My deepest sympathy in your loss of Lee. I treasured his friendship and good memories of working with him at my first job at Kash and Karry. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Clarence Blankenship 

Mr. Bradford taught both my husband and I. He was a wonderful man and we will remember him fondly.

I will always remember Mr Bradford and his wonderful personality. I vividly remember the amusement we would get from calling out “here” anytime he said a classmates name. He would always respond with “I’m not calling roll, get up here”. Every time we would laugh and several times we would catch him smirking. He knew what we were doing and I think he enjoyed it. I remember his stories he would tell and how he would exclaim “so I said to myself, ‘self’”.  I will never forget you Mr Bradford. Thank you for the advice you instilled in me when I was not doing my best and you recognized it. You definitely will be remembered by me. 

Mrs. Bradford,
Twenty eight years ago when I was a very nervous and inexperienced social studies teacher at Hillcrest High, Mr. Bradford was a life saver! His constant encouragement and ability to help me see the humorous side of trying situations was a Blessing indeed. His loving and caring spirit for all was evident in his daily interactions.
Please know that you remain in my prayers and Thank You for sharing such a Precious Soul with us all.
Valarie Conner

This photo was taken of Lee and I on a trip to Blowing Rock, NC. We must have done this multiple times and each one was filled with many memories. In this photo, we have just eaten dinner at the Daniel Boone Inn to our fill.

I am greatly distressed and heart sick over losing a very dear friend. Having taught with Lee for many years, we were best of buddies. Janie, Marcey and I want you to know how sorry we are and you are to be remembered that God will give you grace during this somber occasion. I know Lee experienced some very difficult times recently but now he is at rest with the Lord Jesus Christ. My tears are flowing for a man I had such a great respect for and a very dear Friend. (RR) Richard Reed”

I was a student of Mrs. Bradford at TRHS.  I have gotten to know Mr. Bradford the last 5 years at Silver Bay.  He was always a funny man and had a smile that would melt your heart.  I will miss seeing him.  I love you Mrs. Bradford!!

I had Mr. Bradford for a teacher and a friend. He was smart, and a fantastic teacher. He was funny and told great stories, everyone loved him and his classes. He was my favorite teacher and I will always remember him. 

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Thomas L Bradford

4 June, 1943 – 19 March, 2021

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