Phyllis Ruth Bradford

Phyllis Ruth Bradford, age 75 of Murphy, NC, passed away Sunday, October 21, 2018 at the Northeast Georgia Medical Center surrounded by her family. Phyllis was born April 29, 1943 in Atlanta, GA to the late Forest Bernard Johnson and the late Evangeline Shields Johnson. A member of Shady Grove Baptist Church, she was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Alan Johnson and sister, Mary Johnson Ashley. Phyllis was a loving mother. She loved telling stories and reminiscing and was sure to bring a smile to all who met her. In her spare time, Phyllis enjoyed reading, crafting and making jewelry. Phyllis was a highly respected Nurse Anesthetist and cared for many people throughout her career. She loved doting on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include daughter and son-in-law, Evangeline (Angie) and Tony Ledford of Blue Ridge, GA, daughter, Karen White of Gainesville, GA, son and daughter-in-law, Eric and Jennifer Bradford of Murphy, NC, sister and brother-in-law, Pamela and Steve DeDea of St. Petersburg FL, brother and sister-in-law, Forest B. II and Libby Johnson, seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 27, 2018 at 2:00 pm at the Cochran Funeral Home of Murphy with Rev. Darren Garland officiating. Honorary Pallbearers will be family members, Jacob Bradford, Andrew Bradford, Sam Bradford, Phillip Ashley, Matthew Johnson and Josh Ashley.

The family will receive friends at the Cochran Funeral Home from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.

Arrangements entrusted to the Cochran Funeral Home of Murphy, NC. You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.