In Memoriam: Julee Brady

In Memoriam: Cowgirls Historical Society Founder

A founding member of the Cowgirls Historical Foundation, Julee Brady passed away from Stage IV carcinosarcoma, a rare form of uterine cancer with which she was diagnosed in March. She's survived by her husband, Pat, and children Shanda, Marjon, Kelsee, Kellan and Taryn.

Julee’s daughter Taryn Brady Hale shared the news of her passing yesterday in a Facebook post, which reads: It is with heavy hearts, yet firm testimonies that we announce the passing of our angel mother,

Julee Brady. She peacefully passed Saturday night surrounded by her five children and her husband of 43 years after a valiant fight against Stage IV carcinosarcoma. We feel such peace at this time flowing from our knowledge of Heavenly Father's divine Plan of Salvation. We also feel humbled and supported by the outpouring of prayers and love we have received.

Raising her family in Arizona, the Sunshine State, Julee referred to herself as the "domestic engineer" of the "Brady Bunch" — which includes her husband and five kids, as well as a handful of dogs and horses. She also enjoyed being active in her community, giving many hours of her time to local organizations and schools through the Cowgirls Historical Society and her church and while serving as Mrs. Arizona 1994–1995. For many years, Julee also worked with Signature Modeling Agency as a modeling coach and acting talent. Co-founding of the Cowgirls Historical Society combining her passion for service work with her love of Western culture — was one of her proudest accomplishments .

Exemplifying the cowgirl spirit, the CHF assists charities and organizations with fashion shows, hostessing, auctions, skits, education programs as a way of giving back to their communities. As their website states, "It is well known that people who serve others, end up serving themselves with a more content and happier heart." The Cowgirls have been pleased to volunteer with the Phoenix Fire Department, Florence Crittendon, Catwalk for Charity, Kicking Up Kindness Buckaroo Ball, National Day of the Cowboy, Literacy & Educational programs, Special Olympics, Phoenix Suns Charities and other wonderful organizations.

The Cowgirls Historical has also worked closely with RFD- TV and The Cowboy Channel. Believing that the networks and CHF share a common purpose — to preserve, celebrate and educate others on agriculture and cowboy (and cowgirl) culture — Julee became a close friend of Rural Media Group and was always first to volunteer her time to be a part of RFD-TV/ TCC events. She and the CHF have joined the RMG team for the National Finals Rodeo, RFD-TV's The American, and the Rose Parade — with Julee leading the way, always with a warm smile, positive attitude, and willingness to roll up her rhinestone embroidered sleeves when needed. Everyone at RMG who worked with Julee loved her, getting to experience firsthand her kindness, generosity, and beauty both inside and out.