Gail Bradley Bess

Gail Bradley Bess, 75, of Grover, NC, passed away on September 6, 2026 in Carlisle, SC. Born December 22, 1950 in Gastonia, NC, she was the daughter of the late Elvin Earley Bradley and was also preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Larry Harmon Bess. granddaughter, Amanda Christine Putnam. Gail was a talented gardener who nurtured a large collection of houseplants and beautiful flowers. She was a longtime member of Allen Memorial Baptist Church. Gail was a loving mother and Grandma.

SURVIVORS: Son: Butch Putnam

Mother: Margaret Bernice Helms Bradley

Grandchildren: Brandi Baliles (Chris), Sara Putnam, Daniel Putnam

Great-grandchildren: Catlin Jordan, Lorelai Jordan, Brailynne Baliles, and Warren Baliles

GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Friday, September 11, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. in the Allen Memorial Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor Eddie Gray officiating

VISITATION: Friday, September 11, 2026 from 10:00 to 10:40 A.M. at Harris Funeral Home

INTERMENT: Allen Memorial Baptist Church Cemetery, Grover, North Carolina

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ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA