Earl Kimsey Bradley passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, after a long illness. Born on November 7, 1968, he was the son of the late Millard Filmore Bradley and Ruby Lee Ramsey. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Sally Bradley, his children Valerie Côté and husband Chris, Kenney Johnson and his wife Jessica, Andrea West and husband John and his brother Filmore Bradley. He is also survived by four precious grandchildren, Addison Deaver, Jacklynn Deaver, Drake Johnson and Aubrey Johnson, and many nieces and nephews.

Earl will be missed by many as they were deeply impacted by his life. Earl was a kind, loving and giving person. He had a heart of gold and helped so many people from different walks of life without passing judgement. He was the kind of person who would truly give you the shirt off his back.

He was truly dedicated to taking care of his wife, children and grandchildren. He will truly be missed. He was one of a kind and will truly leave a void in our lives. We love you, Earl. Rest in peace until Jehovah calls your name to be resurrected back to the earth where you may once again do the things you love, such as helping others and enjoying your hobbies of working on anything from vehicles, heavy equipment, motorcycles, home remodeling, and everything else under the sun.

A memorial service will be held at the Wells Event Center located at 33 Wells Events Way, Waynesville, NC 28786. The memorial service will be held on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Friends and family are welcome to visit after the service.

The care of Earl has been entrusted to Wells Events & Reception Center