Samuel Bradshaw Obituary Samuel Gay Bradshaw February 20, 1951 － March 14, 2023 Franklin- Samuel G. Bradshaw, 72, passed away at home on March 14, 2023 after a long battle with cancer. The angels accompanied him safely into God‚Äôs presence. He was a humble, gentle, and kind person with the best bear hugs. Sam was the son of the late Robert Reginald and Sarah Gay Bradshaw. He is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Betsy Blythe Bradshaw; daughter Holly Nightingale and her husband Jeremy, son Lee Bradshaw and his wife Ashley, and daughter Rose Jeter and her husband Ned; six grandchildren Adelyn and Laine Bradshaw, Elin and Lydia Nightingale, Sedley and Owen Jeter; sister Elizabeth Perry, brother Dale Bradshaw and wife Kandi, sister-in-law Kathy Bradshaw, brother-in-law Robert Ehlman; and numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his brothers Reginald L. Bradshaw, Edward Bradshaw, and his sister Rubie Ehlman. As a 4th generation farmer, Sam always cherished living on his family‚Äôs farm and the time he had working alongside his father. He graduated from Southampton High School in 1969. After graduating, he enlisted in the Army National Guard and served for six years as communications Sergeant. In addition to farming, in 1989 he went to work at Union Camp where he developed a passion for being an electrician. He served as a shift maintenance electrician for many years and enjoyed being a member of the Heat Team. After the mill closed, he became a master electrician and appreciated his time working with Highground Services. He had a strong work ethic and loved problem solving and creating creative solutions through both of his occupations. Sam enjoyed his working years and his many work friendships were an important part of his life. Like his mother, Sam was well known for his cooking and hospitality. He loved to share his country cooking and recipes with family and friends. He was a life-long member of Black Creek Baptist Church. Sam was also a longtime member of the Black Creek Hunt Club, where he served as Vice President for a couple of years, and the Bronco Rod and Gun Club where he loved spending time with friends and fishing with family. Sam‚Äôs pride and joy were his children and grandchildren. Over the years as his children were involved in activities, he volunteered with the Sedley Recreation Association and the 4H livestock show at the Southampton/Franklin County Fair. The funeral service will be held at 2pm on Saturday, March 18 at Wright Funeral Home with Pastor Curtis Faison and Pastor Ralphel Elliott officiating. Burial will follow in Rosemond Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour before the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, at Sam‚Äôs request please consider a contribution to the Sedley Volunteer Fire Department, St. Jude Children‚Äôs Research Hospital, or your favorite local charity. www.wrightfuneralhome.org Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory － Franklin on Mar. 15, 2023. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/Samuel-Bradshaw 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/samuel-bradshaw-obituary?id=50546122 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ## Narrative Summary of the Obituary Samuel Gay Bradshaw, a 72-year-old 4th generation farmer, passed away on 14 March 2023 after a long battle with cancer. He was known for his kindness, cooking, and strong work ethic. He is survived by his wife, three children, six grandchildren, and several siblings. ## Narrative Summary of Funeral Services The funeral service was held on 18 March 2023 at Wright Funeral Home. Burial followed in Rosemond Cemetery. ## The Edited Obituary Samuel Gay Bradshaw, 72, passed away at home on 14 March 2023 after a long battle with cancer. The angels accompanied him safely into God's presence. He was a humble, gentle, and kind person with the best bear hugs. Sam was the son of the late Robert Reginald and Sarah Gay Bradshaw. He is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Betsy Blythe Bradshaw; daughter Holly Nightingale and her husband Jeremy, son Lee Bradshaw and his wife Ashley, and daughter Rose Jeter and her husband Ned; six grandchildren Adelyn and Laine Bradshaw, Elin and Lydia Nightingale, Sedley and Owen Jeter; sister Elizabeth Perry, brother Dale Bradshaw and wife Kandi, sister-in-law Kathy Bradshaw, brother-in-law Robert Ehlman; and numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his brothers Reginald L. Bradshaw, Edward Bradshaw, and his sister Rubie Ehlman. As a 4th generation farmer, Sam always cherished living on his family's farm and the time he had working alongside his father. He graduated from Southampton High School in 1969. After graduating, he enlisted in the Army National Guard and served for six years as communications Sergeant. In addition to farming, in 1989 he went to work at Union Camp where he developed a passion for being an electrician. He served as a shift maintenance electrician for many years and enjoyed being a member of the Heat Team. After the mill closed, he became a master electrician and appreciated his time working with Highground Services. He had a strong work ethic and loved problem solving and creating creative solutions through both of his occupations. Sam enjoyed his working years and his many work friendships were an important part of his life. Like his mother, Sam was well known for his cooking and hospitality. He loved to share his country cooking and recipes with family and friends. He was a lifelong member of Black Creek Baptist Church. Sam was also a longtime member of the Black Creek Hunt Club, where he served as Vice President for a couple of years, and the Bronco Rod and Gun Club where he loved spending time with friends and fishing with family. Sam's pride and joy were his children and grandchildren. Over the years as his children were involved in activities, he volunteered with the Sedley Recreation Association and the 4H livestock show at the Southampton/Franklin County Fair. The funeral service was held at 2pm on 18 March at Wright Funeral Home with Pastor Curtis Faison and Pastor Ralphel Elliott officiating. Burial followed in Rosemond Cemetery. The family received friends one hour before the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, at Sam's request please consider a contribution to the Sedley Volunteer Fire Department, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or your favorite local charity. ## Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Samuel Gay Bradshaw | |---------|-------------------------------| | Age | 72 | | Birth | 20 February 1951; Unknown | | Death | 14 March 2023; Franklin | ## Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |--------------------------|---------------------|-------------| | Samuel Gay Bradshaw | Decedent | Franklin | | Betsy Blythe Bradshaw | Spouse | Franklin | | Robert Reginald Bradshaw | Parent | -- | | Sarah Gay Bradshaw | Parent | -- | | Holly Nightingale | Child | -- | | Lee Bradshaw | Child | -- | | Rose Jeter | Child | -- | | Adelyn Bradshaw | Grandchild | -- | | Laine Bradshaw | Grandchild | -- | | Elin Nightingale | Grandchild | -- | | Lydia Nightingale | Grandchild | -- | | Sedley Jeter | Grandchild | -- | | Owen Jeter | Grandchild | -- | | Elizabeth Perry | Sibling | -- | | Dale Bradshaw | Sibling | -- | | Kathy Bradshaw | Sibling-in-law | -- | | Robert Ehlman | Brother-in-law | -- | | Reginald L. Bradshaw | Predeceased Brother | -- | | Edward Bradshaw | Predeceased Brother | -- | | Rubie Ehlman | Predeceased Sister | -- | ## Other Relevant Information 1. Samuel Gay Bradshaw was a 4th generation farmer who cherished living on his family's farm. 2. He graduated from Southampton High School in 1969. 3. He enlisted in the Army National Guard and served for six years as a communications Sergeant. 4. In addition to farming, he worked at Union Camp as an electrician and later became a master electrician at Highground Services. 5. He was well known for his cooking and hospitality, and loved to share his country cooking with family and friends. 6. He was a lifelong member of Black Creek Baptist Church. 7. He was a longtime member of the Black Creek Hunt Club, where he served as Vice President for a couple of years, and the Bronco Rod and Gun Club. 8. He volunteered with the Sedley Recreation Association and the 4H livestock show at the Southampton/Franklin County Fair over the years.