Jean Bradford Narrell

Jean Bradford Narrell, 82, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Crestwood Medical Center. Born in Rome, Georgia on February 22, 1943, Jean was the daughter of John Hansel Bradford and Alice Sisson Bradford. She became a resident of Arab, Alabama in 1962 and was a devoted member of Sweet Home Baptist Church. Prior to her retirement, Jean worked at HYCO Alabama LLC for over 40 years. Jean is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Deidra Dodd and Keith Martin and Donna Dodd and Chris Flack; grandchildren, Kevin Cooley, Jacob Parton (Jessica), Olivia Sensing (Thomas), Zach Martin, Colby Flack (Jennifer), and Caleb Martin; ten great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Preceding Jean in death were her parents, John and Alice Bradford; her brother, Charles Bradford; and sisters, Virginia Mizell and Faye Williams. Jean’s greatest joy in life was her family, especially her grandchildren, whom she cherished more than anything else. Her love and devotion to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were evident in every aspect of her life. Jean’s affection also extended to her beloved pets, who were considered members of her family. A passionate traveler, Jean delighted in exploring unfamiliar places and creating lasting memories with her loved ones. She held a special place in her heart for all things Disney and was an avid reader. Her love of Disney and reading enriched her life and sparked her imagination. Jean also actively supported St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Services for Jean will include a visitation at Arab Heritage Memorial Chapel on Thursday evening, January 22, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The funeral service will be at Sweet Home Baptist Church at 2:00 PM on Friday, January 23, 2026. Jean will lie-in-state from 1:00 until the service begins at 2:00 pm. Pastor Andy Brown and Brother Jonathan Plunkett will officiate. Honored to serve as pallbearers and escort Jean to her final resting place in Sweet Home Cemetery are Kevin Cooley, Jacob Parton, Connor Parton, Zach Martin, Colby Flack, and Caleb Martin. Arab Heritage Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Jean’s memory.

Jean Bradford Narrell

February 22, 1943 - January 17, 2026