Randall “Mbish” Clay Bradford, age 56, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at his home, unexpectedly. A public visitation will be held Sunday, March 1st, from 3:00PM to 5:00PM, at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd., St. Joseph. Randall was Turtle Clan and, a proud citizen of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians. Immediately following the visitation, a meal will be shared at their community center, 27043 Potawatomi Trail, Dowagiac, MI, 49047. Memorial contributions may be made to his wife, Brenda Bradford. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com.
Born April 1, 1969, Randall was the son of Ronald and Kathleen (Rickard) Bradford. He married the love of his life, Brenda Kinney, on July 17, 2013, in St. Joseph. He was a family man and a jack of all trades working in many industries including, environmental.
Randall enjoyed fishing especially, with his family. He had a wonderful sense of humor and loved making others laugh. Randall was a huge Chicago Cubs and Miami Dolphins fan and watched their games with passion. Randall was known for building dollhouses and playing in the arcade. He also loved taking long trips with his wife, Brenda, and visiting the lake often. Randall treasured his time with grandbabies and his fur babies – 2 puppies – Winston and Willow.
Randall is survived by his wife, Brenda Bradford; children – Cayla Westfall and Dakota Kinney; grandchildren – Jayden Hill, Noah Woods, Lillian Westfall, Natalie Westfall and Aaron Westfall Jr; siblings – Denise Mays and Robert Cunningham Jr.; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson – Adam Westfall; siblings – Wayne Scott Bradford, Lisa Bradford and Scott Bradford; and nephew – Scott Hoadley.
A fire has been lit at the Pokagon Band Community Center that will burn for four days and conclude on the evening of Friday, February 27th.
Service Details
Visitation
When
March 1st, 2026 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Where
Starks & Menchinger Chapel
Address
2650 Niles Rd.
St. Joseph, MI 49085
Reception
Where
Pokagon Band Community Center
Address
27043 Potawatomi Trail
Dowagiac , MI 49047
Additional Reception Information
Immediately following visitation.