Thomas James “Tom” Bradshaw, 71, of The Village of St. Helena, a kind and dedicated man, entered his eternal rest Sunday, May 20, 2018, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
He was born Dec. 5, 1946, in Denver, Colorado, the son of the late Thomas LeRoy Bradshaw and Ernestine Schissler Bradshaw.
Tom graduated from UNC-Wilmington with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business and was employed with Cape Fear Community College for 29 years. He also served 26 years in Pender County law enforcement, working with Pender County Sheriff’s Department, Surf City Police Department and as captain with the Burgaw Police Department. Being dedicated to his community, Tom served as president of Burgaw Jaycees, president of Burgaw Area Chamber of Commerce and 20 years as a Burgaw Volunteer Fireman. He assisted in the organization of The Village of St. Helena and served as its mayor pro-tem.
Thomas was a gentleman of excellent character in all facets of his life; being honest, dependable and trustworthy. Anything he committed to, he did with dedication. Being an outstanding photographer, Tom photographed for area newspapers and for many weddings. He was a faithful friend and his presence on this earth will be missed.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, May 24, at Burgaw Cemetery with the Rev. William Hill Pearsall conducting the service. Following Tom’s request, there will be no viewing or visitation.
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