William Woods Bedford Jr.

William Woods Bedford Jr. obituary, Smyrna, GA

William Woods Bedford Jr.

William Bedford Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Carmichael Funeral Homes - Smyrna on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Mr. William W. Bedford, Jr. passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025. A celebration of his life will take place on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 12 pm at the New Hope Missionary Baptist Church 4192 Brownsville Road Powder Springs, GA 30127. Mr. Bedford leaves to cherish his memory his siblings Jerome Bedford, Melanie Bedford, Regina Myrick (Mark), Kerry Bedford (Anita), Ronnie Bedford (Chermaine), and Jacqueline McKinney, along with a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Carmichael Funeral Home in Smyrna is in charge of arrangements. www.carmichaelcares.com 770-435-4467
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