Sammy Bruce Brafford

Sam was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam war. Professionally, he was an electrician in various textile mills. Sam was known as a hard worker with a devotion to his family.

Sam is preceded in death by his brother George Brafford.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Jo Ann Dockery Brafford, Daughters; Angela Bartkus, Raechel Brafford, Jessica Beason (Randy), Samantha Garrett, Casey Brafford(Deon). Sons; Sammie “Chip” Davis, Scott Brafford, Sean Brafford (Haley). Eight grandchildren: Micah, Ragan, Piper, Austin, Alaric, Alexander, Arya and Mazelei.

A celebration of Sam’s life will be officiated by Pastor Ben Francis at 2:00 PM on Wednesday July 3rd, 2019 at Carothers Funeral Home Chapel, 2205 Williamsburg Drive, Gastonia following a 12:30-2:00 PM receiving of friends. Burial will follow the services at Evergreen Memorial Park in Belmont

Fond memories of Sam and condolences for the family can be left at www.carothersfuneralhomegastonia.com