Randall Bradford
August 17, 1960 ~ October 15, 2020
Born in:
Yancey Co., NC
Resided in:
Marshall, NC
Randall Bradford, 60, passed away Thursday October 15, 2020.
He was the son of the late Thad and Beatrice Black Bradford. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Lisa Dalton Bradford and a son, Randall Clint Bradford.
Randall is survived by his fiancée Jennifer Henderson; daughters, Kela Brooke Bradford, Heather Walker, and Stacey Holloway; seven grandchildren; and he was the youngest of six children; and long-time friend, John Ledford.
He graduated from AC Reynolds High School in 1978 and received his Advanced Law Enforcement Degree in 1999.
Randall started his LEO career as a Patrol Officer in Buncombe Co. 1985-1987, then moved to the Henderson Co. Sheriff Dept. from 1987-1988. He was a Detective of Criminal Investigations in Buncombe Co. from 1988-1992 when he was promoted to Sergeant from 1992-1995. He was promoted to Lieutenant in 1995-1997 when he moved to the NCDMV 1997-1998. From 1998-2001 he was the Chief Deputy for Madison Co. Then went to Buncombe Co. as a detective 2001-2003, becoming a Lieutenant for Buncombe Co. 2003-2006, then moving to the Administrator of Criminal Investigations for Buncombe Co. 2006-2007. He became the Chief of Police for the town of Marshall 2007-2009, and the time of his retirement he was serving as a Captain for the Madison Co. Sheriff Office. After retirement, he would fill in part time for the Marshall Police Dept. until the time of his passing.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Madison County Hospice, 590 Park Dr. Marshall, NC 28753.
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Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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I worked with Randy at the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office. He was a great friend and will be missed. Our prayers are with his family.
My sympathies and condolences to you and your family. I know how strong you are, but in this difficult time know you have others who are willing to help. Love you Heather!
Randy may you R.I.P. You will be Greatly missed. So sorry for the Family’s loss .
AND SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS TO THIS FAMILY
Randy was a great Detective and officer. I worked several major cases with Randy. I learned a lot from him and he was a great friend. He will be missed.
We never had the privilege of meeting your papa. We are very thankful for his committed services to His communities. Blessed are they who mourn they shall be comforted. May the Lord comfort each of you!
Tim and Karen Peek-Sorry to hear of his passing. Rest in peace old friend!
So sorry to hear this about Randy. Randy was a great neighbor and always looked out for Arnold and I.Randy will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Just remember Jennifer and family GOD is with y’all during this time of grieving and those who love will be reunited in eternity!!! RIP Randy🙏🏻🙏🏻
So sorry to hear of Randys passing.Randy was a wonderful neighbor he always watched out for Arnold and I, Randy will be greatly missed by all that knew him. To Jennifer and the family GOD will comfort y’all during this time of grieving and remember those who love will be reunited in eternity. RIP our dear friend Randy🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Knew him for a short time,loved him like a lifetime.Great Friend.
CRJG