Marci H. Bradley

Marci H. Bradley, nee Bidinger, age 38, of Chicago, beloved wife of Mathew, loving mother of Blair, step-mother of Samantha, dear sister of Kate and Bradley (Natalie) Bidinger, cherished daughter of Nora (Dave) Houser, David Bidinger, and daughter-in-law of Jo Ann Bradley. Marci embraced all that life had to offer with an energetic spirit and love of family, friends, and travel. Graduating in the top 10 from Copley High School (OH) in 1998, Marci participated on the speech and debate team, played varsity volleyball, and was voted most likely to succeed by her classmates. She was granted the prestigious honor of Leadership Award. Along with her school studies and activities, for all 4 years, Marci found time to participate in the youth group workcamp at Bath United Church of Christ. College took Marci to the University of Miami where she graduated magna cum laude with a BS in business finance. She went on to earn her MBA at the University of Chicago. During her college years she worked for the Rape Crisis Center. Her athleticism and extra energy enabled her to run the Chicago Marathon! Marci’s business career began in Chicago, first at Baxter, then GE, and finally at Pampered Chef in finance. While working she mentored college students and volunteered at various charities.  Her love of travel inspired her to work and live in Ireland and France. She visited Dubai, Africa, and Vietnam as well. Marci met the love of her life, Mathew Bradley, and completed her joy with the birth of their daughter Blair. She always said, “I have the perfect life.” Marci wanted to raise awareness of colorectal cancer. Celebration of Life services will be held Saturday, September 29, 2018 beginning with visitation at 9:00 a.m. and continuing with a formal service at 1:00 p.m. at Gibbons Funeral Home, 134 South York Road (half-a-mile north of Saint Charles Road), Elmhurst. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Colorectal Cancer Alliance, 1025 Vermont Ave NW, Suite 1066, Washington, DC 20005 or Blairs College Fund – make payable to Bright Directions, Account #452936959 , PO Box 82623, Lincoln NE 68501. For funeral information please call 630-832-0018 or visit www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com