Anna "Sue" L. Brady

Anna L. Brady, lovingly known as “Sue,” passed away peacefully on June 29 at the age of 97.

Sue was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and cherished member of her community. She touched the lives of many with her kindness, warmth, generosity, and caring spirit. As a longtime teacher and legendary coach at Oberlin High School, she set the gold standard for girls’ athletics in Oberlin and Lorain County.  Her teams won numerous championships in both sports. She was inducted into the West Virginia Wesleyan Emeritus Club, the Lorain County Volleyball and Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame and the Ohio High School Volleyball Coaches Hall of Fame. 

She will be remembered for her love of family, her strength, her sense of humor, and the many memories she created with those fortunate enough to know her. Throughout her life, Sue dedicated herself to her family, career and church. She found joy in golf at the Oberlin Golf Club, swimming, pickleball and volunteering. Sue especially treasured time spent with her family and loved ones.

She was born on May 19, 1929 in Gassaway, WV to Homer and Julia Young. Sue is survived by children Julia Brady, Alan Brady and Carol Russo.  Grandchildren J Brady (Carrie), Jenn Spicer (Brent), Nicholas Russo (Dawn), Joe Russo and Bryan Russo (Lauren).  Great grandchildren Brady and Ben Spicer, Isaac and Ethan Brady, Avery, Sloane, Brady, Jack, Lily, Patrick, Maggie, Calvin and Cooper Russo.  She was preceded in death by husband Lester C Brady, parents Homer and Julia Young, sister Helen Lee Foster and son in law Thomas Russo (Carol)

A celebration of Sue’s life will be held on July 20 at First United Methodist Church, 45 South Professor Street, Oberlin, OH.  Visitation from 10:30 to noon with the funeral to follow at noon.  Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance and honor of a life well lived. A private interment will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Anna L Brady (Sue) Scholarship through Lorain County Community College Foundation.  Make checks payable to LCCC Foundation and note Anna Brady Scholarship.  Mail to:  Lorain County Community College Foundation, 1005 N. Abbe Road, CC220, Elyria, OH  44035.  Secure online donations may be made at LCCCFoundation.org

Sue’s love and memory will remain forever in the hearts of all who knew her.  The family would like to thank The Abbewood and Life Care of Elyria for their outstanding care of Sue in her final days.

Online condolences can be made at:  www.cowlingfuneralhomeoh.com

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