James Bradford Saunders

He was preceded in death by his father, William A. Saunders, Jr. and grandparents, William A. Saunders, Sr., Ida Mae Barbour, and Robert W. and Carrie Jane Rohr. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Ethel Saunders; son, Joshua Brian Saunders; daughters, Katherine Joyce Saunders and Kelly Marie Saunders; mother, Muriel Kay Saunders; brothers, William A. Saunders III and Steve R. Saunders; sister, Carrie K. Saunders; and cousins and nephews, Timmy, Rick, Eddie, and Chris Saunders, and many more.

The family will receive friends from 7 to 9:00 pm on Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of his life will be held at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, March 12, at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Parklawn Memorial Park.

The family would like to especially express thanks for the continuous support, prayers, and love of Brad’s friends and family at the Smithfield Packing plant.

Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.

Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23666.