Brad Bjornsrud, 50, of Gillette, WY, formerly of Valley City, ND, died Saturday, July 9, 2021, the result of a car accident in Gillette.

Brad Bjornsrud, the son of Richard and Eileen (Steckler) Bjornsrud, was born December 20, 1970, in Valley City, ND. Brad grew up and attended school in Valley City, graduating from Valley City High School in 1990.

After graduation, Brad moved to Casper, WY where he worked in the auto glass industry. In 2001 he moved to Gillette, WY where he worked for Whites Chevrolet. At the time of his death, he was employed by Melgaard Construction.

Brad also served with the Army National Guard for six years.  Brad was an avid pool and dart player, he enjoyed camping and fishing and spending time with his family, friends and his dog JB. His sense of humor and laugh were contagious. He will be greatly missed.

Brad is survived by his mother, Eileen Bjornsrud, Valley City, ND; two sisters, Gerilynn (Bill) Gabel, Bismarck, ND and Jackie Nawman, Casper, WY; as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Richard; a brother, Charles; his grandparents; brother-in-law, Jeffrey Nawman; and uncle, Rodney Steckler.

A graveside memorial service will be held at St. Catherine Catholic Cemetery in Valley City on Saturday, July 24, 2021, beginning at 2:00 PM.  An online guestbook is available at www.lerudschuldt.com.  The Lerud Mathias Funeral Home in Valley City is assisting Brad’s family with arrangements.