Dorothy "Dot" Bradley

Dorothy "Dot" Bradley obituary

Dorothy "Dot" Bradley

Dorothy Bradley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Pigg Family Services - Bessemer City on Nov. 9, 2025.

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Dorothy "Dot" Whitworth Bradley, 93, of Gastonia, passed away at Brookdale Robinwood on November 8, 2025. She was born August 8, 1932, in Gaston County, to the late Howard Whitworth and Grace Hill Whitworth.

Dot worked for the Warner & Swasey Company and later retired from Wix. She loved visiting the mountains, especially Gatlinburg, and enjoyed watching hummingbirds. A lifetime member of Victory Baptist Church, Dot looked forward to singing in the choir. She adored her grandchildren and loved hearing about their adventures. Dot also enjoyed a bit of retail therapy and was always ready for a shopping trip.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Paul Bradley; and brother, Jack Whitworth (Linda).

Left to cherish her memories are her children, Lindy Glennon (Fred), Mike Bradley (Susan); grandchildren, Michael Glennon (Heather), Alex Bradley, Will Bradley; great-granddaughters, Amelia Glennon, Maeve Glennon; and sister, Nancy Whitworth.

Dot's Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.

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