Our beautiful and profoundly loving Mom, sister, nana and aunt, Dolores Kathleen Bradford (nee Mac Donnell) passed away peacefully on Friday May 17, 2024, in Mississauga, ON. Dolores had seven children, many of whom were with her in her final moments.

Dolores was born in Montreal where she later married the love of her life, William “Bill” Bradford in 1954, and together they welcomed children Michael (Heather), Gary (Cathie), Sandra (Sonny), Maureen (John), Laurie (Tim), Joe (Leanne) and Janet (Mark). She also leaves to mourn 17 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Predeceased by husband Bill Bradford in 2022, her parents, John Angus MacDonnell & Helen Breslin, sister Myrna and infant daughter Mary.

Dolores and Bill relocated to Mississauga in 1978 where Mom became a member at Lambton Golf club, several bridge clubs and was an active member St Christopher’s Parish for over 45 years. Dolores demonstrated kindness, generosity, and an unwavering faith.

Her greatest joy was found in her family, and she built a foundation of love that fostered deep family connections among her children and grandchildren. Every one of them felt her love and each has a special bond, with treasured memories of special experiences with her. Mom would glow as the grandkids came running into her house shouting “Nana we’re here”!

The family would like to express their deep gratitude for the exemplary care given to Mom at home by Violet Shaheen, Cathy Jalos and the Bayshore palliative care team.

Visitation at Turner and Porter Neweduk-Erin Mills Chapel (1981 Dundas St. W., Mississauga) from 5 – 8 pm on May 30. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St Christopher’s Catholic Church (1171 Clarkson Rd N, Mississauga) at 11:30 am on May 31st, followed by reception in the church hall. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Sunnybrook Hospital.