Firefighter Lee Braidley – Condolences
Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service is saddened to report the death of Firefighter Lee Braidley – a much-loved member of our service who spent 27 years serving his communities.
Friends, family, colleagues and members of the public are invited to pay tribute to Lee by submitting a note for his book of condolence below.
The comments on this page will be collated and placed in a printed book for Lee’s family.
I had the absolute pleasure of welcoming Lee to my watch in Sheffield, at the start of his Fire Service career. Taking him under my wing, we had an instant bond, he was such an easy person to work with. Always happy, always laughing, and always good to have by your side. I have many, many fond memories of working with him. I bumped into him randomly while on holiday in the Lake District a few years ago, and that same happy, smiling friend was instantly there. A quote springs to mind when I think of him: “He who stands with me shall be my brother”. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. Sadly I will be unable to attend his funeral due to work commitments, but I will be by his side again in spirit. Rest well, brother. - from Andy Blades - 19 November 2024
So shocked to hear this news. He was a lovely kind person. - from Lisa - 16 November 2024
Sad that such a wonderful person has been taken way too soon. He was a lovely man who was loved and respected by all who knew him. X - from Liz - 12 November 2024
Sad that such a wonderful person has been taken way too soon. He was a lovely man who was loved and respected by all who knew him. X - from Liz - 12 November 2024
Incredibly sad and devastating to lose such a lovely man. Lee - the nicest, kindest, funny, cheeky man full stop. Always ready with a friendly word and smile. His positive and charismatic personality absolutely pure gold and very infectious. If he could see the shock, sadness, love felt by all who knew him he would probably say 3 things - Omg. F***. Blimey. The photo he sent \'view from my office\' RIP XX - from Kelly - 30 October 2024
I’m so saddened to hear the sad news of the loss of our dear friend Lee. My thoughts are with his family friends and colleagues. Lee was just such a fun loving guy full of positive energy and enthusiasm. His cheeky personality was just infectious and he was a very kind sincere gentleman who will be greatly missed. Sleep tight x - from Allyson Picton - 28 October 2024
Shocked isn\'t the word to describe this news the tears and memories of laughter will last a lifetime the tears of sadness have come way too soon brother RIP Ginge xxx Dicky - from Richard Ashton - 24 October 2024
Absolutley devastated to hear this sad news, my heartfelt sympathies to Cheryl, family and friends. Lee was the epitome of a top lad, a brilliant mate and an excellent firefighter. The word Legend is the best way I could describe him, it was my privilege and honour to have served and stood along side him and have him as a friend and like so many, will miss the laughs and antics we used to have, some of my greatest memories are with him. Rest easy my Brother Marsy - from Sean Marsden - 23 October 2024
So shocked to hear this news and im sorry for everyone who knew Lee and have lost his from their lives... i always looked forward to catching up with him when he came over to Sheffield for a beer. When i joined Mansfield road Green watch he helped me with his enthusiasm and humour to become a better firefighter. Thank you, we will meet again, RIP mate . Rick - from Rick Green - 21 October 2024