Ryan Dawson Bradberry, 25, passed away on August 28, 2026. Ryan was born in Nash County on July 13, 2001 to Dale and Lisa Swanson Bradberry. Ryan was predeceased by his grandfathers, Willie Swanson, Mike Smith , and Bubba Bradberry.

In addition to his parents, Ryan is survived by his son, Dawson Lane Bradberry and Dawson's mother, Kelsey Perkinson; Ryan's brothers, Brandon Bradberry, and Zachary Bradberry (Cheyanne); his grandmothers, Connie Smith, Linda Sanders, and Iris Bradberry; and extended family members.

The family will receive friends at the home of Dale and Lisa Bradberry. A celebration of life is planned at 5 p.m. on Sunday, September 6, 2026 at the family home. A college fund will be established for Dawson, details on the fund will be forthcoming.