James Harold Bradberry

James Harold Bradberry

James “Jim” Bradberry, 75, passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 19, 2020, at his home in North High Shoals.

Jim was born December 17, 1944, in Bishop, Georgia to the late William and Gladys (Hayes) Bradberry.

Jim was a graduate of Oconee County High School and was employed for many years by General Time in Athens, Georgia.

Preceded in death by his parents and brothers William “Bill” Bradberry Jr. of Dunwoody, Georgia, and Robert “Bob” Bradberry of Madison, Georgia, Jim is survived by his brother Harry Bradberry, of North High Shoals; sister-in-law Liz Bradberry, of Madison, GA; nephew and caregiver Toby Bradberry, of North High Shoals; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

Jim was a child of G-d and truly appreciated everything he had, having escaped almost certain death not once but twice over the course of his long life. He was especially proud to have been raised in and to reside his entire adult life in the town of North High Shoals, which he frequently described as Heaven here on earth.

Ever the dutiful son, Jim spent his later years taking care of his mother until her death in 2013 at the age of 102.

Jim was well known around town, and warm weather was sure to find him sitting on his porch and waving at everyone passing by on Jefferson Road.

In light of ongoing circumstances, a family-and-close-friends-only ceremony was held at Bishop Cemetery on Wednesday, April 22, followed by interment.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be sent to High Shoals Christian Church, PO Box 70, High Shoals, GA 30645.