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Bradley Hinds Obituary

HINDS, BRADLEY RAY HINDS, BRADLEY RAY "BRAD," 39, of Hoover, Alabama, passed away Thursday, December 2, 2010. He was a loving husband and father, a devoted son, and a true and thoughtful friend. Brad is survived by his adoring wife, Emily Ford-Hinds; son, Bradley Walker Hinds, age 10; daughter, Lily Grace Hinds, age 4; mother, Dean Campbell; father and step-mother, Billy Ray and Heide Hinds; brother, Brent Hinds; step-sister, Traci Perry; grandmother, BB Snyder; and many beloved friends. Brad was employed at Allcomm Wireless, his family's business, as director of sales. He was proudly serving as president of the S.E.M.S.S. Association for 2011, and was founder and president of the Stone Creek Hunting Club. Brad loved and lived life to the fullest. He was an avid outdoorsman, a committed member of the kayak community, and a lifelong hunter. For all who loved him and were touched by his life, his broad smile and kind heart will be sorely missed and remembered forever. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at Ridout's Southern Heritage Funeral Home in Pelham. The funeral service will be at 1 p.m. the same day in Southern Heritage Chapel, Pelham. The graveside service is being planned at Helena City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to ACRA (Alabama Cup Racing Association), C/O Mark Travis. Phone (205) 223-8808 or visit www.alabamacupracing.com.

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Published by AL.com (Birmingham) on Dec. 5, 2010.

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August 1, 2011

Let The Hunter stand as a tribute to this great soul... as a fan of Mastodon my heart goes out to you.

Wayne Teas

December 30, 2010

To the entire family of Brad Hinds:
I offer my deepest sympathy to you all. I understand your pain and loss as I lost my son-in-law in 2006. The passage of time will help ease the pain but the joyful memories of Brad will stay with you through out the years.

Despina Moran-Devlin

December 28, 2010

Emily, just heard the so sad news of Brad's passing. Our hearts go out to you, Lily, his son Walker, and the rest of the Hinds family. May GOD, wrap his arms around you and comfort you in this most difficult time. Our deepest sympathy. Dave, Despina, and children

Debbie (Holt) Ramsay

December 10, 2010

I can't imagine the feeling of loss - I was so sorry to hear about Brad. I've not seen him since he was a little boy - To Dean and Billy and the extended families, his wife and children - you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Debbie (Holt) Ramsay

Kara Newton

December 8, 2010

Brad's beaming smile will be missed by everyone. I am so thankful that we got to spend some fun times together recently after having been out of touch. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Love you all.

Kelley Largin

December 7, 2010

During this very unexpected time of sorrow I pray that God will wrap the Hinds family in His presence,His peace and His Grace. My Sincerest Sympathy.

Kyle Campbell

December 7, 2010

I am so very sorry for your loss. I do not know how to put into words what he meant to me. I enjoyed the times we spent hunting and the fellowship we had when we were doing so. Know that everytime I sit in front of a good hot campfire I will be thinking of the good times we had.
Know he will truly be missed by all.

Lisa Collier

December 7, 2010

Emily,

I cannot imagine what you are going through. I pray that God will wrap you & your family in his love & peace.

Cookie & Steve Mayer

December 7, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lakisha Cooper

December 7, 2010

May God's hands hold your hearts and heal the hurt due to your loss. In this time of pain, may he give you comfort. I pray he allows you to reflect on the wonderful memories that you made as a family!

Bob Tanner

December 7, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go to the family and friends. I met Brad and his father in January of this year while they were hunting at Sawgrass Plantation. Brad was the perfect guest and we enjoyed having him, his father and friends. Ya'll will be in my thoughts.

Bob Tanner

Larry COLLINS`

December 7, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Sean Lee

December 7, 2010

Brad was a good friend and someone that I will never forget. I have more funny stories about Brad than anyone else I know. As Dr. Seuss said, "Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened!"

Tracey Hinds

December 7, 2010

Brad will leave a void in our family that can never be filled. I am so proud of the man he had become. A wonderful & proud father, husband, son, cousin and friend. Our hearts ache for Emily, Walker, & Lily Grace. You are all loved so much. I will miss him terribly. I am so grateful for the wonderful memories he left with us.
Love & sympathy to the whole family.

Lisa Miller

December 7, 2010

Dean
I am so sorry. My heart goes out to you and to Brad's family. Somehow you will make it through.
Love,
Lisa, David, Carly Macy Larson

Lindsey Rigdon

December 6, 2010

My heart goes out to the Hinds family. I am fairly new to the family, but I cherish the little bit of time I had with Brad. He was a wonderful husband, father, brother, and son. He will be deeply missed.

Laura Healy

December 6, 2010

Dean - Anne and I were so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet Brad.We just want you to know that we are praying for comfort for you and your family during this difficult time.

Lacey{your old UPS girl}

December 6, 2010

Billy, Heide and family, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Bob & Barbetta McMaster

December 6, 2010

I've known Brad I guess most of his life. He was such and wonderful guy to be around and he will be missed by many people. It has been an honor to know him and to call him a friend. Our prayers go out to his wife, children, Billy Heidi, Bret, and Traci and for healing of his family.

bob mcmaster

December 6, 2010

I've known Brad I guess most of his life. He was such and wonderful guy to be around and he will be missed by many people. It has been an honor to know him and to call him a friend. Our family prays for him and for healing of his family.

George and Cindy Nations

December 6, 2010

Dear Dean,
Cindy and are so sorry to hear of your loss.Know that we are thinking of you and will keep you in our prayers.

Linda & Tony Ifashina

December 6, 2010

Dean,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.

Susan Forrester

December 6, 2010

Traci, Heidi, Billy, Brent and Brad's wife and children, What a shock to see Brad has passed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Susan Beach Forrester

Blake Turner

December 6, 2010

I am thankful that I knew Brad Hinds; he had a direct influence on my life. I will miss him dearly. Emily and family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Please accept my family's condolences.

Ted & Bonnie McMaster

December 6, 2010

Bill, Heide and family. We are so sorry for your loss. I have known Brad since he was a little baby and have watched him grow and mature over the years to become the fine man that he was.

Our love & Prayers go out to you all,

Sam and Gayla Rogers

December 6, 2010

Our Son Ben Rogers has worked for your company for many years. He called me Friday - clearly upset and told me about Brad. We had a long conversation and Ben said " you know Dad - Brad was doing what he loved". I agreed and while no words could ever be said that would help at these times but the knowledge that his last moments were moments of Joy is a loving memory to hold near to your heart. We will have all of you in our prayers that these sad days will pass quickly and be overridden by the Joy in your memories of this wonderful man. Sam and Gayla Rogers

Bobby Williams

December 6, 2010

"Billy, friends, and family. I will be thinking and praying for all of you during this difficult time in your life. Billy, you have taken care of your present and past employees. Its time for us to take care of you! We will all be here for you today and in the future. God bless you and your family.

Mary Scarvey

December 6, 2010

I have worked for the Hinds family for many years. Brad was a true friend to me as well as an employer. I will greatly miss him smiling & laughing with all of us. If there is anything I can do to help you through this difficult time, please let me know. My prayers are with you all.

Elizabeth Boshell

December 6, 2010

The Hinds... My heart aches for your family and friends. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bring you peace and comfort during this time.

Brian Davis

December 6, 2010

Brad was a good man and a good friend! I am so sorry for this loss to his family and friends he will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to those who lost a special person....

Bob & Wanda Lovell

December 6, 2010

We were in total shock to hear about Brad. Our Prays are with you at this time of sorrow. If we can be of help in any way please let us know.

Gale Melton

December 6, 2010

Dean, Please be aware of our symoathy for you at this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our love, Martin and Gale Melton, Hoover, Al

Tim Willis

December 6, 2010

I will miss him more than word's can express with him being my first cousin and also my best friend.

Jim Baker

December 6, 2010

Billy and family, words seem inadequate to express the sadness I feel. Brad was a wonderful young man and it was a privilege to know him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

December 6, 2010

Billy & Heide - we were so shocked to hear about Brad, we are so sorry for your loss!! With Greatest Sympathy -

Billie & Charlie Chapman

Stephanie & Kevin Mayfield-Brooks

December 6, 2010

Emily, May GOD walk with you during this time of need. I pray that you find comfort in knowing that you will meet Brad again one day as he is watching over you now. Just know that we are here for you and we love you.

Dot Cain

December 6, 2010

"I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Brad. I know that he will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family."

Bobby, Karen and Jesse Hayes

December 6, 2010

Emily: Bobby, Jesse and I send all our thoughts and prayers to you at this saddest of times. We are sorry we can't make it in time for Brad's services, but please know we are with you in spirit. We love you and will always be there for you.

James Weyburn & Bill Blackburn

December 6, 2010

" Our hearts and prayers go out to Brad's family. He was not only a great employer but a great person and he will be deeply missed, it was a honor to know and worked for him.

Keith Young

December 6, 2010

Emily, So sorry for your loss. We will continue to pray for you and the rest of the family. He will be missed by many.

Lynn & Jim MacDonald

December 6, 2010

Emily and family, Words cannot express how much we are hurting for you. Our heart and prayers are with you. I have known and loved you guys for so long and will miss him so much. Emily please know I am here for you whenever you need me. Be strong and keep in your heart the fun times you shared together. I love you.

Dena Spinks

December 6, 2010

My deepest sympathy to all of Brad's family and friends. He was definitely one of a kind and he will be missed very much. I pray that God will wrap his arms around each of you and hold you close during this time of sorrow. Please let me know if I can do anything for you. You will be in my thoughts and prayers!

Ken Hopkins

December 6, 2010

I have come to know the Hinds family over the past years. What an honor and previledge. My heart and prayers are with you all. Brad and I have spent a great deal of time with each other in the great outdoors. He will be truly missed by all.

valerie bassett

December 5, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. May God bless you all during this time!
Valerie Bassett and family Wetumpka, AL

December 5, 2010

Brad was a really great guy and a really great kayaker. He will be very missed. His style, both on and off the water, was one of a kind. I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Anne Connolly

Sylvia McCord-Chaffin

December 5, 2010

Dean,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.

Keith Yell & Family

December 5, 2010

Emily & Family, please know how truely sorry we are for your loss. Brad was a great man, great kayaker, & one of my closest friends. We want you to know that if there is anything you & your family need please let us know. Once again I'm so sorry.

Ron & Becki Hess

December 5, 2010

To the entire family of Brad Hinds: It is with great sorrow that we send our condolences from our family to yours. We also lost our oldest son last year and feel your pain and loss. We will be with you all in spirit in the coming days. Rely on each other and all your beautiful memories to get through these devastating days. Sending love, hugs and our deepest sympathy. Please kiss those beautiful children for me from their Auntie Becki.

Tyler Head

December 5, 2010

Brad was one of my heros in kayaking. Seeing him this fall in WV and being in a similar place in life it was easy to see how much he loved his wife and children and how proud he was to be a dad. He was happy with how fortunate he had been and it made everyone feel good to be around him. He will be missed by a whole bunch of us in Chattanooga and thought of everytime it rains.

Brad Schwoebel

December 5, 2010

Billy & family I am sincerely sorry to hear of your family's loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Brad's widow and his children.

Mike Humphress

December 5, 2010

From all of us here at Commsult who have had the priviledge and pleasure of working with Brad, we offer our sincere and deepest sympathy. Please know that the Hinds family is in our thoughts and prayers during this sorrowful time.

December 5, 2010

Dean, We are remembering you and your family in our thoughts and prayers as this is both a time of sorrow and also a time of celebrating the life of Brad. Our heart goes out to you and your family.
Holly and Jeff Bratton

December 5, 2010

Emily. May God bless you and carry you and all of those who feel the pain and loss through this difficult time. Brad's big heart brought happiness to more people than he may have known. Juliet V. Edmundson (Birmingham, AL)

Heather Ruel

December 5, 2010

Emily-I wish words could express how much I'm thinking of you and your family! I didn't know your husband but sure could see from your photo's and postings that he was great guy! May his heart, smile and life live on within you and your children!

December 5, 2010

Emily, my heart is so heavy for you and your family right now. Brad was an amazing man. He had the biggest heart and lived life to the fullest. I will hold dear all the memories we made during this past year. I am here for you whenever you need me. I love you! Jody (McCalla, AL.)

Kristin Campbell Counts

December 5, 2010

Mr. Billy and family - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. May God bless you and bring you comfort.

David White

December 5, 2010

Brad was a good friend and trusted partner in the Motorola comunity and will truly be missed. My best to the Hinds family and God Speed.

David White
Radio Commcation Service
Sumter SC

Tara White

December 5, 2010

Brad was a special person. I spent alot of my younger days around him & his great family. I saw him about 6 months ago & he was so happy with hhis wife and son and talked about his daughter. He will be missed.

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