Jean Hope Bradford Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jean Hope Bradford of Lancaster, Ohio, who passed away on May 12, 2026, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jean Hope Bradford to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jake and Martha; her son Clarence; and her siblings, John, Richard, Ronald and Sally.
She is survived by: her son James (Valeri); her grandchildren, Amy, Chris, Nick, Caleb and Christian; her sister Judy; and her daughter-in-law Vickie. She is also survived by numerous great grandchildren & great-great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 14th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Frank E. Smith Funeral Home - Lancaster (405 N Columbus St, Lancaster, OH 43130). A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 15th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Frank E. Smith Funeral Home (405 N Columbus St, Lancaster, OH 43130). A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, May 15th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Lancaster Masonic Lodge 224 (224 S High St, Lancaster, OH 43130).
As Jean & Howard were longtime supporters of Lancaster Athletics, the family asks that in lieu of flowers, any donations be made to the Lancaster Track & Cross-Country Parent Organization, 5675 Basil Western Rd NW, Carroll, OH 43112.
