Robert Bob H. Bradford, beloved son, husband, dad, grandpa, great grandpa, uncle and friend to many, passed away March 21, 2008 at Kadlec Medical Center in Richland, Washington from the sudden onset of a viral infection of the heart. He was 77 years old. Bob was born in Carlton, WA on June 12, 1930 to Ray and Alice Bradford. He attended various schools and graduated from Pasco High School in 1949. He attended the University of Washington for a short time and was an active member of the National Guard for 11 years. He worked 35 years for the Pasco Postal Service retiring as a supervisor in 1985. He was also a member of the Franklin County Historical Society. Bob married Shirley Berg on May 30, 1953. This year they would have celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. Bob was preceded in death by his father Ray Bradford. He is survived by his mother Alice Bradford Fox of Pasco; wife Shirley Bradford of Pasco; and sister Marion Buck of Elk, WA. He is also survived by his 5 children: Bob Bradford and wife Barb Grow, Cheryl Bradford, Roger Bradford, Mark Bradford, Doug Bradford and his girlfriend Melissa Alvarado, all of Pasco; four grandchildren: Deanne Davenport, Eric Bradford, Cody and Bailey Grow; and three great grandchildren: Makayla, Brooklynn and Benjamin Gonzalez, also of Pasco. Also surviving him are his uncle Jerry Shepard of Renton, WA and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Dad enjoyed yard work, gardening, swimming, woodwork and lending a hand to whoever was in need. He had many great fishing stories and enjoyed spending time at Lake Chelan. He loved to play practical jokes and tease his grandkids. Above all he enjoyed all of our family gatherings. Bob was a loving son, husband, dad, grandpa, great grandpa and uncle who lived life to the fullest and will be greatly missed by all. A Memorial Service will be Wednesday, March 26th, 3:00pm, at Faith Assembly Church located at 1800 N. Road 72 in Pasco with a reception immediately following. Those who would like to join us at 6:00pm on Wednesday for a Potluck Dinner and to visit are welcome. Details will be announced at the memorial service. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Franklin County Historical Society or the American Heart Association.