Braiden Patterson Ham

Braiden Patterson Ham, 18, of Dallas, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday June 7,2026. Born on June 17, 2007, in Lincolnton, North Carolina, he was the beloved son of Bradley Ham and Amber Waddell Ham.

Braiden was a 2025 River Birch Academy High School graduate and was working as an apprentice with CERT in the environmental field. He is survived by his parents, Bradley and Amber Ham of Dallas; his brother, Nathan Ham; and extended family and friends who loved him dearly.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at Mission Farms.

The family appreciates thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.