Orange County loses ‘tireless advocate’ with death of Commissioner Bedford

By: Greg Childress

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: June 22, 2026

Words: 504

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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Orange County residents are mourning the death of longtime county Commissioner Jamezetta Bedford, who died unexpectedly Sunday. Bedford was 67.

According to multiple media reports, Bedford died from complications following hernia surgery at UNC Hospital. She is survived by her husband Ed Bedford and three adult children — a daughter and two sons.

Bedford was first elected to the board of commissioners in 2018, and served as chairwoman from 2022-24.

“Commissioner Bedford was a …

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