THOMPSONVILLE – Bradley “Brad” W. Murphy, 31, of Thompsonville, passed away at 8:45 p.m. on Friday, February 10, 2023, at his home in Thompsonville.

He was born on August 9, 1991, to Karl Murphy and Ronda (Isaacs) Taskoski in Herrin, IL.

Brad was a loving father, son, brother and uncle. He enjoyed working on computers, phones and listening to music. He especially loved spending time with his son, Ashton.

Bradley is survived by his son, Ashton Paul Murphy of Benton; his father, Karl Murphy of Thomopsonville; his mother, Ronda Taskoski of Benton; his sister, Melinda (Jason) Martin of Thompsonville; five uncles: Justin Isaacs, Bennie Isaacs, Everette Isaacs, Aden (Mary) Isaacs and Fred (Cathy Wece) Isaacs; his aunt, Ruby Arview; three nieces and nephews: Keenan Martin, Jalyn Martin and Kendall Martin; his companion, Alicia Braggs and many cousins and friends.

Services have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S.Main St., Benton, IL.

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 17, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 17, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at the Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.

Following the funeral service, burial will take place in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Thompsonville, IL.

Memorials may be made to Ronda Taskoski for care for Brad’s son, Ashton Murphy, and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.