Fluid Management Company
Steven Bradfield
September 27,1960 – July 9,2023
Mr. Steven Michael Bradfield age 62 of Eads, Tennessee passed away on July 9, 2023, in Germantown, Tennessee surrounded with love and family.
He was born on September 27, 1960, in Erie, Pennsylvania. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his loving grandparents, Martha Lavada and Raymond Butler Bradfield. Growing up in Memphis, Tennessee, he married the love of his life, Sherry Lynn Bradfield, in 1988. Steve found his passion for coaching in Parkway Village where he mentored countless young men through 35 years of community service. However proud he was of his teams' successes, he always touted his own two boys, Zachary Shane & Christian Sean, as his "greatest achievements."
He is also survived by his mother Mary Ann Kireta Bradfield Palmer & sister, Marilyn Gaye Rodgers. Steve was always delighted with his two daughters-in-law, Megan Gail (Zachary) and Brennan Michelle (Christian). Steve was elated to welcome Rory Ellen and Charlotte Marie, his two granddaughters, into the world. They loved their "POP POP, and he loved them more than he ever imagined. Steve was a stark businessman, a motivating leader, and a steadfast provider. When his time came, he carried himself with dignity and strength. He will be sorely missed.
Charles Lay
March 13, 1935 – April 11, 2022
Charles “Charlie” Alexander Lay, age 87, of Memphis, transitioned peacefully from this life on Monday, April 11.
Charles was born in Savannah and graduated from Central High School class of 1954. He attended Memphis State University prior to serving in the United States Army. After serving in the military Charles moved to Memphis and worked for Velsicol Chemical Company as a millwright, Memphis Rubber and Gasket as a salesman, and later became a partial owner of Fluid Management Company where he continued to work part time after his retirement. Charles was a 50 year Mason and an avid golfer and a long-time member of Olive Branch Country Club. He made life-long friendships and will be remembered as a kind man who always had a story to tell.
Joe Paletskie
Born 1942 - April 19, 2016
Joseph Anthony Paletskie, 73, of Byhalia, MS and formerly of Pennsylvania passed away on April 19, 2016. He was a retired Handyman "Jack of all trades" and worked at Fluid Management. Mr. Paletskie also served in the Army 82nd Airborne and on the USS Arlington in the Navy.
" Joe P" as everyone called him at Fluid Management miss him every day. He was known for practical jokes and would keep you laughing at anytime during the day. He was a hard worker and someone that you could count on to be present every day.
Adam Sater
May 12, 1960 - June 18, 2013
Adam Richard Sater, 53, passed away on June 18, 2013, at his home. He graduated from Baylor High School in Chattanooga, and went on to graduate from the University of Memphis with a degree in Communications, where he was an active videographer for UofM Athletics. Adam was a long term industrial salesman for Fluid Management Company. Adam would go to great lengths to make a sale. He was always in a good mood. He loved his family here at FMC. We sure miss his laughter and quirky ways.