Kelly Bridgewater

Kelly James Bridgewater, 56 beloved son, father and brother, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at Mission Hospital. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Born June 9, 1969 in Arlington, Texas, Kelly grew up in his small hometown of Mission where he attended Mission High School and later graduated from the University of Texas Pan American in December 1993. He is survived by his sons Brandon (Katharine) Bridgewater and Zachary (Madison) Bridgewater, grandsons Henry James and Jack Thomas, his mother Carole (Ken) Jones, brother Bruce Bridgewater, brother David Bridgewater, sister Kendra (Wayne) Keller and numerous nieces and nephews. He is proceeded in death by his father Jerry Lloyd Bridgewater.

After graduating college with a degree in Physical Therapy his greatest achievement was helping children learn to walk and run for the next 32 years of his active life. He was an avid football fan and most Saturdays and Sundays were spent watching his beloved Texas Longhorns and Dallas Cowboys. His hobby's included a vast collection of comic books, anything Star Trek and James Bond. In his last few years, Kelly became an avid reader of the Bible, diving deep into his faith that he held on to closely until his last moments.

"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." — Isaiah 40:31

A celebration of life will be held May 14, 2026 from 5:00pm - 9:00pm at Ric Brown Funeral Home located at 701 E Expressway 83, Mission, Texas.

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