Gene "Edward" Bradshaw

September 22, 1957 - February 11, 2020

Gene “Edward” Bradshaw, 62, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020, peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Athens, GA to the late Eugene and Alma Jean Giles Bradshaw. Edward was a loving father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend to everyone he met. He enjoyed his job driving a tow truck. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, traveling to the mountains and the lake, and family cookouts. Edward was an avid GA Bulldog fan and enjoyed watching old movies on TV. He really enjoyed attending church at Brownwood Baptist where he was recently baptized and joined the congregation. Family was very important to Edward and he will be deeply missed. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his granddaughter, Britney Bridges. Edward is survived by his daughters, Jennifer Harp (Jason) and Joanna Bechtol (Dennis Harp); brothers, Jessie Bradshaw (Denise) and Gerald Bradshaw; sister, Kathy Kinney (Jerry); grandchildren, Ashley, Laurie, Chyna, Kristina and Fred; greatgrandchildren, SJ and Isabella; nephews, Derrick, Brad and Brandon; and niece Sheena; and other extended family members. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 2pm at Brownwood Baptist Church 1521 Thankful Rd Madison, GA 30650 with Pastor Anthony Cottrell and Pastor Johnny Giles officiating. Condolences may be made at www.wheelerfuneralhome.com.