Bradley Carver II

bradley carver

Brad entered into the arms of his Heavenly Father on October 8, 2024 at the age of 53. Also waiting were so many love ones that have gone on before him that loved Brad unconditionally.

Brad was born on May 30, 1971 in San Antonio, Texas to Bradley and Debra Kinzel Carver.

At a very young age, Brad moved to Corpus Christi, Texas, with his family where he learned to fish and swim. At age nine Brad called Victoria, Texas home until he graduated from Victoria High School in 1989. Brad could be a rolling stone at times, causing him to work many types of jobs, but his love and passion was for cooking and feeding people even when he didn’t know them. From a very young age Brad had a love for sports, especially football, baseball and later basketball; Learning to play disc golf Brad met so many lifelong friends.

Brad was extremely smart and was hard to beat at Trivia. Brad never met a stranger and was always willing to help someone in need. He was very tender hearted, compassionate, and what a sense of humor Brad had. His infectious laugh was very contagious. Brad’s last 15 years was spent in his hometown of San Antonio, where he cooked for several restaurants. Mostly seeing him busy in the Kitchen of Two Bros, BBQ Market, and Memo’s.

Brad started his own catering business in 2013, Fred’s Food on the Fly. Brad was greatly loved by his family and many friends. His beautiful smile will be forever missed. Brad shall live forever in our hearts.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents Fred and Billie Carver and Julius and Virginia Kinzel; Uncles, Wayne Kinzel, Lee Kinzel, Mark Kinzel; and Aunt, Cyndi Carver Stringfellow, all of San Antonio, Texas. Brad is survived by his parents, Bradley Carver (Margaret) of Victoria, Texas and Debra Crawford (Tommy) of New Boston, Texas; sister, Ginger Carver of Victoria, Texas; Brother, Derek Carver (Caitlin) of Victoria, Texas; two nieces, Brinklee Glawson and Shealyn Carver; Twin Nephews, Shane and Shawn Carver; and Aunt, Lona Carver Batten of San Antonio, Texas. Numerous cousins and friends.

Memorials may be made in Brad’s Memory to Culinary Institute of America in San Antonio Pearl District.

Memorial Services Celebrating the Life of Brad Carver
Friday, November 8, 2024 at 1:00 PM
Faith Family Church in Victoria, Texas

Followed by Gathering
Froggies Pub
2902 N. Navarro Street, Victoria, Texas

Celebration of Life continues for Brad
Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2:00 PM
Two Bros BBQ Market
12656 West Avenue, San Antonio, Texas

Services

Celebration of Life: Friday, November 8, 2024 1:00 pm

Faith Family Church
2002 E Mockingbird Ln.
Victoria, TX 77904


Celebration of Life: Saturday, November 9, 2024 2:00 pm

Two Bros BBQ Market
12656 West Avenue, San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio, TX 78216


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  1. What a great dude. He was a really good friend to me. No matter how rough things were going for either one of us, we would have a great conversation, smile, laugh and enjoy the time together, every time. He was one of the first people to sponsor me in a disc golf tournament, saying it was because I was good and I’m supposed to play. I can’t even count how many times he fed me. I’m so glad we ran into each other one last time a few months ago at a gas station and talked for a while. As always, it ended with a big hug and a smile.

  2. Always happy and good people. Gonna miss you my friend. Always will remember you saying , you hungry Blu. You know I am bro lol ! Rest in Peace and prayers for the family

  3. Oh, what a bummer! Brad Carver was funny, generous and a solid food fixer! I couldn’t ever walk by without him hitting me with a fresh jalapeño popper…and I walked by OFTEN! Tell Anthony Bourdain hello😢😇

  4. With all my heart a connection with him that will never be forgotten. Funny
    Charming, and a great cook… Brad I watched the wind blow last week when it seemed like the last of you had left this Earth, but you will never be forgotten nor will you be lost because I saw your release to the heavens. Bless you for all your strengths and Any hard times are over for you. You are flying happy in the wind of eternal life. This is not goodbye it’s only a moment in this time of Earth we will meet in the happy life of the souls heavens.

  5. I just heard the news today, and I’m so sad to not have got a chance to say goodbye. I was a young lady who met Brad at good old CoCo Beach! We became fast friends, and spent about 10 years in each others lives. Like many have mentioned a lot of food, but also a lot of baseball. Brad was someone you could always call for help, and I was always hoping his food dreams would come true. He had such a good heart, I’m so sorry I didn’t get to say goodbye. Oh Brad, I’m so sorry. ❤️

    • On an another note if his family sees this – I’m that random gal that spent Christmas 2019 with yall and played corn hole. Brad was so loved. ❤️

  6. You made me an aunt the first time I’m going to miss you so bad I know I know Aunt Cindy is putting carmex on for you

  7. Sending so much love to Brad’s family ♥️ I am so sorry for the loss and will continue to keep you all in my prayers.

  8. Brad is my cousin and we had a lot of fun memories when we were young at Grandma & Grandpa ‘s house.
    May he rest in peace.

  9. Alice and Dora were sisters. I miss Grandma Alice and Aunt Dora. I wish I knew aunt Dora’s family better than I do. The love these two ladies had for all of us kids and grandkids was great. and I know aunt Dora gladly welcomed Bradly with open arms.

  10. God has called one of His beautiful creations home. Brad’s soul is at peace. Prayers for peace and patience for the family.

  11. Debra,
    You are in my thoughts and prayers. Even though I never met Brad, if we had, I feel like he would have been a great friend! May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you comfort !

  12. Debra you Tommy and Ginger are in my prayers of peace and comfort in the coming months and special holidays.

  13. Debra & Tommy,

    Love you both and am sorry for this loss.
    I know how much you loved your son.
    Hold tight the memories. ❤️

  14. I never got the opportunity to meet Brad I feel as if I knew him from being friends with his Sweet momma !!! Debra and I have been friends for several years I’ve heard a lot about her family!!! Sorry for your loss Debra and Praying you will find peace and rest and comfort knowing he is with Jesus !!! Love 💕. God Bless

  15. My sweet sister-n-law Debra. My heart breaks for you. I pray that your family will feel the comfort of the Lord at this time and the weeks to come. I know that Brad is in the arms of his Heavenly Father. Sending love to you and Tommy.

  16. Debra, Tommy, and family,
    My heart goes out to each of you during this difficult time. I never had the blessing of meeting Brad, but the stories and life of Brad are stories I’ll remember for a lifetime. I love that he and I had the commonality of cooking and serving people. That is something that you do from your heart. When you have the passion to make others happy with the art of food and service, that shows a true, kind heart. I know that he’s serving with the best and I will be so proud to meet him one day.
    Debra, thank you for always sharing your wonderful family.
    Sending all my love to you!

  17. My deepest condolences to Brad’s family, especially Debra and Tommy. Although I didn’t have the honor of knowing Brad personally, I can see from the outpouring of love here that he was deeply cherished and touched many lives. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May the memories of Brad bring you comfort and peace.

  18. Debbie, Tommy and Ginger
    My deepest sympathy. Debbie, you and I have been friends since we were eight. I can’t imagine the pain you must feel over the loss of Brad. My prayer is that God will give you peace and comfort on this tremendous loss.

  19. I am so sorry to hear about Brad,s passing. I never got to meet you but I did thru your Mother. She loved you so much and about all the cooking you did. Prayers for peace and comfort for all. Love Mary Downs. New Boston, Tx

  20. Brad’s mother Debra loved her son so very much. She has told me about his love of cooking for others and how he would send pictures of kittens to her. He must have inherited the same tenderness and caring of others that she has. I’m so sorry Debra! Your son must have been your hero in many ways.


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