Bradley Coleman Memorial

Bradley Edward Coleman, a winegrower, farmer, lifelong resident of Stanislaus County, and Fresno State alumnus class of 1984,  passed away on October 1st, 2021.

Brad was born in Modesto to parents James Edward Coleman and Susann Gallo Coleman, and was a grandson of Julio and Aileen Gallo. He graduated from the Jordan College with a degree in Agricultural Business and was a proud member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. Brad was also quite an athlete as he won awards in football and was ranked in the top 20 in California for tennis.

Brad was a devoted father and grandfather, and developed his love of nature and farming from his grandfather and godfather, Julio Gallo. He enjoyed the outdoors, music, traveling, photography, bonsais, his labradors, great food and wine, his home ranch Blue Oak, and his family. Brad was a bold, passionate, generous, spiritual and loving man who will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

A public visitation will be held at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church on J Street in Modesto on Saturday October 16, 2021, 5 - 7 p.m. 

If you would like to make a gift in memory of Brad Coleman in support of students studying agricultural business or viticulture, please follow the link below.

Ag One Foundation is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3). Gifts are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our tax ID number is 94-2685442.