Brian P. Bratton, 64, of Wellington, died Tuesday January 5, 2021 at Mercy Health in Lorain after a sudden illness.

He was born June 13, 1956 in Lorain and had been a lifelong area resident.

Brian was a graduate of Admiral King High School in Lorain.  He worked at Parker-Hannifin as a tool & die maker and machinist before retiring.  He had also owned Party Time Rentals and recently worked as a bus driver and bus route coordinator for Wellington Schools.

Brian was a long-time Cleveland Browns season ticket holder having seats that transitioned from his father for over 50 years. 

He was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Oberlin.  He enjoyed going to his daughter Leah’s school and sports activities, fishing and golfing.

He is survived by his wife of 27 years Paula “Polly” Bratton, daughter Leah Bratton, brother Angelo (Rita) Ciu, sister Michele (Gus) Madera and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents Harry P & Amelia “Molly” Bratton (nee Letizia).