Obituaries

Carol E. Bradford

October 3rd, 1943 – August 15th, 2023

Carol Elaine Weaver Bradford entered heaven at 10:52am on Tuesday August 15, 2023 at Carle Methodist Hospital in Peoria, Illinois. Carol was born on October 3, 1943 in Macomb, Illinois to Clifford Dolphin Weaver, Sr and Evelyn Luzada Krider Weaver. She graduated from VIT High School in 1961. She married Gary L. Bradford on November 24th, 1962. Carol later obtained her Bachelor’s degree from University of Illinois – Springfield. She was a successful administrative assistant, excelling in typing and editing for doctoral students, assisting with family farm, and other outside jobs; all while caring for her family was her utmost priority. She was preceded in death by her parents, Kip and Evelyn, her brother Clifford Weaver, Jr (Kippy), and her youngest son, Shane Dolphin Bradford.

Carol is survived by her beloved husband of 61 years, their children Shawn (Donna Butcher) Bradford of Abingdon, IL and Shan Bradford Waid of Galesburg IL. Five grandchildren, Christen (Brian) Parks of Table Grove, IL; Colten (Libby) Bradford of Springfield, IL; Jordan (Jenna) Bradford of Tulsa, OK; Emmaline Waid of Plainfield, IL; Lucy Waid of Galesburg, IL. Two great-grandchildren Delaney and Everly Parks of Table Grove.

Carol loved her family and wholeheartedly supported her children and grandchildren with all of their endeavors. No one was a bigger cheerleader than her. She enjoyed doing things outside, including fishing. She also loved reading and learning about history. Carol took every opportunity to spend time with family and friends.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Lacon Sparland Ambulance Service at 921 Fifth Street, Lacon, IL 61540 or the Vermont Christian Church Playground Fund at 100 W. 3rd St., Vermont, IL 61484.

Condolences

August 17th, 2023

To the family of Carol please accept our sympathy at her passing. We are praying for you to feel God's love and comfort at this difficult time. We have lots of good memories of our time in V.I.T. with her. Rodney and Theresa Keefauver

August 17th, 2023

Carol was a great lady. She told me,I was the only babysitter they had that nothing in the house was broken when they returned. She will be missed. Fondly,
Melanie Heaton

August 17th, 2023

Carol was a great lady and friend. she will be missed by all who knew and loved her. RIP my friend. Pryers to the family.

August 18th, 2023

So sorry to Gary, Shawn and Shan. You lost a great lady with a beautiful soul and God received an angel. God Bless you. Sharon Dennis Lewis

August 18th, 2023

So sorry to Gary, Shawn and Shan. You lost a great lady with a beautiful soul and God received an angel. God Bless you. Sharon Dennis Lewis

August 19th, 2023

So sorry to hear about Carol. Babysitting for them was my first job. My heart goes out to Gary and family. Kathy Sherwood Rhodes

August 19th, 2023

Carol has been a fun, childhood friend and will be missed. My sympathies to her husband, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Linda Baily Synovitz.

August 19th, 2023

Our deepest sympathy for you and your family, Gary. Meredith and Lucille Kepple

August 19th, 2023

To my Uncle Gary, my cousins Shawn and Shan...my heart is full of sadness with the loss of Aunt Carol. She is with her family, friends and Jesus Christ. All is well with her soul. My sincerest sympathies and prayers toyou and your loved ones. Janis Weaver Robinson

August 19th, 2023

We are so sorry for her loss. Carol and her family were a big part of the Table Grove community. We will be keeping her family and the Weaver family in prayer. Rick and Kathy Heller

August 19th, 2023

Our sympathy to all of the family. Dave lived across the road from the Weaver's when he and Carol were little kids. It was a joy to reconnect here in Princeville and watch granddaughter play volleyball. She made pies when the team was coming to our house for dinner. She was fun and special. Our prayers are with each of you. Dave & Sandie

August 19th, 2023

So very sorry to hear of Carol’s passing. My her memory be a blessing for family. I imagine Kip, Evelyn and Carol all chuckling in heaven. Roberta Gibble Whipple

August 19th, 2023

Thoughts and Prayers

Michelle (Chenoweth) Younce and family

August 20th, 2023

I am so sorry to learn of Carol’s passing. My most heartfelt condolences to Gary, Shawn and Shan and grandchildren.
Carol was a dear friend and a very special lady! God has her now!🥰🙏🙏

August 20th, 2023

Last condolence from Sue Corey

August 20th, 2023

We are so sorry to hear this. I have so many fond memories of Carol as I was growing up. She was an amazing woman, mother, wife and friend. We reconnected with Carol years later because she was friends with my husband’s mother. Our sincere sympathy and blessings to you all. Kim (Rexroat) and Scott Smith

August 20th, 2023

So sorry for your loss. She was a great lady. Gary and Judy Bloyd

August 20th, 2023

Sending our heartfelt condolences and love. Carol was a lovely lady. May good friends and family and your treasured memories bring comfort. George and Ann Bottenberg

August 31st, 2023

Our sincere condolences to Gary and his family. Michael and Tammy Martin