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Bradley Walsh Obituary

Walsh, Bradley Edward beloved son of Brian and Susie (nee Magnuson), treasured brother of Maggie and Kyle, cherished grandson of Pat Hartl and Mickey (Arlene) Walsh, dear godson of Mark (Priscilla) Magnuson, adored nephew of Kevin (Nancy) Walsh, Mary (Charlie) Morello, Peggy (Mark) Udelhofen, Kelly (Jesse) Danner, Karen (Chris) Danca, Patrick (Claire) Walsh, Tracey (Joe) Grabowski, Erin (Ralph) Baldassano, Mikey Walsh and Christopher (Julie) Walsh, fun loving cousin of Andrew, Meredith, Nicole, Kaleena, Amanda, C.J., Keenan, Michael, Ryan, Sarah, Mickey, Nolan, Will, Molly, Matt, Alison, Jack, Kiefer, Ben, Bella, Riley, Frankie, Cameron, Jacey and Sophia, friend to all that knew him. Funeral Thursday, May 22nd, at 9:45 a.m., from Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 8025 W. Golf Rd., Niles, to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Mass 11 a.m. Cremation private. In lieu of flowers, a Fund will be set up at a later date for a Memorial in a Neighborhood Park. Visitation Wednesday, 2 to 9 p.m. Info: 847-581-0536. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 20, 2003.

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Nancy Goldsmith-Perry

May 28, 2003

Brian, Susie, and Family:

It's been so long since we've been in touch. I was so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I hope that the good memories you have of Bradley will help you through this difficult time.

Fondly, Nancy Goldsmith-Perry

Christine Buik

May 24, 2003

Dear Susie and family, You don't know me but I have heard your name from my dear friend (and your dear friend)Jan Beaman for over 20 years. I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you daily and hope that all the prayers sent to you from everyone who loves you will help in your overwhelming grief. I will pray that you find peace within yourselves. It will not be easy but you will find it again someday. My heart goes out to your entire family. Christine Buik

Joan Depczynski

May 23, 2003

Dear Grandmother Pat Hartl, Susie, Brian, Maggie and Kyle.



I am so sorry for your tragic loss.



"What the heart has once owned and had, it shall never lose."

---Henry Ward Beecher



With sympathy and love,

Joan (Peterson) Depczynski

Jeanne & Don DeAngelis

May 23, 2003

Dear Susie, Brian, Maggie & Kyle--



Brad was such a wonderful young man, someone you just wanted to get to know better by his actions and manner. Words cannot express how sorry we are, and hope that your memories of all your happy family times together will bring you comfort in the days ahead. Our deepest sympathies to you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Jeanne & Don

Paula Zawojski (Tice)

May 23, 2003

Dear Brian and Susie,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time of the loss of your son. May God bless and comfort you and your family.

Paula Zawojski (Tice)

Susan Ross

May 22, 2003

Dear Brian & Sue and all the Walshes,



The Udelhofen family sends heartfelt condolences to you on the tragic loss of Brad. We are all thinking of you during this difficult week and hope you find strength through the support of your many family members we are privileged to know through our relationship with Peggy.



Sincerely,

The parents and siblings of your brother-in-law Mark

Jan Beaman

May 22, 2003

Dear Susie, Brad, Maggie and Kyle,

Our hearts ache with the tragic loss of Brad. We fondly remember camping and playing together and sharing stories of the boys as they grew up. We will be with you today in spirit as you celebrate Brad's life, and will be sending prayers across the miles until we meet this summer. May God bless all of you and hold you close in his arms.

Love,

John, Jan, Jay and Kelsey Beaman

Hunt Jr&III Hamill

May 22, 2003

Brad was a truly wonderful guy.His soul will rest with God forever.Our condolences and love come with this message and know that Brad will stay in our hearts and memories forever as well.

Bruce,Barb,Brian & Bill Smaha

May 21, 2003

Brian, Sue, Maggie & Kyle, We just wanted you to know what great memories we have when you lived behind us. The kids playing. The building of the kids backyard treehouse (without the tree) and all the fun we had together. Our fond memories of this and our frequent neighborhood get-to-gethers will remain in our thoughts forever. Our deepest sympathy and love to all of you in you loss of Brad......May God be with you all and give you the strength to understand.

With Love & Friendship,

Bruce, Barb, Bill & Brian Smaha

(Glenview, Il.)

Janet Hickerson

May 21, 2003

Dear Susie and Brian,

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family for the sudden loss of Brad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Janet Hickerson and Dan Harper

K. PHILLIPS

May 21, 2003

SUE, BRIAN, MAGGIE & KYLE,

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. WE ARE VERY GLAD WE HAD THE PLEASURE OF GETTING KNOW BRAD WHILE HE WORKED WITH ALL OF US! KRIS & JAY AND THE PIZZA BAKERY STAFF.

Allison DeAngelis

May 21, 2003

Dear Brian, Susie, Maggie, and Kyle-

I am terribly sorry for your tragic loss. May God and our family help ease the pain, and let us always remember Brad with a smile. I will never forget iceskating with Maggie, Brad, and Kyle, or any of our family picnics that we shared together. Your family is in my prayers.

Jenny DeAngelis

May 21, 2003

Dear Brian, Sue, Maggie, Kyle, and the rest of the Walsh family:

I wanted to let all of you know how sorry I was to hear about Brad. It's been a few years since I've seen all of you, but all the memories I have of Brad when we were younger are happy ones. He was blessed to have a family like yours in his life. I wanted all of you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. With love and sympathy,

Jenny DeAngelis, daughter of Jeanne (Weiler) and Don DeAngelis

Helen and Jack White

May 20, 2003

Dear Brian, Sue, Maggie and Kyle: We are so very sorry for your loss.

Molly Crawford (nee Willoughby)

May 20, 2003

Sue and Brian :

My heart is heavy and my thoughts are with you and your family on the sudden loss of your son Brad.

I will pray for you all. Take comfort in the family and friends that surround you.

My Best,

Molly

May Weger

May 20, 2003

Brian, Sus, Maggie, and Kyle,



When we heard about Brad's passing our hearts went out to all of you. Words are probably very insignificant to you right now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss.



Love,

May, Aubrey, Andy, Meghan Weger

Redlands, California

Dan & Karen Grabow Larry & Pat Holland

May 20, 2003

Our most heart felt sorrow for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Philip Jablonski

May 20, 2003

Brian and Susie,



The sad news has reached all the way to Colorado. May beautiful memories give you strength at this difficult time.





Philip Jablonski

Bonnie Schieber

May 20, 2003

Words alone are not enough to express this great loss. I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to Brian, Sue, Maggie, Kyle, and the rest of the Walsh family and let you all know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.



When I think back to my first friend growing up, I see Brad. For some time we were inseparable. I have many memories of waiting for the bus, sleepovers, playing in the attic in his room, ice skating in the backyard, and most of all, our baths--all of which I will cherish forever. Brad had a smile that could light up a room and I certainly believe that he is making someone smile somewhere

Dick and Linda Fahey

May 20, 2003

Dear Brian, Sue, Maggie and Kyle -



When we think of Brad we will always think of the connection that he and Mike shared with their love of the water, snow, cutting lawns, remote control cars and the outdoors. They are kindred spirits in many ways.



But most of all, we will continue to remember Brad's cheerful, friendly smile and his waves to us as our paths crossed his. That is the picture we will keep in our mind's eye.



We feel very lucky to have known him all these years and been with him so recently. Brian and Sue, you raised a wonderful young man and his beaming personality and spunk affected so many people in such a positive way.



Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended families during this time of great loss. We are here for you whenever you need us.



Love,

Dick and Linda

Elizabeth (Betsy) Walvoord (Christensen)

May 20, 2003

Brian and Sue,

I've recently had my first child and I often think of my first experience making a bottle for a baby. Sue, you instructed me in the kitchen of your first little condo when I was just 14 and Bradley was an infant. You were such a great teacher and nuturer even from the very beginning. I cherish my sweet memories of Bradley,...my best girlfriend's (Erin) first nephew. My strength is with your family.

-Elizabeth Walvoord (Betsy)

Steve, Malin, Louis, Rhetta and Geo Bowers

May 20, 2003

Dearest Brian, Susie, Maggie, and Kyle,

Our hearts are aching for your tremendous loss. The depth of our sorrow is only matched by the exhilarating joy we experienced in knowing Brad. His love of life, adventure, and excitement were contagious and exemplified the most compelling part of his extraordinary personality. Brad's charm was complemented by his caring and loving nature and we were blessed many times over by his gifts. We thank you for your generosity in sharing your precious son and offer you all our prayers and thoughts and love.



Steve, Malin, Louis, Rhetta, and Geo

Mike & Carol Brickley

May 20, 2003

Dear Brian & Sue,

No words can express how truly tragic this loss must be for your family. Our hearts go out to you, and you are in our constant thoughts and prayers.

The Brickley Family

Lynne, Michael and Brighid O'Brien

May 20, 2003

Dear Walsh Family,

Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all. May God bless and comfort you.

Sincerely,

The O'Briens

Karen and Patrick Pritchard

May 20, 2003

Brian, Susie, Maggie and Kyle,



Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you and you're extended family.



May the Lord help you through this tough time and help see you through.



Please know how special you're family is and how loved by so many. Bradley will always be in our heart and thoughts.



The Pritchard Family,

Patrick, Karen and Brittany

Uncle Pat, Aunt Claire & Cameron Walsh

May 20, 2003

We will always remember Brad as a fun-loving, action-packed guy! We miss him terribly. We'll treasure the fond memories we have of him forever and take delight in telling his younger cousins about all his antics! He was incredibly special and loved by all who knew him. Rest in peace, Brad.

May 20, 2003

Brian and Sue:

We will always remember Brad's smile as he rode down the block on the lawn mower to mow our lawn. May God be with you in your sorrow. With our deepest sympathy,

Kelly and Dave Golding

Anna Skalon

May 20, 2003

I loved him like one of my own. He was one of the sweetest and most respectful young men I've ever known. He will be greatly missed. I can not express how truly sorry I am for your loss, and pray to God that he eases your pain and helps you find pease. My deepest, deepest sympathy.

Anna Skalon

The Staff of Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home

May 20, 2003

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