Bradley Ross Drum

Bradley Ross Drum, 40, of West York, IL, died unexpectedly on March 15, 2024. Born in Terre Haute, IN, on August 17, 1983, Bradley (or "Brad" to his friends) would grow up in West Union, IL, where he nurtured a love for the outdoors and a knack for hands-on work. From dirt bike rides to four-wheeling, Bradley's youth was filled with adventure. His life-long propensity for tinkering started early, as he would spend hours working on his bike growing up.

He was a proud graduate of the Lincoln Trail College welding program and utilized his skills to contribute to several local businesses, including Toyota Boshoku Illinois, Annapolis Grain, Helena Chemical, and Casey Tool & Die. But Bradley's talents extended far beyond his career. He was a gardening enthusiast with an exceptional green thumb, showcasing his passion through the bountiful harvests of towering tomato plants and massive cabbage heads. His family often marveled at his ability to grow nearly anything he set his mind to, and his canned tomatoes became a testament to his pursuit of self-reliance and sustainability.

A true outdoorsman, Bradley reveled in the joys of hunting-be it deer, coyote, or rabbit. He also had a fondness for mushroom hunting, a pastime that married his love for the wilderness with his delight in discovery. Fishing was yet another of his favored activities, and he could often be found with a rod and reel in hand beside local ponds or along the river's edge, basking in nature's serenity.

Above all, Bradley's greatest pride and joy were his children. He believed that becoming a father was the most extraordinary milestone of his life, and this deep love for his kids was evident to all who knew him. Bradley's legacy will undoubtedly live on through the memories he's left behind for his loved ones to cherish. May his soul rest in peace as we carry forward the richness of his spirit in our lives.

He is survived by his children, Clayton Drum and Chyree Drum (both of Palestine, IL); by his parents, Mark Drum (West Union, IL) and Melinda (Hammer) Siverly (Palestine, IL); by his brothers, Eric & wife Christy Drum (Stoy, IL) and Montelle Drum (Palestine, IL); and by several extended family members, including his special aunt, Theresa Monk (West Union, IL). He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Edison & Esther Drum and Montelle & Marilyn Hammer, and by a number of aunts and uncles.

A time of visitation will be held from 3:00-4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 23rd, at the Prust-Hosch Funeral Home in West Union. A graveside service will immediately follow and will be held at the Harrison Cemetery, rural West Union, with Celebrant Curt Goodwine officiating. During the service, family and friends will have the opportunity to share some of their favorite memories of times spent with this dear man.

Memorial contributions may be made to his memorial fund, with checks made payable to "Prust-Hosch Funeral Home". Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.