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Bradley William Hopcraft
11-May-1949 — 23-Nov-2025
Obituary Overview
Bradley William Hopcraft
It is with utmost sadness that we announce the passing of Bradley William Hopcraft, on Sunday, November 23, 2025, in Red Deer, Alberta.
Brad will be dearly missed by his wife, Laveryne, his son, Jason (Vata), daughter, Christine (Bruce) Watt, stepchildren Dallas (Kory) Reimer, Lesley (Tim) Unruh, and Jodi (Jeff) Snyder, and his brother, John (Lois), as well as his fifteen grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Reg and Ann Hopcraft, and sister, Eleanor.
Brad has left us a profound legacy rooted in his love for Jesus Christ, and we know he is entertaining his Creator now with his unmatched musical gifts! We will miss his smile, his jokes, and most of all, his willingness to help others in every situation. Brad loved playing and listening to music and has given us all fond memories of performances that will be cherished. Brad was humble and never looked for credit, with a storied professional career spanning many different occupations which shaped him into a wise and talented man.
Join us in celebrating Brad on Friday, December 5th @ 10:30 am, Redemption Church, 37370 RR 274a (Seventh Day Adventist church building).
Psalm 81:2 reads, “Begin the music, strike the timbrel, play the melodious harp and lyre”. Begin the music Brad! We will miss you.
Guestbook comments
Posted by Cheryl Hanet 05-Jan-2026
I was recently messaging with Brad over social media. After not seeing or speaking for many years. I will always remember the kind genuine person he was. My first bible came from Brad. It was his own, and he gave it to me. Rest easy my Brother. Until we meet again. Love from your sister in Christ. Cheryl (Bornn)
Posted by Samuel Brennan 05-Dec-2025
My deepest condolences to the family of Captain Brad Hopcraft. I first met Brad at Canadian regional and flew with him as his FO on the F-28. Always smiling and complete gentleman to everyone he worked with. It was a wonderful surprise when he joined us at Westjet after retiring from Jazz. Always smiling and stopping to chat when our paths crossed. His warm kindness will be missed by all. May his family find comfort in the impact his life had on all he met. May God keep you and comfort you in this time of loss. Sam
Posted by Chuck Frankard 05-Dec-2025
I am so sorry to hear of Brad's passing. We first met at the Portage Flying Club in 1977 when he flew in in his Piper J3 Cub. A few years later we met again and flew together in Yorkton. We reconnected a few years ago at a reunion in Yorkton and simply picked up where we had left off. Brad was a great guy with such a pleasant disposition. Always such a positive guy and a pleasure to be around. He will be sorrily missed. May he rest in peace. My sincerest condolences to his family.
Posted by Brydon Knibbs 04-Dec-2025
I used to meet Brad at the airport in La Ronge, Sask and help him fuel the 414 he was flying. He was my idol as some days he was doing three trips a day to the north. He also introduced me to the mother/daughter diner in PA where we would often go for breakfast. Brad, you are and will always be missed.
