Matthew Freeman Bradford
Matthew Freeman Bradford
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Matthew Bradford Obituary
Matthew Freeman Bradford, 49, of Marion, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
Matthew was born in Rutherford County on November 14, 1975 to the late Daniel Monroe Bradford, Jr. and the late Eunice Earlene Reel Bradford.
He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and was currently employed at Crane Resistoflex. He enjoyed spending time with family and his dog Shadow who he loved dearly.
Surviving Matthew are his daughter, Shelby Bradford; his former spouse, Nikki Bradford; brothers, Floyd Bradford (Patricia), Danny Bradford (Katelyn) and Steven Bradford (Cheryl) and a number of nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 14, 2025 at 3:00 pm at Beam Funeral Service with Rev. Roger Hayley officiating. Receiving of friends will take place one hour prior to from 2:00 until 3:00 pm. Burial will take place following the service at Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.
2170 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752
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2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Beam Funeral Service & Crematory
2170 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752
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2170 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC 28752
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