With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Deacon Philip Bradley, 95, of Kingstree, SC, widower of the late Missionary Annie Mae Bradley, who passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at MUSC Black River, Cades, SC.

Deacon Philip Bradley

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.  Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day.                                                                       2 Timothy 4: 7-8a

On Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 3:23 a.m., the Lord summoned his faithful servant, Deacon Philip Bradley, to reunite with his beloved wife of 75 years, Missionary Annie Mae Bradley, after being separated for 4 months and 19 days. He passed away at MUSC Black River in Cades, South Carolina.

A Time to Born

Deacon Philip Bradley, the son of the late Reverend Samuel Bradley and Lisha Fulton Bradley, was born on August 14, 1928, in Kingstree, South Carolina. He was the youngest of ten children. Preceding him in death were Rebecca Bradley Gillard, Jeff Bradley, James Bradley, Lee Bradley, Bloomer Bradley Scott, Bonner Paige Bradley, Glide Bradley Fulton, David Bradley, and Henry Bradley.

A Time to Educate

Deacon Philip Bradley attended school in the Williamsburg County School System.

A Time to Love

Deacon Philip Bradley was joined in Holy Matrimony to the late Missionary Annie Mae McGill Bradley on June 26, 1948.  God granted them 75 years of love and prosperity. This union was blessed with five children. Baby Girl Bradley and four grandchildren preceded him in death.

A Time to Work

Deacon Philip Bradley began his career as a devoted farmer. He grew corn, tobacco, and cotton on his farm known as the "African". He also cultivated vegetables in his garden and raised farm animals. In the early 1960s, he started working at Baxter Healthcare, where he remained employed until his retirement.

A Time to Serve

Deacon Philip Bradley accepted the Lord as his Savior at a young age and became a member of Sandridge Believers Holiness Church. He was ordained as a Deacon and served as Head Deacon for over 20 years, demonstrating his faith in God and loyalty to his church. In addition to his role as Head Deacon, he also served as a Sunday School Teacher, Church Treasurer, Class Leader, and was a member of the Senior Choir. Some of his favorite songs included "Somebody Need to Catch on Fire", "He's a Battle Axe", "I Gotta Get a Message to Jesus", and "Holy Ghost Don't Leave Me."

A Time to Enjoy

Deacon Philip Bradley was a pillar of the Red Road Community. He enjoyed going to church, praising God, reading his Bible, praying, watching television, listening to Power 106 Radio Station, and spending time with his family and friends. He was also known as the "Savings & Loan" of the Red Road Community, as he spent countless hours mentoring young men on how to become great husbands, fathers, and friends.

A Time to Mourn

Loved ones to cherish his memories are: his four children, Josie Miller of Kingstree, SC, Pearlie (David) Gamble of Salters, SC, Robert (Ernestine) Bradley of Kingstree, SC, and Cedric (Sherly) Bradley of Indian Trail, NC; five sisters-in-law, Evangelist Annie Mae Bradley of Charlotte, NC,  Ruby Bradley of Baltimore, MD, Margaret Fulton and Johnnie Lee Scott of Philadelphia, PA and Lounina (John) Robinson of Hollywood, FL; one brother-in-law, David McGill of Norwalk, CT; fifteen grandchildren, thirty-eight great-grandchildren, sixteen great-great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and Sandridge Church family.

The family is receiving friends and family at 857 Red Road, Kingstree, SC.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Kingstree, SC. 843-354-2292.