Elbert Bradley Newsome

Elbert Bradley "Brad" Newsome, 77, of King, NC, passed away at his home on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

Mr. Newsome was born in Stokes County, NC, to the late Elbert and Katie Lee Smith Newsome. He served in the US Marine Corps during the Vietnam War from 1968 to 1970.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Roger Eugene "Gene" Newsome, and his sister, Jewel Dotson.

Survivors include his son, Farron Bradley Newsome; his daughter, Brenda Lee Newsome; two brothers, Darrell Richard Newsome and Joseph Kevin Newsome; and three sisters, Lani Joyce, Polly Newsome, and Patti Newsome.

At Mr. Newsome’s request, there will be no formal services held. A private interment will take place.

Memorials may be made to First Christian Church Cemetery Fund, PO Box 504, King, NC 27021.

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