembered. I will think of you always and you will be in my heart forever.

I grew up with the Bradt family as my neighbours and best friends and I can remember the excitement when Perry was born. It was just like having my own little brother. Perry was different from the rest of us…he was adventurous and marched to his own drum. I hope he’s still marching to that drum. Perry- you will be missed, Eileen

I have known Perry for my whole life, He has been a family friend. My dad and him we’re really close. I remember always being so excited when Perry would come around.I used to bike to his house as a young kid, going to his cottage, him giving me his delicious pickled carrots and so many memeories.Perry and Katherine even took the time and made all the beautiful deocrations for my wedding,never wanted anything in return. ..I will nenver forget that. You will be missed deeply by so many people. Thier needs to be more people like him in the world. Perry had such an honest smile with the biggest heart!

One word to describe Perry…inspiration….Perry was our good family friend…he taught my kids alot and was very good to them.he had a heart of gold…his kindness to everyone never ended…was always there for you whenever you needed him..kaley and kendra loved your pickled carrots that you and Katherine gave us every year….you will be missed !!!

When Perry became our neighbour I knew we were very lucky….he had such a big and generous heart….there wasn’t anything that he wouldn’t do if he thought that it would help someone…my mother was in the hospital and had Perry as her nurse..she had a accident that made a awful mess but Perry being himself just said no problem and got down on his knees and cleaned it up…later she had him as a VON and was so pleased with his caring ways and professionalism….as a neighbour there was nothing that he would not do to help us out….in 2005 my husband came down with cancer and Perry was there if we ever needed him and in 2011 when I lost my husband Perry was there sometimes just to talk to me and listen to me and las year when my lilac tree was taking over the street he so generously trim it so nice….Perry we will miss your lovely smile and the calmness that you gave me….you always made me feel important and for that I thank you….Kate keep him close and he will always be there for you …watching over you just like Gord does for me….God speed my friend

Words that come to mind when I think of Perry: kind, caring, considerate, kind hearted, generous, compassoinate, gentle, warm, giving, loving, faithful, likeable, unselfish, encourager, exceptional chef/baker, energetic, enthusiastic, thorough,knowledgeable, professional, fair, sensitive, ambitious, courageous, funny, friendly, trustworthy. Perry has and will forever hold a special place in my heart. I was blessed to have experienced Perrys unconditional friendship. He has definitely left his footprint in the sand. Thank you Katherine, Cindy, Tyler and Chris for being apart of Perry’s happiness.

Dear Kathryn & family. So sorry for your loss of Perry. He was a great nurse so caring. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family during this difficult time. Sincerely Brenda

Katharine and family you are in our thoughts and we are so very sorry.

Katherine and family; we are so sorry for your loss of Perry and the difficult times that you are all going through. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Nancy, Rob, Jessica and Cole

Katherine and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Perry was a wonderful person who always had a smile for everyone, he will be missed.

Perry was a wonderful man, a caring friend and an amazing nurse. I have such fond memories of Perry from nursing school…and it was so wonderful to see him so much in love. Katherine, Cindy, Tyler and Chris…our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. We miss you all. xo Shannon & Ian and family

My sincere condolences to the family. I will miss Perry’s big smile and friendly wave from his big grey truck. We chatted a few times about his truck, and it always made me smile when he lit up as he talked about it. I bet you got one of the biggest Chevys up there!

Katherineed and family. ….so very sorry for the loss of Perry….you have been in my thoughts since I heard the news….if you need anything please call….

Katherine and families,we are so sorry for your loss of Perry he was a very caring person,forever in our thoughts

Katherine and family, I’m am so very sorry for your loss. I can’t believe it he was his bubbly self Thursday at the grocery store! My heart goes out to you and your family. He was a great guy, so caring thoughtful and compassionate. He will be missed so much. I wish I could be there to say my good byes, but God had taken my dad that same day. I will be thinking of you all. Best regards! Delee, Matt and family

My deepest condolences to all the families. I got to know Perry through my ex spouse Angie. We have always exchanged a few words when we met. I saw him about a week ago this was shocking news for sure. Again my deepest sympathies.

Please accept my sincere condolences; Perry demonstrated a compassionate and caring nature. He was an empathetic nurse, and a gentle man. He will be missed by all who knew him. I am thinking of you all, and praying for you; take comfort in your memories and in the love you shared.

Words cannot express how saddened I am to hear of the passing of Perry. He was such a caring, compassionate, considerate and loving person. May the fond memories of his love and life be with you forever.

Katherine and family, I truly am so saddened to hear about the loss of Perry! Perry was the kindest, compassionate person I’ve ever met!! I had the pleasure of working with perry and enjoyed every minute!! He always had a smile on his face which I always loved about him!! He will be missed dearly but never forgotten!! Thinking of u all!! Xoxoxoxo

just heard this most heartbreaking of news….working at home hardware i have very fond memories of the two of you coming into the store and me always taking a jab at perry….much to his amusement…and mine as well….my heart goes out to you and your family as you struggle through this very difficult time.

Katherine and Children and Bradt family: I was truly saddened to learn of the passing of Perry. I knew him on and off the job and i can truly say he gave 100% to any task whether it was in his professional capacity or in his day to day life. Perry was a strong person who truly cherished helping others. Reading the testaments of others you can see how well thought of he is and how missed he will be.

Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Such a shock – far too young to leave us. We will remember him enjoying himself at Wendigo.

Perry was a compassionate and caring nurse who worked in our classroom. Staff and students were always happy to see his smiling face walk through the door. He will be deeply missed.

Dear Katherine and family i am so very sorry i never met a more kinder person and a wonderful nurse. It

To the Bradt Family….We are so sorry to hear of Perry’s passing. I had always seen Perry around when he was younger and growing up, then back in the early 2000s I had made a trip to Vancouver with Perry in the truck for ATS…that is when I really got to know him and he always had a smile on his face and seemed to enjoy life to the fullest. He was always ready to give a helping hand to anyone and everyone. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayer are with you at this sad time.

Dear Katherine and family We are very sorry to hear about Perry’s untimely death. I knew him while he was in his nursing course and he was one of the most kind, considerate and caring persons. Our sincere sympathy goes out to you and your family. Brian and Gale hamilton

I have not known Perry that long but when ever he cam to visit me as my VON worker and friend he always had a smile on his face and loved to share jokes my deepest condolences to his family and friends

Dear Katherine and family, my deepest sympathies to you and yours. Perry was a wonderful man. I had the pleasure of working with Perry. Perry always gave a helping hand and went above and beyond what most people would do. He will be greatly missed my many. Cherish the moments you had. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

I am very saddened by Perry’s untimely passing. He was a terrific person and an even better Nurse. The community will feel this great loss for a long time. My heart goes out to Katherine anf family.

I had the pleasure of meeting Perry while in nursing school, he was such a kind, sweet man and always had something nice and positive to say. My thoughts and prayers go out to Katherine and her family at this saddened time.

I am so very sorry to hear of Perry’s passing. We both grew up in Englehart/Charlton, and we were in prenatal class together back in 1983. We were reacquainted when he started at KDH. He was a kind man and a fantastic cook. He was always so positive and he touched everyone who was lucky enough to cross his path. God bless Perry.

I was very shocked to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of the 2 of us playing at the cottoge. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Katherine&Family. I am so sorry to hear of Perry’s passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. I will miss his smiling face.

Our deepest sympathy to the Bradt family, you are in our thoughts at this difficult time.

Katherine, Thinking of you and the kids in this hard time. Words can not erase the pain you are feeling right now. My prayers are with you. xo Cindy Goard

perry was an amazing friend, and co-worker…he will forever be missed..i was pregnant a year ago..perry and his wife brought home made desserts into work, they were always delicious…even when perry was having a bad day, he always kept a smile..My condolences go out to his wonderful wife and family..

Perry worked with me at the Family Health Team last year. He was by far the most energetic, caring, hardest worker that I have ever known. When we worked together I had to practically race him to care for a patient because he was on the ball just waiting for the next one. When he wasn’t doing his best in the clinic, he was whipping up wonderful creations in the kitchen to bring to us at work for everyone to enjoy. He was so thoughtful. Even when he had to leave us, he was still baking for us without a knee and would have Katherine bring it in to us. I don’t think I will ever meet another man as kind as Perry. My thoughts are with his family during this incredibly difficult time.

Perry was a wonderful man…it is hard to believe that he is gone. He had a gentle heart and was a wonderful nurse. I was proud to call him a colleague and friend.

We are so very sorry to hear about Perry. We have known Perry only for a few years, when he met our daughter Katherine. He has been so wonderful to her and our grandchildren, what a undertaking for him. We shall never forget him. I will always remember him in the kitchen making food for us when we came to visit. Another great memory is when he arranged a day outing for us on the lake we had a wonderful day outing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this saddened time. Love to you all, Mom & Dad.

Katherine and family, and Bradt family. We were so sorry to hear of Perry’s passing. He was a great classmate, workmate and friend. He was always easy to make blush, but gave as good as he got. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

My Uncle Perry was so funny! He would always call me Pinocchio . And come to think of it….. I can’t even remember why. It was only over the last three years that I started calling him Pinocchio back. He was fun to be around, always making jokes and telling stories… And most of all making you feel welcomed and happy! And I hope that when it does come time for his special ceremony that the people attending do not wear all black and think of how sad it is that he is not with us… But wear even just a little green.. The colour of life! Because my uncle perry was not sad his whole life… No that was not his nature his nature was to be happy! So please when you think of my uncle perry think of happiness. ” Please God help us to remember the good things in life and to always cherish them thank you for the time you have given my uncle perry to live and bless all the lives that he has ever encountered, and please God help us to be happy here on earth and live out our full lives and please help us to not be worried or upset for to long because we know he is safe with you and although we will never forget him let us be able to try to move on and wait until that day when we can meet again, Amen.” We love you uncle perry and if you can see this right now….. Don’t forget that your Pinocchio. Love, me

The ANGEL that was Perry has left earth and is now an ANGEL in Heaven. He was there for our mother up to the minute she passed. He helped me through some stress during my illness. He’s been a source of GREAT JOY in our lives and he is still bringing joy to all who remember him. I and some of my family have very fond memories of him. He’s looking down and watching over you and your family and smiling at those he cared about. He is no longer suffering. We will miss him and we wish the best for you and your children. May GOD Bless and keep you safe. The family of Bea Lavictoire.

Katherin & Family.So sorry for your loss of Perry your in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.

I was so saddened to hear the passing of Perry.I grew up close to the Bradt family and it breaks my heart that they have to go through something so tragic. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers and that perrys smile will live on forever in our memories.

I worked with Perry for almost 20 years at a local Englehart business in the 1980’s & 1990’s. He was such a dedicated and dependable worker. His sense of humor, smile and dimples got us through any difficult days. And then there was ski patrol at Raven Mountain. I would have not joined without the encouragement of Perry and his brother Rob. It was a great experience with the two of them. Although I did not see Perry as much once his life centered in Kirkland Lake, when he did go to the Englehart Public School to visit Rob, he came to my classroom and we had a good gab. You are a great friend and person and I will miss you. But you will always be in my heart!

Perry was my full time RN at extendicare, he was one of the most kindest and most caring people that I know. I am proud to say that I was able to work with him and learn from him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends in this time of need.

Heartfelt condolences to the Bradt family from the Demarell family. Our families had the same number of children and many of us being the same age and in the same school became friends. We are so sorry to hear of his sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Katherine I am so sorry to hear about Perry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He always lit up a room when he would smile and laugh. Times when it would be a bad day in nursing class he would find something to be positive and make us smile about. He was a positive energy.

Dear Katherine, Please know that Perry’s beautiful smile will always be remembered by all that where fortunate enough to know him. It is very difficult to believe he is gone. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

My bio Father

I figure now that a decade has passed it is time that the truth comes out. I was Perry's only bio child - notice I am not listed that is because he walked out on me when I was 8 years' old. He told his brother, Robin, to tell me that he wasn't ready to be a dad. A little late for that. But the real reason was his young girlfriends not wanting a kid around every other weekend.

That was the last time I spoke to him or anyone in the Bradt family. I tried a few times, once when I was 14 and again when I was 16 to reconnect but no avail. Robin is well aware of this and I expect realizes how terrible his family is but they still made no effort.

I wonder if the person who wrote this obit even knew of my existence? if not, ask around, they will confirm. He was even still legally married to my mother. Shocking I know - the web of lies.

Really gross of all of you to talk about how great he was when some of you know exactly what he did. Hell even my own blood aunt, Nancy, is praising this deadbeat - shows how much she cares about harm caused to her blood niece. We should hold people to the standards they were when they lived, not some made up fantasy after they die.

Maybe he did become a better person later in life but as his only biological child, I can only speak of my experiences and the fact that I am not even mentioned speaks volumes. At least my grandparents listed me as existing in their obits.

So Perry - you were a deadbeat father who abandoned your kid. Took me 10 years after your death to say my what needs to be said. Stop idolizing deadbeats.