Author: Sara Sass

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At first we met Brad through our youngest, and before long he also helped us buy a house, but immediately we recognized Brad as a devoted family man and great guy who was everyone’s friend. Thanks for introducing us to real BBQ and showing us Aussies how to Halloween in style! Wish we could be having these drinks with you Brad 🍻

We have a couple memories of Brad that stand out. I (Robin) roped Ryan and Brad into speaking to my class about their careers in law enforcement; Brad graciously accepted. (From Ryan… Brad was the headliner; I was his opening act). It’s true. Brad just had that charism to keep my class hanging on his every word. He was informative and funny and oh so down-to-earth. His best joke out of the many he told was “if anyone trying to sell you drugs is wearing white shoes, run. Because that’s a cop.” Students loved him. He was a natural guest speaker. He connected with young people on their level and it was obvious how much they respected him for it.

Another good memory we have of Brad (aside from desperately trying to rope him and Jen into going to Hall & Oates with us without success since they were just moving to OR) is the night we all spent on the beach after Jimi’s wedding. Some Mendocino knuckleheads who were high out of their minds were wandering the beach making a bunch of noise in pitch darkness. Things felt a little sketchy. Later, separately, we shared how comforted we were by having Brad with us. Not just because he was a former cop but because he was just the guy who was cool and level-headed enough time get us out of a bind. He offered them some beer to essentially “get lost” (my words, not his; Brad was smoother than that). He just had that presence about him and we were grateful to know.

Cheers Brad, this one’s for you! Thank you for your joyous spirit!

Cheers to you, Brad! I miss your kindness, humor, and mad karaoke skills. Girls night at the Whisper Project will not be the same without you there sharing drinks with us, and stories about work and life in general. Halloween/Dia de los muertos will also not be the same without you. Super blessed that I got to know you and be a part of your wonderful life.

Rest easy Brad. You were one of the best.
Your memory eternal.

Cheers, my friend!

I haven’t seen Brad since High School days. It was awesome seeing all his hilarious Facebook posts. It was a great way to stay in touch. Will miss your posts. Always positive. Best sense of humor. Will miss you.

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Cheers for Brad! Rest in Peace and you were so loved by so many.