Former coastal Delaware resident James Brady died today in northern Virginia. He was 73.
Brandy was wounded and permanently disabled during an assassination attempt that nearly took the life of President Ronald Reagan. He was Reagan.
Brady and his wife Sarah lived in Sussex County and became active in the movement to keep firearms out of the hands of those with mental problems or criminals. Brady was disabled and confined to a wheelchair.
A bill, named in his honor, aimed at dealing with the problem, was later allowed to expire.
Gov. Jack Markell issued the following statement:
“My heart goes out to Sarah and the Brady family. I first met Jim in 1979, when we shared a small office while I was serving as an intern to Sen. William Roth in Washington, D.C. Jim was a wonderful person with a great sense of humor. Later in life, I was honored to reconnect with Jim as he and Sarah made their home in Sussex County for many years. Jim’s grit and determination were always evident.”
“This is a difficult loss, but those close to him can take solace in knowing the legacy he built through his advocacy work will have a lasting impact on our country and will surely inspire future generations.”
CLICK HERE for an obituary from the New York Times.
