Memorial Trees
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Cousin Merrilee Baucom Edwards
August 01, 2025
Memorial trees planted for:
Jerry Lynn "Pooder" Bradford
<p>Jerry Lynn “Pooder” Bradford, age 72, of Ashmore, IL, passed away peacefully at his</p><p>home on July 27, 2025. </p><p>Jerry was born October 16, 1952, in Ashmore, IL, to John and Carrie (Hawkins)</p><p>Bradford. He married the love of his life, Carol Sue Kanitz, who he affectionately called “Gabby,” on</p><p>December 31, 1990; she survives.</p><p>He is also survived by five children: Troy Edgar (Tammy) of Isabel, IL, Travis Edgar of</p><p>Brocton, IL, Jim Clifton (Belinda) of Oakland, IL, Josh Clifton of Ashmore, IL, and</p><p>Danelle Walsh (Paul) of Springfield, IL; a sister: Shirley Smith; a sister-in-law: Sandy</p><p>Bradford; fifteen grandchildren , six great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death</p><p>by his parents; three brothers: Myron Bradford, Jim Bradford, and Larry Bradford; and a</p><p>sister: Mary Brown.</p><p>Jerry was a lifelong Ashmore resident and worked as a carpenter. He enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, watching sports, </p><p>listening to music, and going to yard sales. He was always quick with a joke and had nicknames for all of his loved ones.</p><p>Jerry's Celebration of Life will take place on August 17, 2025 from1-5 p.m. at the Ashmore Community Center. In lieu of flowers, monetary gifts</p><p>in Jerry's honor may be made to Carol to help with arrangements. Krabel Funeral Home of Oakland, IL, is</p><p>assisting the family.</p>October 16, 1952 - July 27, 202510/16/195207/27/2025
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