George Arnold Bradbury

GEORGE ARNOLD BRADBURY, 89, of Culloden, passed peacefully at St. Mary's Medical Center on Friday, October 31, after a short illness.
George was a true servant of Jesus who believed that his life would be measured by how many people he helped. He was a trusted face in his neighborhood, always willing to mow a lawn or shovel a driveway. In retirement, he became active in disaster relief missions, starting with a trip to New York City after 9/11 to clear debris from homes near Ground Zero. He loved being outdoors, whether fishing, hunting, or working in the garden. He prioritized faith and family over material things, and he approached each new day with joy and gratitude. He passed to Heaven with no fear or regret, setting an example for everyone who knew him.
George was born on April 20, 1936, in Minford, OH, to the late George and Mattie White Bradbury. He spent his childhood working on the family farm, surrounded by Bradbury and White aunts, uncles, and cousins. After graduating from Minford High School, he joined the U.S. Air Force and was stationed in Puerto Rico. Following his discharge in 1958, he settled in the Charleston, WV area, where he married Suzanna Currance the following year. He was proud to work for 37 years for a family company, Kanawha Scales and Systems, first in the Charleston area and later in Fairmont.
In addition to his parents, George was preceded in death by his brothers Charles, Paul Eugene, Donald, and Earl Dean. He is survived by Suzanna, his wife of 65 years; his brother Raymond; daughters, Judith Pinto (Frank) and Jennifer Bradbury; two granddaughters; one great-granddaughter; and many nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends.
A memorial service will be held at Noon at First Baptist Church of Hurricane on Saturday, November 15, with visitation starting at 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Welcome Center/ADA Fund, c/o First Baptist Church, 2635 Main St., Hurricane (fbcoh.com), or to the Disaster Relief fund of the American Baptist Men (abmen.org).
In a fitting last act of service, George donated his body for research via the Marshall University Gift Registry.
The family is grateful to George's neighbors, friends, and church community for their kindness and prayers during his illness. Special thanks to the ICU staff at St. Mary's, who went above and beyond to provide compassionate care.
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