Bill Bradfield

William H. (Bill) Bradfield, 91, of Shiner, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.
He was born on August 18, 1934, in Muncie, Indiana, to Leona Rose Colegrove and Herbert Henry Bradfield.
Bill lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service. He married the love of his life, Jane, on August 27, 1955. Together, they shared over seventy remarkable years of marriage and raised three children: Connie, Mimi, and Robert. Bill was a man of deep integrity, tireless work ethic, and a generous heart. 
A proud businessman and longtime resident of Shiner, he owned and operated the local John Deere dealership—Shiner-Filley Distributing Company—from 1968 to 2005. During those years, he also served multiple terms as President of the Shiner Chamber of Commerce, always seeking to give back to the town he loved. 
An active and devoted Rotarian, Bill built lasting friendships across the globe. He served as Club President, District Governor, and Chief Sergeant-at-Arms at an unprecedented three international Rotary conventions. His dedication to Rotary’s mission, Service Above Self, took him to six continents in support of humanitarian efforts.
Bill also proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, where he rose to the rank of Sergeant First Class. He took great pride in his role as a Drill Sergeant, training some of the first troops sent to Vietnam. 
Beyond his professional and service commitments, Bill found great joy in his ranch, cheering for the Texas Longhorns, and supporting his hometown Shiner Comanches. He was happiest when surrounded by family, especially when watching the next generation grow.
Bill is survived by his devoted wife, Jane; his children, Connie Bradfield, Mimi Schaefer (Randy), and Robert Bradfield (Barbara); grandchildren, Maci McDonald (Cole), Reid Schaefer, Rachael Bradfield Horton (Caleb), and William Bradfield; great-grandchildren, Killian, Vivienne, and Maverick McDonald; and a great-granddaughter on the way, Riley Horton.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Leona and Herbert Bradfield; and sisters, Anne Green and Mary Briggs.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 15 at Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 18 at United Methodist Church in Shiner, with Pastor Rusty Moore and Taylor Gregory officiating. 
He will be laid to rest in the Shiner Mausoleum.
Pallbearers are Reid Schaefer, Cole McDonald, William Bradfield, Killian McDonald, Matt Green, Garlan Weber, Fred Hilscher, Bev Osburn, Alex Remschel and Bruce Bayless.
Honorary pallbearers are all fellow Rotarians.
Memorials may be given to the Bill Bradfield Scholarship Fund.
Arrangements are under the direction of Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home, Yoakum. 361-293-5656.