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Philip Bradford Obituary
PHILIP E. "DOC", 79, of Downingtown and formerly of Secane, PA, died on March 18, 2008. He is survived by his wife Dolores Ettorre Bradford; daughter Carol Devey; son Philip E. "Skip" Bradford, Jr.; grand-children, Heather, Richie and Benjamin; 3 great grandchildren; sister, Margey Houser; sister, Anna Ellinda Blews; sister-in-law, Mary Bradford, and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Mass, 10 A.M. Thurs. March 27, 2008 at SS. Peter and Paul Church, 1325 Boot Rd., West Chester, PA. Interment with honors recognizing his Military Service 2 P.M. Thurs. at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, PA. 717-865-5254. Visitation 6-9 P.M. Wed. March 26, 2007 at DELLAVECCHIA, REILLY, SMITH & BOYD FUNERAL HOME, INC. 410 N. Church St, West Chester, PA 610-696-1181. www.drsfh.com In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250 Attn: Gift Processing.
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Judy Young
March 26, 2008
Dolores,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Although this past year has been a hard one, everything you did for Phil should give you peace of mind.
Judy and Michael Young
March 24, 2008
Dolores,
My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to you and the family for your husband's loss. May God bless you and always watch over you.
Diane Del Grippo
Bob Ettorre
March 21, 2008
Sorry for your family's loss. He was a good man with a good heart. We will all miss him
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