John Richard Bradford , age 85, passed away on Monday, December 25, 2017 in Ft Mitchell, Kentucky. He was born May 8, 1932, in Kalispell, Montana. John "Richard" Bradford began his life journey on the 8th day of May 1932 to the late Thomas and Sarah (White) Bradford in Kalispell, Montana. Richard was reunited with his beloved wife on December 25, 2017. Richard attended Dunbar Elementary School in Elsmere, KY resulting in countless fond memories that he loved to share. He continued his education at Lincoln Grant High School in Covington, KY. Richard married the love of his life, Sarah Alice Weaver on July 4, 1953. They began to build their life and family in Elsmere, KY. Richard worked for American Airlines at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and then later commuted to the Dallas/Fort Worth Texas International Airport. Richard loved to travel with his wife to places such as Hawaii and Las Vegas. Richard was an avid football and baseball fan, but his favorite sport to participate in was bowling in Local Leagues and in the International League for American Airlines in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Richard was a proud member of the Barnes Temple AME church after joining at an early age. Richard served as a Trustee, Steward, and Custodian. He was a member of the Men's Club and the Nehemiah Nation in addition to actively attending Sunday School and Bible Study. Richard lived a very full life and loved to tell stories and tales of his young days. You knew you were in for a good story when it started with "When I was a little fella…." He loved to brag on his wife, referring to her as Salice or 'My Sweetie'. He would often tell tales of their courtship from a young age and then to parenthood. Richard will be sorely missed for his infectious smile, mischievous grin, and good heart. Richard was preceded in death by his wife, Sarah Alice Bradford, his sister Helen McCray, and by daughters Regina Powell, and Sharon Ross. Richard's memory will be cherished by his loving family of Paul (Joy) Bradford, Anita Bradford, Chris (Tami) Bradford, Rodney (Darene) Bradford, Mark (Krystal) Bradford, Charles (Carol) Daniels, and Billy (Billie) Bradford, 19 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. Visitation is from 9:00 am until 11:00 am, on Saturday, January 6, 2018, at the First Baptist Church of Elsmere, 1007 Garvey Avenue, Erlanger (41018). The funeral service will immediately follow the visitation beginning at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Highland Cemetery - Ft. Mitchell, Kentucky, 2167 Dixie Highway, Ft. Mitchell, Kentucky 41017. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Barnes Temple AME Church, Elsmere, KY. To share a memory of John or leave a special message for the Bradford family, please click the Share Button below. Walker Funerals & Cremations - Northern Kentucky, 1129 Garrard Street, Covington, Kentucky 41011 is serving the Bradford family. Please call (859) 261-6635 or visit www.WalkerFuneralHome.com for additional information. Walker Funerals & Cremations - Northern Kentucky Formerly Jones Simpson and Gee Funeral Home 129 Garrard Street Covington, Kentucky 41011 Phone 859.261.6635 www.WalkerFuneralHome.com

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