Earl Bradshaw

Earl C. Bradshaw, 83, passed away June 9, 2012 and will be dearly missed.Born February 25, 1929 he grew up in Mascot, Tenn., and graduated from Tennessee Tech. He was a business owner for over 50 years in Chattanooga where he raised his family.He was a loyal friend to all and a caring father and grandfather. He touched many lives during his time on this earth and we will always keep him close in our hearts and minds.He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara.Survivors are his sons, William C. (Lisa) Bradshaw, Houston, TX., and Michael C. (Trish) Bradshaw, Albuquerque, N.M.; daughter, Pam Atkins, Cumming, Ga.; grandchildren, April Royalty, Adam Burns, Brittney Bradshaw, Jared Bradshaw, Austin Bradshaw and Wesley Bradshaw.Graveside services will be held Friday, June 15 at 12:30 p.m. at the Chattanooga National Cemetery.The family will receive friends today from 4-8 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home, East Brainerd Road.Visit www.heritagefh.com to share words of comfort.