Brad G. Ford

MOUNT PLEASANT- Brad G. Ford, 75, of Mount Pleasant, died unexpectedly Thursday, April 10, 2025, at his home.

Brad was born February 8, 1950, in Mount Pleasant the son of Robert and Margaret (Grey) Ford. He graduated from Mount Pleasant High School. Brad continued his education at Southeastern Community College studying tool and die. He served in the Iowa National Guard. On September 25, 1971,Brad was united in marriage to Sherry Housh in Kahoka, Missouri. He has lived in the Mount Pleasant community his entire life. He worked as a welder for Alliant Energy for many years, retiring in 2014. In his free time, Brad enjoyed working on vehicles, he could weld and fabricate anything. He was an avid race fan, and you could find Brad racing modifieds at 34 Raceway in West Burlington and Lee County Speedway in Donnellson.

Brad is survived by his wife Sherry; son David and wife Stefanie Ford of Mount Pleasant and their children Ethan and Natalie, daughter Angie and husband Justin Stover of Mediapolis, and their son Brock. He was preceded in death by his parents and infant brother.Brad’s family requests no flowers or memorials. They would like anyone that knew and liked Brad, to know those memories are sufficient. For anyone that knew Brad and didn’t like him, rest assured the feeling was mutual.According to Brad’s wishes he has been cremated and there will be no service. The Olson-Powell Chapel & Crematory is caring for Brad and his family.