Edwin M Brady

Edwin "Ed" M. Brady, III, passed away on January 24, 2026, in Dallas, at the age of 77. He was born on April 26, 1948, in Marlin, Texas, to his late parents, Josephine Martin Brady and Edwin M. Brady, Jr. He was preceded in death by his brother Paul Brady, sister Nancy Brady,and nephew Nathan Brady.

Ed leaves behind his wife, Janet Manno Brady, his daughter, Lauren Brady, and his brother,Michael Brady. His sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law who remain are Judy and Art Cavazos, Linda Buss, Kathy and Al Bisbey, Kenneth and Irma Manno, and Tina Manno. Ed's surviving nieces and nephews: Theresa Johnson, Becky Jones, Sean Warley, Erin McMann, Kelly McMann Rafanan, Katy McMann, Dayna Audirsch, Joe Bisbey, and Torie Roberts, Kevin Rushton, and Taylor Deats.

Ed grew up in Austin and went to St. Edward's High School from 1962 - 1965. He relocated to Dallas and graduated from Bishop Lynch in 1966. He attended and played football for Texas Lutheran University.

After 43 years with Southwestern Bell / AT&T, Ed concluded his career as Associate Director. He earned recognition for focusing on underserved Dallas communities, working to restore and enhance phone services in those previously neglected neighborhoods.

Ed loved saltwater fishing! Boothville, Louisiana was by far his favorite place to fish. He visited often with friends and family, typically returning home with plenty of Red Fish, Red Snapper, and Speckled Trout. It was Ed's idea of heaven.

Ed loved sports, especially college football, and was a huge Texas Longhorn fan. He attended UT games in Austin as a regular season ticket holder. He frequently called his friends from other cities while watching UT games, with lots of shouting and swearing in their conversations. 

Ed Brady enjoyed life. His presence filled the room. He never met a stranger and was always up for a good time. He was easy to be around, and most people liked him immediately. He had many friends and maintained close, long-term friendships throughout his life. Ed was a tower of strength, and he was a kind, generous and a gentle man. He was well loved and will be greatly missed.