Author: Larry Bradley

Raising a glass to an amazing man. Friend, coworker, comedian. So many great memories. From playing “the meow game” from Supertroopers on a car stop, to a last minute Stones/Metallica concert, and laughs. So many laughs. He will be missed is a huge understatement.

My first memory of Brad was walking with him down the aisle in my stepmom. Mom and dad’s wedding. I don’t like calling her my stepmom just so you all know. She’s my mom. Anyhow… I was a freshman and sophomore at Eureka High and Brad and Dave Hoff where in elementary school across the street. I believe it was Marshall Elementary. My lunch hour coincided with one of their recess breaks. Those two liked to stir the pot so Brad could say my cousin’s coming and she’s in high school and she’s going to kick your butt. So every day I would make a big show of it. Hahaha. I haven’t seen Brad in many years. But my son have the joy of spending time with him and getting to know him and his family. I’m so thankful for that. Till I see you on the other side my cousin. Look over your family look over all of us. I love you so very much

One year my sister Margaret and I were part of a family weekend camping trip. Brad was camp cook. (Why are we not surprised?) My sister had a special diet and Brad took care always to make something she could eat. She never forgot his kindness. We spent time remembering him tonight though we had to had to do it by phone.

I still can’t believe Brad is gone! We had a pretty tight not crew back in the Pine Hill days and to this day we all are still very fond of each other and had a bond that kids these days don’t know a lot about. Riding skate boards, bikes, climbing trees and fences, mud football in the field at the school, hide and seek under the street lights till it was time for dinner. Brad was always a nice guy…. even as a kid…. I remember him and Dave being the best friend duo like no other! I still have my beat friend from back them too and always thought it was special they held on to each other as well. I hope his family can find peace in knowing he had a special place in everyone’s heart who’s path he came across and he was loved my so many!

We have heard stories from Sheron and know of Brad’s beautiful family, Brad’s integrity, and the bond that he and Sheron share. We know he is deeply loved and will be deeply missed.

Too many stories. Can’t talk right now.