Bradley "Brad" Wayne Sanders

Bradley “Brad” Wayne Sanders, 45, of Seattle, WA, formerly of Middletown, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 1, 2026. Brad was born on July 12, 1980, in Muncie, the son of Jeff Sanders and Tammy Hall Sanders.

Brad made his home in the Seattle area for the past ten years. A 1998 graduate of Shenandoah High School, he built a career in the masonry restoration industry and was a proud member of the Bricklayers Union. Brad took great pride in his work and especially enjoyed contributing to projects on high-rise buildings and skyscrapers throughout the Seattle skyline.

Brad had a deep love for the outdoors and adventure. He spent one month camping along the Pacific Trail, cherished helping on a farm in Montana as a young boy, and enjoyed racing, especially NASCAR. He was also an avid football fan and faithfully cheered for the Indianapolis Colts.

Brad is survived by his mother, Tammy Sanders; father, Jeff (wife: May) Sanders; maternal grandmother, Judy Hall; sister, Brittany (husband, Shane) Giddens; nieces, Rylee, Reagan and Rachel Giddens; step-brother, John Taylor; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Brad was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, George Hall; paternal grandparents, Norman and Betty Sanders; cousins, Ashlee Martin and Emily Toffolo.

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Burial will take place in Miller Cemetery in Middletown. Brad had a special place in his heart for children’s safety. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial contribution in Brad’s honor to Prevent Child Abuse-Indiana at www.pcain.org. You may express condolences or share memories of Brad at www.ballardandsons.com.