Martha Radford

Mrs. Martha Polk Radford, 71, of Concord, passed away on Monday, September 13, 2021 at her home, surrounded by her family.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm, on Thursday September 16, 2021 at McGill Baptist Church, officiated by Rev. Dr. Steve Ayers. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:00 prior to the service.

Martha was born on July 18, 1950 in Concord, NC to the late Alena Aiken Polk and Harry Glenn Polk. She is also preceded in death by her brothers, Harry Polk and Richard Polk.

Martha was a graduate of Concord High School and a longtime faithful member of McGill Baptist Church. She worked for many years as a private detective with the city of Concord and later as a real estate agent. Martha was a quintessential “Southern Lady” always having her hair and nails done and dressed for every occasion. She enjoyed baking, flowers, and spending time with her cat, “Sunshine”.

She is survived by her husband, John Oscar Radford; daughters, Candy Baxter, Cathy Deuel, Lea McKim; sons, John M. Radford, Joseph Radford; grandson, Christian McKim; a number of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Memorials may be made to McGill Baptist Church, 5300 Poplar Tent Road, Concord, NC 28027.