BRIDPORT — Thad Myrick Bronson, age 95, passed peacefully, in his sleep, Nov. 1, 2026, at his home in Bridport.
Thad was born in Bridport Aug. 20, 1931. He was the son of Horace and Alice (Myrick) Bronson. He grew up in Bridport and Shoreham, where he received his education. He enlisted in the United States Army, at age 17 and served in a combat role in Korea. Following his Honorable Discharge in 1952, he returned home and began his working career as a heavy equipment operator, for several years. He later established Bronson’s Marine in Cornwall. He retired in 1993 after owning and operating his business, for more than 30 years.
After retirement he continued working harvesting milfoil in Lake Champlain. He was a life member of V.F.W. Post 7823 in Middlebury. Thad enjoyed snowmobiling, water skiing and ice fishing. He was an avid hunter and fisherman.
He is survived by two daughters, Carolyn J. Bronson of Bridport and Pamela J. Bronson of Orwell; one son, Jeffrey W. Bronson and his wife Gisele of Shoreham; two grandchildren, Ramsey Bronson and his wife Mattea of Shoreham and Courtney Bronson of Shoreham; and great grandchildren, Walker and Lainee. Many nieces, nephews and cousins also survive him.
He was predeceased by his wife; Virginia (Brileya) Bronson Nov. 5, 2020. He was also predeceased by brothers Wymond, Lloyd, Bernard, Malcolm and Horace Jr., and a sister, Thelma.
A private graveside committal service and burial with Military Honors will take place, at a later date in the family lot at Lakeview Cemetery in Shoreham.
A gathering in celebration of his life will be held Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 5-8:30 p.m., at the Middlebury Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, on Exchange Street, in Middlebury. All are welcomed.
Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made in his memory to Addison County Home Health & Hospice, P.O. Box 754, Middlebury, VT 05753 or Homeward Bound, Addison County Humane Society, 236 Boardman Street, Middlebury, VT 05753.
Arrangements by Miller & Ketcham of Brandon. ◊
