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James Bradford Obituary
James K. Bradford, 77, of Apache Junction, AZ, formerly of Columbus, passed away April 9, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Mary E. Bradford; sister, Pamela (Lee) Closson; stepdaughters, Claudia (Larry) Freeman and Rebeca Sparks. He has two nephews, two nieces, three great nephews and two great nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents Howdy and Irene Gorman, grandparents Warner and Nora Bradford, brothers Thomas Gorman and Howard Gorman II. He was retired from Lorillard after many years. He was a member of Westgate Lodge and later Baltimore Lodge No. 475 in Baltimore, OH. He loved traveling and being with his family and many friends.
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Dorance Hornsby
April 19, 2018
If anyone can let us know if Jim went to West High School in Columbus, OH, we would like to know so we can include it in our Alumni Occident Newsletter.
Roger and Patty Adams
April 14, 2018
Jim introduced my wife, Patty and I. Jim was a member of the Groveport Police Department . A true gentleman and great person and will be truly missed
Miranda
April 14, 2018
My sincere condolences for your loss. May God's love comfort you during this difficult time.
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