of Conway, AR
June 11, 1928 - July 17, 2019
Jimmie ''Joe'' Bradley passed away July 17, 2019 in Conway, Arkansas at the age of 91. He was born June 11, 1928 in Formosa Arkansas. He was the son of the late Bruce and Bessie (Fullerton) Bradley. He was preceded in death by his wife June Bradley of 67 years and his sister Katherine Stroud.
Joe was a long-time member of Robinson and Center Church of Christ. He graduated from Formosa High School and the University of Arkansas with a B.S. and Master Degree in General Agriculture. After college he spent five years teaching farming practices to returning World War II veterans. He was then employed by the State of Arkansas through the Cooperative Extension Service for 33 years. He served one year as president of the County Agents' Association. While in Cleburne County he helped form the Greers Ferry Lake Association to consolidate and strengthen promotion of the lake. He also was instrumental in forming the ''Ozark Frontier Festival'' in Heber Springs. Joe's achievements and recognition in his years of work with the extension service were numerous.
Survivors include a son, David Bradley (Denise) and a daughter, Jolynn Godkin. One nephew Brad Stroud (Marcie). Three granddaughters, Ericka French (Bobby), Kristin Nelson (Chris), and Samantha Godkin. Six great-grandchildren, Kylee French, Lucas French, Logan French, Abby Nelson, Nick Harvey, and Nate Harvey.
Visitation will be 6pm to 8pm Friday, July 19th at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Graveside service will be 10am Saturday at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
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Rick Cartwright
Tuesday, July 23, 2019
On behalf of the Cooperative Extension Service, UA System Division of Agriculture, please know that all of us extend our sympathy to family and colleagues. Jimmie had a long career of dedication to science based extension and making the world a better place, he will be remembered. Rick Cartwright
Melinda Reynolds
Friday, July 19, 2019
Jo and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. You will be in our prayers.
Mike and Lenore Hamilton
Friday, July 19, 2019
We are very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was a good friend and got me started in a Extension Career . I regret we have to be out of town and will miss the service. Peace and Love to the family and friends . Mike and Lenore
Joe and Rose Freeman
Thursday, July 18, 2019
Jolynn,
So very sorry for your loss.
God's blessings and keep you in His care, always.
Love and prayers,
Joe and Rose
Barham Family
Thursday, July 18, 2019
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Mr. Bradley. He was a true gentleman. Prayers for the family.
Tommy Thompson
Thursday, July 18, 2019
Rest In Peace My Friend, Thank You For Your Service to Arkansas. Praying God's Blessings on Your Family.
Kathy & Roger Phillips
Thursday, July 18, 2019
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. We were neighbors on Michelle Circle for 12 years. June & Joe were such kind neighbors to us.
Sincerely,
Roger & Kathy Phillips