Bradley Bogaert Obituary – Death, Cause Of Death, Funeral: “The R Bar of Mishawaka posted Sunday on Facebook regarding the passing of Bradley Bogaert and the everlasting impact Bogaert will have on the local LGBTQ community.”
Friends and other affected persons mourn the death of a local icon in the LGBTQ community Bradley Bogaert, who passed away suddenly.
Bogaert graduated from Marian High School, South Bend in 1979 and works at Truman’s Night Club as a drag queen, speaking about coming out, attacking gays, and drug and alcohol problems. Bogaert was a stage performer in the LGBTQ community for years.
InsideEko is yet to confirm Bradley Bogaert’s cause of death as no health issues, accident or other causes of death have been learned to be associated with the passing.
This death has caused a lot of friends and family of Bogaert so much hurt. It is in that mourning spirit that the concerned persons have taken to social media to share tributes to the deceased and condolences to the affected family.
Tributes To Bradley Bogaert
Below are some of the statements shared across social media users’ timelines on the death of Bogaert.
“The world lost a great entertainer, and friend in Indiana last night, as he passed on while he was doing what he loved to do. Bradley Bogaert you will be sorely missed by so many.”
“I’m waking up to the incredibly sad news that Bradley Bogaert died last night while performing in Mishawaka, IN. 💔
Bradley and I met at Truman’s. I haven’t seen him since the club closed in 2012. He was so funny and so very kind to me and my friends when he would go watch him perform. He had a personality that was larger than life, looked stunning in a cocktail dress and his jokes were so raunchy, even I blushed.
He meant a lot to so many in South Bend/Mishawaka and will be deeply missed!”
“With permission from his family, it is with great sorrow that we share with you the passing of a local legend to the LGBTQ community. Bradley Bogaert has been a staple in our community for decades. He could be loud and eccentric, but he cared deeply for the LGBTQ community and ensuring they had safe spaces to be themselves. He was the queen among queens. The most entertaining MC and host. Bradley stole every show that had the honor of having him perform. Every. Last. One. He lived on the stage, and last night, doing what he loved, he breathed his last breath.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, but also with all of you who have been impacted by Bradley’s friendship, his presence and his energy.
R Bar will be having upcoming benefit nights for anyone wanting to help the family honor Bradley’s memory. More info to come.”
“Last night one boisterous soul with a loud laugh and huge heart passed onto the great stage above. Bradley Bogaert was a huge part of the lgbtq+ community but he was a big part in my life. When I first met cole I met bradley the following night and he came over and on the mic talked about my chest and how large it was, I was so embarrassed but realised t hat is his schtik. Over time I became a little more comfortable qoth him and started talking more. Finally there came a time i wpuld try being a drag king he was so supportive and made me not so nervous backstage. Later when I decoded perform as a female lead he was supportive behind that as well.. he was just happy for me to enjoy the art of performing.
We had a very odd relationship but it worked for us. Sometimes I would clean up and put things away the next moment I’m going “where is that!? I had it right here…” I look over and its been put in a totally different place then where I had it originally. He and I really started to understand eachother better over the course of the past couple years and even the past couple of months. He would try ad help me with ideas for clothing for the burlesque troup and always ALWAYS tried to get me to do bigger make up and tell me bihhhhhh you need some big necklace or something to POP! Just last weekend he told me that I “Shitted” for my outfit, hair and make up, even down to my lashes! I will always remember the laughs he gave me, the times when I wanted to yank him out of the bedroom and go “That pan doesn’t need to be in the oven when your not using it!”(a silly argument we use to have on a weekly basis until I made shelves for them) and of course I will always remember our heart to hearts down to the day he bought me yellow roses because he had said something that hurt my feelings by mistake. I will always love you Bradley and I can promise you will never be forgotten. You better work that heavenly stage queen of kings! Rest in peace.”
“We have benefit shows this coming weekend but you can also help out with the gofundme below! All proceeds are going towards covering the funeral expenses. We are so proud of how this community is already stepping up to help. You are all amazing. Much love ❤️.-R Bar”
“When I first turned 21, I went and saw my first drag show, which is where I met Bradley Bogaert. I was young, and naive, and knew nothing about gay culture, lifestyle or even what a drag show was. Being in that lounge that night, I had no idea that, that place, those people, those performers, that MC, would have such an impact on my life, and my life experience.
Bradley was the shocking MC you came to see. He was funny, raw, yet loving, and supportive of every single walk of life. But Bradley was also an amazing friend off stage. I have so many stories and so many memories to keep with me. Even after moving to Dallas, we still remained close. We would talk on the phone and giggle and laugh about Truman’s. We would always say, we’d kill for one night backstage.
Everything involving my career, stems from Bradley. He was supportive and taught me everything I know. Sometimes in life, we take things too seriously. Coming from a life of shelter, Bradley showed me what life was like. What it was about, and how much fun it could truly be living it.
I have nothing but a debt of gratitude for the friendship we had. For the love we had for each other. For the support and insight he provided me. For being my mother, and loving me the way that he did. Bradley is by far one of the most influential people in my life, and I will forever love you and cherish our memories and carry them with me. May you be the brightest star in the sky. You were a legend, and no one’s star will ever be as bright as yours.
Thank you to everyone who has reached out to me, via text, phone, Messenger, etc.”
“Bradley Bogaert you will be missed by so many. Each and everyone of us has a unique story to tell about you. One thing for sure is that you made a laugh in your very own special way! You are a true one if a kind and a true legend. As you always have said, “look for me in the condo to your right, in hell” but I know better. Rest In Heaven. Until we meet again! 🙏💙”
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