Brady I. Twiggs Jr.

December 26, 1932 - October 14, 2021

Brady I. Twiggs Jr., age 88, of Chicago passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021 at his daughter’s home in Bourbonnais. He was born December 26, 1932 in Cincinnati, OH, the son of Brady I. Sr. & Dorothy (Leibtag) Twiggs. Brady married Florence Twiggs in Sacramento, CA. She preceded him in death in September 1972. Brady was a College Professor teaching Political Science. He served on boards of several theater organizations and was an avid donor to the arts. Brady was a worldwide traveler. He loved the performing arts, enjoyed reading, and completed the Chicago Marathon. Brady was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served four years during the Korean War. He was a Yeoman First Class Officer. For years, he was a member of the Faith United Protestant Church in Park Forest. Surviving are one son, Glenn Twiggs of Austin, TX; one daughter and son-in-law, Ellen & David Schumer of Bourbonnais; and two grandchildren, Maxwell Schumer and Brady Schumer. In addition to his wife, Florence Twiggs, Brady is preceded in death by his parents. As per his wishes, his body will be donated for scientific research. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Clancy-Gernon Funeral Home in Bourbonnais.