Brad L. Setzler

Brad Setzler, 43, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, July 22, 2009.Service: 2:00 P.M. Saturday at the First Baptist Church of Aledo.Interment: Annetta Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 P.M. Friday at White's Funeral Home, 130 Houston Ave. Weatherford.Brad Setzler was born January 4, 1966 in Abilene to Jeri and Wayne Setzler of DeLeon. He was raised in Clyde and attended college at Tarleton State University where he graduated with an Industrial Engineering Degree in 1988. He made lifelong friends through the Purple Poo Organization. Brad met his best friend and the love of his life, Nancy Moore in April 1993 and they were married in October of 1993. Brad worked at Vought Aircraft for 18 years, where he served in several management positions. He was respected by all who knew him and he was cherished by all the friends he made along the way. Brad left Vought and went to Triumph Industries in 2006, where he continued to make friends. Brad loved his time at Triumph and when he could no longer continue his responsibilities there, it was one of the saddest days of his life. Prior to his ALS diagnosis Brad passionately enjoyed hunting and fishing. Through the generosity of the 10XXX Ranch, Brad was able to fulfill a lifelong dream and go on a big game hunt while he was still able to stand. Brad was a devoted and loving husband, daddy, son and friend. His spiritual foundation enabled him to endure the tragedy of ALS with a courage that amazed those close to him. He was preceded in death by his sister Dee Ann; grandparents, J.P. and Lois Fields and Clyde and Alma Setzler; nephew, Garron Denson.Survivors: wife, Nancy; daughters, Lexie, Torie and Gracie; son, Chad; mother, Jeri; father, Wayne; brother, Montia and wife, Karen; and sister, Wanetha; and nieces and a nephew.