Carla Gerice Bradford

Carla Gerice Bradford obituary, Elsmere, KY

Carla Gerice Bradford

Carla Bradford Obituary

Published by Legacy on Oct. 1, 2025.
In Loving Memory of Carla Gerice Bradford Sunrise: February 4th, 1967 Sunset: August 14th, 2025
"Her life was a blessing, her memory a treasure, loved beyond words, missed beyond measure."
Carla Gerice Bradford, born February 4, 1967, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and love.
She was the beloved daughter of the late Ethel R. Bradford and Theodore A. Bradford. She is preceded in death by her parents, and leaves to cherish her memory her devoted sister, Maurica Williams, and two beloved nephews, Leon and Sean Marshall, along with extended family and countless friends who were blessed by her presence.
Carla graduated from Lloyd Memorial High School and went on to attend the University of Louisville. She dedicated many years of service to the Internal Revenue Service and, most recently, to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). Known for her professionalism, warmth, and wisdom, Carla touched the lives of many colleagues and friends. A Loving Message Carla's life was a beautiful reflection of faith, strength, and love. Her laughter, her encouragement, and her caring heart will live on in all who knew her. Though she has departed this earthly life, her spirit will forever remain in our hearts.
Prayer Eternal and Loving God,
Into Your hands we commend the souls of those who have gone before us. Grant them rest from their labors, freedom from all pain, and everlasting peace in the light of Your presence. May their hearts find comfort, their spirits find joy, and may love surround them in the dwelling of eternity.
Let Your mercy cover what was broken, and let Your grace bring wholeness beyond the veil of this life.
May they be embraced with serenity, and may peace, deeper than all understanding, be theirs forevermore.
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