Ronald Dean Bradshaw, 75, of Salisbury, passed away Monday, December 24, 2018 at his residence.

He was born August 18, 1943 in Burke County, NC. Ronald worked for SGL Carbon for over 40 years. In his spare time he enjoyed watching tv and loved working out in the yard.

Ronald was preceded in death by his parents, Felix and Margaret P. Bradshaw; siblings, Mildred Sherman, Faye Poteat, Sanford Bradshaw, Don Bradshaw, Ronald Bradshaw; and daughter-in-law, Laurie Bradshaw.

Ronald is survived by his wife of 22 years, Kaye Goodman Bradshaw; son, Matthew Bradshaw of Morganton; daughter, Teresa Craw of Morganton; grandson, Chris Williams of Morganton; step-sons, Johnny Ray Michael (Pam) of Morganton; Kevin Eugene Michael (Ronda) of Mocksville and numerous nieces and nephews.

Per Mr. Ronald’s wishes, there will be no memorial service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 933 Louise Ave #101B, Charlotte, NC 28204 or to Trellis Supportive Care, Attention: Finance, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103.

Carolina Cremation is assisting the Bradshaw family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.