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Bradford had worked for Gwaltney Oil, Armstrong Oil, and Miller Testing. In his spare time, he enjoyed building his own winch truck to use in his own business, Brown's Fabricating. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Bradford's greatest treasures were his children and grandchildren.
Bradford leaves behind his children, Josh (Kayla Fritschle) Brown, Samantha (James) Johnson, Jacob (Charly) Brown; grandchildren, Braxton, Patience, Josiah, Layla, Elli Kay, Phillip, Brayleigh, Kaysen, Benjamin, Lucy, Catherine, Madilyn, Hayden, Chloe, Kayden, Maysen, and Bentley; brothers, Greg Brown, Dennis Brown, Brian Brown, Glen Brown; sisters, Camilla Cogdill, Lavina Cornwell; many loved nieces and nephews, several close friends, including Monte Turner.
Bradford was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Debbie Cogdill; daughter-in-law Katelyn Brown.
In keeping with Bradford's wishes, no formal services will be held.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Bradford's tribute wall, and leave condolences for the Brown family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
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