Pamela Mary Bradford Volk

Pamela Mary Bradford Volk, age 72, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, in Leesburg, Florida, surrounded by love, with her children David Volk, Kathryn Volk, and Amy (Volk) Palomaki holding her hands. Pamela was born on July 29, 1953, in Toledo, Ohio, to Brian and Ethel Bradford. She grew up in Ottawa Hills, where she met her future husband, Thomas Volk. Pam graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1975. Pam and Tom married on May 29, 1976, beginning a lifelong partnership rooted in family, and shared adventures in support of their pretty awesome children and grandchildren. Pam and Tom raised three children: David (born 1978), Amy (born 1981), and Kathryn (born 1985). Family life soon became centered around a shared passion for horses. Pamela loved horses deeply and spent countless hours at barns and shows, happily watching her children train and compete as the family traveled across the country at a high level of competition. This passion eventually led to the purchase of a horse farm in Blissfield, Michigan, where the family kept horses for many years. Pamela also delighted in caring for her two miniature donkeys, whom she adored. As her children grew and began their own careers, the family stepped away from horses, sold the farm, and returned to Toledo. Pamela and Tom later began wintering in Florida at the Riverbend Luxury RV Resort. Pamela’s love for Florida quickly grew, and she soon made it her full-time home—first in Punta Gorda and later in The Villages—embracing an active, social lifestyle and making friends wherever she went. She was frequently joined in her adventures by her sister-in-law Susan Volk-Sizemore, and her brother David Bradford (Cindy) of The Villages, Florida. Pamela treasured her role as an aunt and remained closely connected with her nieces and nephews, all of whom she was immensely proud. Above all, she adored being a grandmother. She shared a special bond with her grandchildren, Nora and Miles Hall. Pamela loved accompanying Nora to the horse barn and horse shows and was equally devoted to cheering on Miles at his hockey games. An energetic and outgoing spirit, Pamela enjoyed card games, Scrabble, and playing pickleball both recreationally and competitively, participating in numerous tournaments. She was always busy, always social, and always forming meaningful connections. Her love for animals extended beyond her own pets, leading her to volunteer at local animal shelters where she cared for cats in need. Pamela was preceded in death by her brother, Brian Kay Bradford II, and her parents, Brian Kay Bradford and Ethel Beatrice (Earl) Bradford. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Volk; her children, David Volk, Amy (Eric) Palomaki, and Kathryn Volk; her grandchildren, Nora and Miles; and her brothers, Dennis Bradford, Doug Bradford (Elena), David Bradford (Cindy), and Brian Bradford III (Hope). Pamela will be remembered for her warmth, her boundless love for family and animals, her adventurous spirit, and her ability to make friends wherever life took her. She leaves behind a legacy of devotion, compassion, and joy that will live on in all who knew and loved her. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Pamela’s memory to local animal shelters or animal rescue organizations. Pamela’s lifelong love of animals and her dedication to volunteering and caring animals in need made this cause especially close to her heart. A memorial service in Toledo, Ohio will be scheduled at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Beyers Funeral Home of Leesburg, Florida.

Pamela Mary Bradford Volk

July 29, 1953 - January 20, 2026