Paul E. Braddock

Paul “Moose” Braddock, 65, of Bettendorf, died peacefully, January 3, 2025 at the Clarrisa C. Cook Hospice House surrounded by his family.

A memorial visitation will take place on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 from 4 until 7 p.m. at the Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport. Keeping with Paul’s wishes, cremation rites have taken place and burial will take place at a later date in St. Bridget’s Cemetery, West Branch, Iowa. Memorials may be made to Friends of St. Bridget’s or for an educational fund for his grandchildren.

Paul Edwin Braddock was born on October 17, 1959 in Davenport, a son of Marion E. and Marie A. (Donohoe) Braddock. He graduated from Bettendorf High School in 1978 and attended Scott Community College to learn the welding trade.

Paul worked for General Electric as a welder before joining the United States Army Corps of Engineers in 1991 working at Lock and Dam 14 until he retired in 2021.

Paul was united in marriage to Ellen M. (Manley) on March 3, 2023 in Las Vegas.

Paul enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially while hunting, riding motorcycles, snowmobiling and competing in motocross and softball. He also was an exceptional cook, everyone enjoyed his soups. Paul cherished his grandsons and wouldn’t miss their activities. He was a great NASCAR fan and most recently rooted for “the Polack” Brad Keselowski.

Those left to honor his memory are his wife, Ellen, Bettendorf; children: Morgan (Pat) Cullen, LeClaire and Nolan Braddock, Orlando; step-son, Korey Gibbs, Burlington; grandsons: Blake and Tyler Cullen; step grandchildren: Julie, Karson, and Kaitlyn; siblings: Bill (Sharon) Braddock, Solon, and Ron (Robin) Braddock, Tipton; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Brenda Braddock, and several dear friends.