EDGEWATER, Fla. – Brad Edward Stephenson, 67, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on March 24, 2024, in Edgewater, Florida, after a long and courageous battle with multiple health issues.

Brad was born March 9, 1957, in Berlin, New Hampshire, to Harry and Marie Stephenson. He lived in Shelburne, N.H., and attended Edward Fenn Elementary School and Gorham Junior High School in Gorham, N.H., until moving to Cape Elizabeth, Maine in 1970. He graduated from Cape Elizabeth High School in 1974.

Brad’s career was as a Merchant Marine in the Seafarers Union. He began shipping in 1991, starting out as a General Utility Porter on cruise ships in Hawaii. Over the years he worked his way up to Chief cook and Baker. He worked for many different companies, including Waterman Steamship, Maersk Shipping, USS Transport and Sea Lift Inc. to name a few. He shipped all over the world and served in the Second Gulf War on a military ship feeding up to 80 Marines. Brad retired in 2020 and spent his winters in Edgewater, Florida, and would spend his summers at the family camp in Georgetown.

Brad enjoyed antiquing, and would spend his spare time hunting for antiques to bring to flea markets and sell them. People in the business would always check out his latest finds as he became very knowledgeable in the trade. Two of his favorite shows were Antique’s Roadshow and American Pickers. Brad was also an avid poker player and would play Texas Hold-Em in weekly tournaments while in Florida, and he almost always made the final table, often winning first place.

Brad will be missed by many and be remembered as a loyal friend with a big heart. Many people speak fondly of his generosity when he helped them through difficult times. His sense of humor was well developed and many remember his laughter and smiling face.

Brad was predeceased by his father, his sister Cassie and brother Bruce. Brad is survived by his mother, two brothers, Craig and Carl and his wife Dianne, “Uncle Bub” as he was known to nieces and nephews, Craig and Brian, Erin and her husband Dave and Chelsea and her husband Matt. A grand niece Riley and many cousins scattered throughout New England.

A graveside service will be held at Lary Cemetery in Gorham, N.H., on Saturday July 13, at 12 p.m., followed by a Celebration of Life at the Gorham Legion Hall.

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