James McKee Bradley Sr, 91, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on June 02, 2024 at his home.

He was born in Gaston County, NC, son of the late Mac and Gertrude Bradley and was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 59 years, Dolores Beal Bradley. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Betty Alger, Pat Ferguson, Doris Thomas, and Sam Bradley. Jim was a longtime member of Oak Grove Baptist Church and retired from Southern Bell Telephone Company after 30 years of service. Jim also spent many years fulfilling his passion of buying, raising and selling cattle. He enjoyed trips to the sale barn and his frequent visits to the Chat-and-Nibble restaurant to eat and socialize. Jim loved his family deeply and was exceedingly proud of his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He was a wonderful provider and mentor to his family, and a loyal friend to many people.

SURVIVORS: Children: Jimmy Bradley and wife Tracy, Kings Mountain, NC, Karon Sturgill and husband Tony, Tullahoma, TN, and Renee Shockley and husband Doug, Whitesburg, TN
Brother: Glenn Bradley and wife Gail
Grandchildren: Brad, Robbie, Casey, Michael, Allison, Jessica, Chris, and Andy
Great-Grandchildren: Micah, Piper, Grady, Lauren, Carson, Hayden, Lucas, Zoey, Sloane, Gavin, Skylar, Hudson, Anderson, Ellie, Cora, and one on the way: McKee

FUNERAL SERVICE: Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 2:00 PM at Oak Grove Baptist Church with Reverend Ron Caulder officiating

VISITATION: Wednesday, June 5, 2024 from 12:30 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service in the sanctuary of Oak Grove Baptist Church

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina


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