Joseph Gerard Brady, of West Roxbury, passed away on October 31, 2024. Beloved husband of Louise A. (Spinelli) Brady. Devoted father of Christine Morrow and her husband Matthew of Milton, Stephen Brady and his wife Ashley of Somerville. Loving Granddad of Christopher and Emily Morrow, and Mia Brady. Son of the late George and Mary E. (McCarthy) Brady. Cherished cousin of the late Francis D. Brady and his late wife Sandra, the late Edmond J. Brady and his wife, Mary, the late Walter J. Brady and his wife Diane, and the late Thomas A. Brady.
Joe grew up in Somerville, along with his many Brady cousins. He graduated from Somerville High School in 1966, and received his BSBA, MBA, and JD from Suffolk University. Joe met Louise, his future wife of 48 years while they both worked at the Boston Public Library during college. After law school he served the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in several roles, including Counsel to the Senate. He retired as the Executive Director of the Building Authority at the University of Massachusetts.
He proudly and happily raised his two children and spent his later years enjoying spending time with his grandchildren. He was quick to offer his help to family and friends whenever needed. Joe will be greatly missed.
Funeral from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre Street, West Roxbury on Friday, November 8th at 9:00am. Followed by a Funeral Mass in Holy Name Church, 1689 Centre St, West Roxbury at 10:00am. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery West Roxbury.
Visiting Hours Thursday, November 7th from 4:00pm to 8:00pm in the Funeral Home.