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1935
DIED
2023
Edward Bridgforth Obituary
Mac was born in Henderson, NC, and raised in Kenbridge, VA. He attended Hampden-Sydney College, Sewanee University, and was a graduate of RPI, now VCU. He served in the Navy during the Korean Conflict. Mac's career expanded over 60 years, including serving as a lobbyist for the VADA, working as a stockbroker, and finally as owner of Commonwealth Distributing Company for 25 years.
In his spare time he enjoyed quail hunting, fishing, college football and playing golf with his buddies on Stingray Point.
At Mac's request, there will be no public service. Donations in Mac's memory may be made to the American Leukemia Society or the charity of your choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Edward Bridgforth
5 Entries
Sam Endicott
October 29, 2023
Doris , Mac was a unique person and a good friend He will be missed. Sam Endicoty
Susan Ross
October 27, 2023
Dear Doris I was broken hearted to hear of Macs passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies I will always remember all of the wisdom he shared with me
Susan
Susan Toss
October 27, 2023
Dear Doris
I was broken hearted to hear of Macs passing.
Please accept my deepest sympathies
I will always remember all of the wisdom he shared with me
Susan
Arlene Warren/Stingray Point
October 23, 2023
I will remember the fun times we had with Mac at Stingray point. He was always willing to help and to make sure you were in headed in the right direction on any projects that you might be working on.R.I.P.
Love Leslie, Jason & Caleb Haga
October 22, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always Mac.
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