March 5, 1974 ~ April 10, 2021
Bradley Dewayne Cryer, 47, of Denham Springs, LA, passed away Saturday, April 10, 2021. He loved to be outdoors hunting, fishing and listening to music. He worked for the State of Louisiana for 25 years with most recently serving as the Assistant Legislative Auditor. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother and friend. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him. Visitation will be held at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, Saturday, April 17, from 12 p.m. until the celebration of his life at 2 p.m. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Ann Cryer; children, Dylan Cryer, Jennifer and Hannah Peterson; his soon to be born granddaughter Ayla Cryer, parents, Jerry and Linda Midkiff Cryer; sister and brother-in-law, Wendy and Henry Squires; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Carl “C.B.” and Lisa Barnett; maternal grandmother, Lena Midkiff; his beloved cats, Kim and Rita; and all the members and friend of the EBR Hunting Club. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Elbert Midkiff, Jr. Please share your condolences at www.sealefuneral.com.
23 comments
Sudha Jindia
April 17, 2021 at 5:28 pm
Brad was the best boss anyone could have. I felt valued and empowered by him and that is a rare gift. He will be missed for a very long time. My prayers and thoughts for his loved ones.
Eric Sloan
April 17, 2021 at 12:58 am
No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. I am honored and lucky to have served under Brad at the LLA, who was brilliant in so many ways and at the top of the profession. Brad will be sadly missed but well remembered, including his clever humor. Wishing the family peace and comfort.
Joe and Theresa Sampson
April 16, 2021 at 11:56 pm
Brad was a remarkable man. The generosity of his time and talents were greatly appreciated by the Sampson family. May he Rest In Peace. Sending the family healing thoughts and prayers.
Penny Scruggins
April 16, 2021 at 11:05 pm
On behalf of our CPA Firm, Champagne and Company, LLC, Russell Champagne and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to Brad’s family and friends. Brad was very helpful to us over the years. He was very knowledgeable and personable. He truly was a public servant.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all his loved ones during this difficult time.
Carlos Irigoyen
April 16, 2021 at 6:20 pm
I had enjoy working with Brad. He was a great man, smart, a leader, and always smiling. My deepens condolences for his family and friends. I will miss you.
Jamie Mergist
April 16, 2021 at 4:11 pm
I was fortunate to have Brad as a boss for the last several years. He was such a kind and compassionate person. I am grateful to have known him. He is greatly missed. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Jamie Mergist
April 16, 2021 at 4:03 pm
I was fortunate to have Brad as a boss for the last several years. He was such a kind and compassionate person. I am grateful to have known him. He is greatly missed. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Tim Ward
April 16, 2021 at 2:46 pm
I so sorry to here this, Brad was a great guy and I enjoyed talking with him at meetings that he was speaking at. We always talked about Vernon Parish, where he grew up and where I’m from. He will be dearly missed.
Cathy and George Matthews
April 15, 2021 at 1:37 am
Mary Ann, Jennifer, Hannah and Dylan. Along with all of Bradley’s family and friends. My sweet Mary Ann I remember the day y’all got married it was the happiest day of your life. You had finally meet your soulmate. You two were meant to be. Please remember this in the days to come how much he loved you and his family. George and I send to you all our love and want you to know we are here for you. May Jesus wrap you all right in his arms and hold you close.
Marianne Granier
April 14, 2021 at 10:36 pm
I had the wonderful privilege of working with Brad at the Legislative Auditors Office years ago. He was always a pleasure to work with and was so generous in his sharing of knowledge. Although it’s been awhile since I last saw him, I feel the void that he has left. My sincerest condolences to his family and the staff of the Legislative Auditors Office. May God comfort you in your loss. ❤️
Tammy Hennerichs
April 14, 2021 at 8:00 pm
Sending my condolences to Dylan and the family may he rest in peace.
Gina Guzzardo
April 14, 2021 at 6:58 pm
I had the pleasure of having Brad as a boss at the Legislative Auditor’s office. He brought his intellect and a calm to our department that made us all that much better. He was an incredibly kind man who was always open to new ideas. He genuinely wanted to make things better. He wanted to know how everything was going, not just with the work, but with all of us personally. I very much enjoyed our talks. He made me laugh. His passing leaves a large footprint in our office that will be hard, if not impossible, to fill.
Mary Ann, I pray that God will give you and all of his family comfort and peace at such a difficult time.
Lizzie Burt Scott
April 14, 2021 at 5:23 pm
I feel very fortunate that I was given the opportunity to work with Brad for the last 13 years. Brad was devoted to the people of Louisiana and also to us…his coworkers. He treated each of us with kindness, respect, and compassion. He lead with integrity, honesty, and an incredible wealth of knowledge. There wasn’t a day that went by when he wouldn’t crack a joke just to see people smile. He was my friend and a friend to everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. Brad was one of a kind and I feel honored to have known him. My deepest sympathies to his wife, children, and loved ones.
Josh Trahan
April 14, 2021 at 3:41 pm
I’ve never met Brad personally, but worked with him through my clients. He was always helpful, accessible and a great resource with a wealth of knowledge. Prayers for your family
Trey Thibodeaux
April 14, 2021 at 3:07 pm
I had the honor of working with Brad. He was a kind man who always carried a smile. He made time to take a call whenever I needed clarification or help no matter how small the detail. I am deeply sorry for his family and friends. He is greatly missed.
Mike Battle
April 14, 2021 at 2:55 pm
I worked with Brad at the Legislative Auditor’s Office. He was my boss, but it felt like I was working everyday with a buddy/friend. We worked hard, but we laughed a lot. He was just a good guy. For example, when he found out my daughter was picking up the guitar and learning to read music and play (and sing), he really seemed excited for her. Next thing I know, he shows up at the office with two electric guitars he wanted her to have. He was just a guy that would do things like that.
Also, Brad was highly intelligent and he was really effective at his job. He helped improve local government around our State and he was highly respected by local government officials, CPAs, and Legislators. He made stressful work situations calm and I will miss working with Brad. Mostly, I will miss our afternoon project status talks about work and life.
Dawn Laborie
April 14, 2021 at 1:54 pm
I had worked with Bradley in a professional capacity at various times over the years. I always appreciated his professionalism and candor. Hearing of his death, I and my colleagues were deeply saddened. I express my sincere condolences to his family and friends who will certainly miss him dearly. His passing is definitely a significant loss in the accounting community. Prayers to all those who mourn his loss.
Amy Verberne
April 14, 2021 at 1:21 pm
Bradley was always so helpful and a wonderful resource for governmental questions. He always made working with the Legislative Auditor’s office a pleasure. He will surely be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends with this great loss.
Betty Holt
April 14, 2021 at 1:01 am
Brad was our first baby in the family…. first grand baby.. first nephew.. He was our very special gift from God.. So until we meet again, Bradley, at heavens’ gates.. we will miss you….we love you.. we will carry our memories of you close to our hearts and smile each time you cross our minds .. which will be often .. missed greatly but never ever forgotten .. ❤️Aunt Betty and Uncle Buddy ❤️🕊
Jennifer
April 13, 2021 at 11:50 pm
I’ll miss you, old friend. I’ll never forget the days of playing in the band, the marching festivals, and All-Star Marching Band at LSU. Until we meet again, my friend. See ya, later, Brad.
Mrs Cheney
April 13, 2021 at 11:17 pm
Mary Ann so very sorry for your loss.Prayers lifted up for family?
Brenda Conrad
April 13, 2021 at 10:47 pm
Y’all faces would light up with joy, when y’all would talk about Bradley.I never had the honor to meet Bradley in person. But the way y’all would speak about him, I could tell he was loved very much . Linda and Jerry I wish I could do something to help .Prayers for Y’all and The Families.
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Sara Langhetee
April 13, 2021 at 10:40 pm
Dylan, Linda and Jerry, MaryAnn and all family and friends – praying for comfort and peace to y’all. Brad was one of a kind and a great guy.