Thomas Lester Bradford

Thomas Lester Bradford

Thomas Bradford Obituary

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Thomas L. Bradford was born on April 15, 1943, to J.R. Bradford and Fern Hogan in St. Charles, Arkansas.


Raised in Kansas City, Missouri Thomas was united in marriage to the love of his life Emma Jean Jackson on June 20 1966. To this union two children born son Antonio G. Davis who preceded him in death, and daughter Monica A. Davis. He also had a life long friend Kimberly Graham who preceded him in death

Thomas was a hard worker: He worked in Janitorial and Maintenance for J.C. Nichols on the Plaza and Deffenbaugh Waste Management. He also was a cook at Waid`s Restaurant on the Plaza.

He participated in several Bowling leagues, enjoyed playing Volleyball at Swope Park every Sunday, and his favorite past time playing Domino's all with Family and Friends.

Thomas was a kind soul and loving soul, and loved listening to his music. A few of his favorite were Isaac Hayes, Bobby Womack and much more alongside with his TV shows westerns.

Thomas leaves to cherish his memory Daughter Monica Davis, Four Grandchildren, Eight Great Grandchildren, Three sisters Ruth Lee, Linda Davis (Adrian Davis), Mary Lewis, and Three brothers Roy Bradford preceded him in death, Otis Bradford preceded him in death, and John Bradford. Special thanks to his extended daughter Anita Herron and his Three extended Grandchildren.



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