Rea Bradshaw

Marie "Rea" Bradshaw, 84, died Thursday, February 22, 2024, at her Swayzee residence. Rea was born on May 26, 1939, to the late Wilburn and Bertha Ballou. She worked as an LPN for 26 years for Marion Health. She loved country music and even sang on the same stage as Loretta Lynn.

Rea is survived by her sons, Rocky and Dale Bradshaw; grandson, Shane Bradshaw; and one brother.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl; parents; five sisters; and one brother.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Fairmount Chapel of Armes-Hunt Life Celebration Funeral Home and Cremation Services. In accordance with Rea's wishes, no services will be held.