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The Kindred Family
October 4, 2019
Sending our continued deep sympathy. Daily may God and your loving memories bring some comfort to you. Bradley is still so missed and will not be forgotten.
Heide Krueger
September 12, 2019
How can anyone forget!!!?
Karen Vadas-Wagner
September 12, 2019
Wish I could have met you. My grandfather was from Connecticut also. This is a day I will never forget.
Karen Vadas Wagner
Tecumseh Michigan
Kris
September 12, 2019
A friend sent this on to me. Every flag had a name. People that werent even born when 9/11 happened remembering.
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Rhea
March 1, 2019
I didnt forget your birthday. This year its today 3/01 since 2/29 sorta shares today. Happy Birthday my friend.
Morgan Vadas
February 13, 2019
I visit your grave often. There's always acorns there. It's nice to know your friends visit you too. Love you always.
February 9, 2019
Brad, for years now, I've walked passed your grave almost daily. I see your dad stop by sometimes to clean up the family plot. Know that you'll never be forgotten.
Karen Vadas Wagner
September 13, 2017
Thought about you as I do every 9/11. Wish I would have had the time to meet you and your family. My grandfather and his family were from Connecticut also so we must be related somewhere down the line. On the week following 9/11, the Toledo Blade posted pictures of people who died in the World Trade Center and your picture came up. I was stunned because of your name and you look just like my son. I still haven't gotten over this and never will.
Heide Krueger
September 11, 2017
My thoughts are with you forever - Heide Krueger
April 16, 2017
RIP-IFY
Rhea S.
February 28, 2017
Happy Birthday Brad.
September 14, 2016
I never knew you nor your family, but I pray the Lord richly blesses your family and friends with unyielding peace - along with comfort from memories of love and laughter shared. Time forces us to move on - but I also pray you know you are never forgotten, thought about often - and obviously missed dearly by so many. Rest in peace. We will never forget
June 28, 2016
Think of you often.
Kris Daly (McFerren)
June 26, 2016
Haven't been here in a long time. Tom texted today. Then another friend texted from Jackson Hole. Figured you were making contact. It has been nice to read through some of these posts. You have had a profound effect on many that never knew you. You are definitely missed. My son started asking questions about 9/11 last year (he will be 7 this fall). One day I will share with him who you are. Right now he wouldn't understand that mommy was going to marry someone else before daddy. Anyway... much love as always.
February 29, 2016
Happy birthday
Giovanna Savolet
August 21, 2015
I didn't know Brad. I am a Brazilian teenager and I have to do a project about someone lost on 9/11 for my sociology class. I was given Brad's name and based on what I read he seemed like such a special person. My parents gave me a new cat for my birthday today and I named him Brad. It's a small tribute but now I will always have him on my mind. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friend as the 14th anniversary aproaches.
John Davies
March 27, 2015
I travel to NY at least once a year and have done so for the last 15 years or so . I love the city , the people and its history . On my last visit for whatever reason which I can't quite understand I decided to take a photo of the 9/11 memorial fountain feature and in particular the spot where Brad's name was showing . I really can't explain why . It is the first and only photograph I have taken of the site despite having visited at least some 15/20 times . On my return to the UK (Cardiff/Wales) I did some research on Brad . What a man. Great looks , great mind and obviouslly a great inspiration to all who were lucky to have met him . From a far away I raise my glass to you , and vow to try and make myself a better person each day in your memory . I am now in my 60's and thought there was little left that could have such an effect on me but Brad has . A special man .
Linda
February 28, 2015
Think of you. In our hearts and minds forever
Rhea Simmons
February 27, 2015
Wishing you a Happy Birthday tomorrow.
Moe Vadas
September 13, 2014
Oh how time flies, Uncle Brad. As I get older and the years pass, 9/11 seems to only get harder. I thought it would be a cool idea to take the train by myself down to NYC to see the memorial for the first time but as I got there, I realized I wasn't ready. I'm grateful for the kind NYPD who hailed my cab while I was crying. I must've looked crazy talking to you as I got lost on the walk from GCT over to the WTC. Anyways, I miss you every single day and you continue to be a driving force behind my success and you are my inspiration in my field of studies. You were so wonderful and I wish that I got to spend more time with you. I miss you, Mom misses you, Bradley wishes he knew you. I wish Bradley knew more about the man he was named after. Again, I love you to the moon and back and twice around the block. Rest easy, Uncle Brad.
Tammi Saunders
September 12, 2014
Praying for your family. I met Brad back in college when a group from Alabama went to visit New York City. Brad was so sweet and showed us around. Just happened to run across an old letter. Praying for your family. I can't imagine the grief they are going.
Rhea Simmons
March 3, 2014
Happy Belated Birthday.
Moe Vadas
March 2, 2014
I guess you hit "over the hill" on Friday, didn't you? Happy birthday, Uncle Brad. I celebrated with you so I sure hope you had fun! I miss you everyday and I love you even more than that. You are the drive behind my every day. You were loved and you still are - that won't ever change.
March 1, 2014
Hippo Birdie Deer ewe
November 27, 2013
Leslie Hoffstadt
November 27, 2013
I'm from Louisiana. I recently visited the 911 memorial with my daughter while we visited NYC for the first time. There are no words to describe the feeling/ emotions as we stood watching and listening to the water fall into the abyss. After returning from NYC I deicided to research the name on the memorial Shelly was drawn to. This is how I found this page & would like to share a very emotional photo of my daughter.
Austin
October 2, 2013
Brad, I have been following your story in its entirety as part of a school project. You seemed like a wonderful man and I would have been honored to have met you. I will never be able to comprehend your family's feelings on that terrible day, but my heart goes out to them and to you. Rest peacefully knowing that you have a caring and loving family down here that dearly misses you.
September 12, 2013
Today I drove by the Michigan International Speedway in SE Michigan. There are over 3000 American flags in memory of you and all the other Americans who lost their lives 12 years ago. Think of you a lot during the year. God Bless You.
Karen Vadas Wagner
September 12, 2013
Brad, I often past by your dad's old place in Norwalk and remember you. It was a start of an exciting friendship that shaped me in some forever. It was incredible how our paths crossed in so many unexpected ways. Clearly I am not the only one that had a life changing experience because of our friendship! That is a good thing! Like everyone else in this chain, I just wish you were here with us. You are so missed
Rhea Simmons
September 12, 2013
Yesterday you were here, 12 years ago. It's still horrible thinking about what happened. I only try to remember when you were alive & the happiness we shared. Prayers for you. I know we'll see each other again one sweet day. Much love to you my friend.
Steve Norbert
September 12, 2013
To Brad's dear family. I attended BC with Brad and very much loved his positive attitude, and awesome smile. I lost touch with him, but I was deeply saddened to hear he had passed in that senseless tragedy. I played quarterback for our dorm's flag football team and Brad could run like the wind, so he was great at burning by defenders and scoring TDs! He was a shining light on our hall and he had a great sense of humor. He was the envy of our hall with his charm and beautiful lady friends! God bless Brad, his family, and all who suffer because of that day.
September 11, 2013
I will remember you forever - rest in peace dear friend
Heide Krueger
September 11, 2013
Just thinking of you
Matthew McCullough
September 11, 2013
Remembering you and all the others. Rest peacefully. From Afghanistan, we'll never forget
Matthew McCullough
September 11, 2013
Thinking of you and all the others today and everyday, twelve years now. From Afghanistan, rest peacefully, we're still here and we'll always remember.
Moe Vadas
September 11, 2013
It's 2:35 AM on the east coast - it's been just about 12 years now since we had you, Uncle Brad. You are so very missed by so many people. I loved you and I still do. You mean so much to me - I am in college because of and for you. Your brother read names again at Sherwood Island and your beautiful nephew who carries your name read yours at the very end. I'm so proud of them both. You're in so many of my thoughts and prayers. I'm working hard at being the kind of niece you'd be proud of. It feels like just yesterday I heard Grandpa sobbing and sat in your house, not understanding the situation. Tonight, I pray to and for you - never forget, always remember. Love those who matter most, and love them fiercely. You never know how long you've got. You're an inspiration and I'm blessed to say you're my uncle. I love you forever and a day and my heart aches, especially today, knowing you are no longer in our presence.
Rhea Simmons
May 27, 2013
Memorial Day 2013, rest in peace.
Moe Vadas
April 30, 2013
Uncle Brad - I'm writing an autobiography for my human development class right now, and I just got to the point in my life where we lost you. Just thought I'd tell you that you were in my thoughts and prayers and that I love you. I can only hope that you'd be proud of me and the strides I've taken this year! I've certainly felt your presence lately and I miss you. Hope you're not causing too much trouble up there in Heaven. You were and continue to be a blessing. I love you.
February 28, 2013
Happy Birthday - or as I like to say Hippo Birdie Deer Ewe
January 22, 2013
Early morning here in Arizona on January 22, 2013. Was thinking of you. Went online to find all of these tributes to you. It brought me a feeling of happiness and sadness. Happiness that you had such a fulfilled life of so much goodness, and sadness that you are gone and unfulfilled your future and goals. I have always thought you would have been a terrific and loving Father. Wonder if little Brad would have had a big pile of clothes to pick from everyday? How you managed to look good in spite of your closet pile. No one could have pulled that off than handsome, fun loving you. I got a little peak into your life from family and friends. You were a character, loving, a good boyfriend and I am happy to have shared a little piece of your life.
We parted as friends and you will always, always, be in my heart. Julie Wallin-Kilbane
Moe Vadas
September 11, 2012
Hey, Uncle Brad. It's been eleven years, already! Today was the hardest day for a lot of people. It was the first year that I didn't get to visit your grave, and it felt strange. You're in my every prayer, and I miss you dearly. You are why I am where I am, and I am forever grateful - and I will never forget. I love you so so much, for always.
Karen Vadas-Wagner
September 11, 2012
The first thing this morning I thought of was you and all the citizens that died on 9/11. Your family and you are in my prayers.
Jon Schoen
September 11, 2012
Thinking of you today Brad. I will never forget you. We will never forget 9/11 and pray for all those families including yours that lost a loved on on that day. Rest in peace Brad.
Rhea Simmons
September 11, 2012
I'd give my life to have you here with me, alive and well, smiling. Having health, wealth and happiness and time to enjoy it all. Rest in peace my darling friend. Your missed so much.
Heide Krueger
September 10, 2012
Just a little thought
Rhea Simmons
May 28, 2012
Memorial Day always brings memories of you. I wish you so much love&prayers for your soul&spirit. May God's Angels surround you with peace&love always. Rhea&the fellows, we miss you always.
Morgan Vadas
March 7, 2012
Uncle Brad! I was just rereading through all the entries on here, and it never ceases to amaze me just how much people loved you, and how much they still do. I miss you every day, and there is nothing I do without thinking of you. You were a beautiful person, inside and out, and I love hearing stories about you. I wear your old Weston baseball jacket all the time. It's warm, and it says your name on it. When people ask who Brad is, I proudly tell them about you. I love you more than you can imagine, and you are the chief reason for where I'm going in life. I love you forever.
Moe
Heide Krueger
February 29, 2012
Just thinking of you
Rhea Simmons
February 29, 2012
Happy Birthday
Matthew McCullough
September 11, 2011
Dear Brad,
Just thinking of you and your family today. Ten years, how fast time passes. From being at Ground Zero right after the attacks, to my sister calling me to tell me you where there that day. To several tours overseas. Back to 1993 when Chris and I were in Southbury and found out you survived the first attack. Today, I find myself far from home again getting ready for another tour overseas. You and every one else that perished that day and all the friends and colleagues I've lost are on my mind. I just wanted you and your family to know that we'll never forget and we'll keep doing what we do so this never happens again.
Jon Schoen
September 11, 2011
Brad , I am thinking about you and your family on this this day. You were one of a kind! We miss you.
Morgan Vadas
September 11, 2011
It's been ten years already! I was seven, now I'm seventeen. As I've gotten older, it's become more difficult to deal with your absence. I miss you so much, and I can't thank you enough for everything you gave to my cousins and I, everything you left behind. I'll always love you, and miss you.
Heide Krueger
September 11, 2011
Just thinking of you - Heide
Sheri Caminiti (hebert)
September 10, 2011
Oh did I have a crush on you when I was a little girl. I was Jimmy Caminiti's little sister and I loved watching you play baseball with my big brother. I will always remember you as the cute blond guy that would wink and make a little girl feel important. I played softball because of you. Thank you...Sheri
Gordon Fulda
September 7, 2011
Hi Brad,
I didn't know you at all except for that one Sunday morning at the Compo Beach field. It was one of those great days for softball and I'd only played there once before. I was really psyched to play again and as I recall the game was really close. You came up towards the end of the game and blasted that HR over the left field fence - there was at least one baserunner and I think it won the game - can't really remember the details. What I do remember, though, is that you made it seem so effortless, almost like a foregone conclusion. You had that youthful, powerful stride as you ran around the bases like you were a ball player. Other ballplayers will know what I mean. The guys on my team were muttering your name as you ran - more out of awe than anything. Overall, it was a great day.
I've only recently felt that some good might come to tell this and I hope it brings pleasant memories despite the sadness.
I wish you all peace.
Rhea Simmons
May 4, 2011
May your soul have rest & peace my friend.
Morgan Vadas
May 4, 2011
Bin Laden is dead! It doesn't change the fact that you aren't here, but it offers closure at least. Love you forever!
May 2, 2011
Bin Laden is dead but it will never bring you back.
Karen Vadas Wagner
Manitou Beach
Chelsy Vento
March 28, 2011
I Love You Always & Forever!!! U ARE IN MY PRAYERS EVERY SINGLE DAY! Not 1 day goes by without u in my Mind heart & Soul!!!
Pete Collins
March 9, 2011
Miss ya pal
Rhea Simmons
January 1, 2011
Miss you.
Julie Kilbane
November 21, 2010
Hi Brad, Just thinking of you today with good thoughts and memories. We had some good times. I know you are well. Because you are in a great place with God.
kierra hawkins
September 14, 2010
hi i am sorry that u died u dont know me but iam sorry i am doing a project on u
Luisa DeDominics
September 11, 2010
Brad,
It was wonderful getting to share some of the college experence with you. Thinking of you and your family on this tragic day of remembrance.
Luisa DeDominicis
Tanya Coyle
September 11, 2010
Bradley,
You don't know me, we never met, but I sang the Mozart Requiem for you on September 11, 2002 as part of the "Rolling Requiem" to honour 9/11 victims. I sang it in London, ON, Canada! I am still very sorry for the loss to your family, fiancee, and friends.
Heide Krueger
September 11, 2010
Thinking about you
Heide Krueger
September 11, 2010
I have not forgotten
February 28, 2010
Happy un birthday
stephanie baker
December 25, 2009
Brad will always hold a special place in my heart. We did a lot of growing up together.
Morgan Vadas
December 19, 2009
Dear Uncle Brad,
I came across this guestbook on the internet, and was not surprised to see the amount of people who still thing about you often. You were a great person, though I saw you rarely. I wish I was able to spend more time with you. Thank you for watching over me and helping me be the safe healthy girl I am, I know you watch over our family. I'm fifteen now and a senior in high school. It's been so long since we lost you. I've been told I'm taking after you, with a lot of book smarts and very little common sense. I bet if you were still with us, we'd be very close. We visit with Grandpa Vadas and Grammy often, and they're doing well, though Grammy seems to lose her hearing aids quite often. Please watch over them, as I know they miss you very much. Thank you for all you've done for me and my family, it means the world to me. You're always in my mind and heart, and I miss you and love you very much. Keep out of trouble up there in heaven!
Love, Morgan.
Karen Wagner
November 13, 2009
Dearest Bradley,
After 9/11 our hometown newspaper, The Toledo Blade, randomly published pictures and stories from the attacks in New York, Washington,D.C. and Pennsylvania. When I saw your picture I thought I was looking at my son who was a senior in high school. My maiden name was Vadas and my family came from Hungary and settled in Conneticut. I think of you often and wish none of this had happened.
Karen Vadas Wagner
Rhea Heminokeky-Simmons
November 3, 2009
Dearest Brad, hope all is well. The holidays are just around the corner and your in my thoughts. Praying for you and missing you.
Friends always, Rhea
Mark Neubauer
September 11, 2009
Thinking of you
Heide Krueger
September 11, 2009
Just thinking of you
Rhea Heminokeky-Simmons
September 10, 2009
Dearest Bradley Hodges Vadas, I wish the date of September 10th could have always stayed frozen in time then the day of September 11th would not exist. You would then still be here being the wonderful person that everyone loves. God wanted your smile, laughter, knowledge & beauty near it's source-in Heaven with God. Your picture is the one all my guests, friends & family see first when they enter my home. I pray for you everyday & I know you are in a great place of love & peace. You are missed & loved so much. Your friend forever. Rhea Heminokeky-Simmons
"For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal." 2Cor 4:18
Doug Abraham
February 28, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
Kristi Stafford
September 11, 2008
You and your family are in my thoughts.
CHRIS VADAS
September 11, 2008
BRAD,
I AM THINKING ABOUT YOU AND YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. BRADLEY IS ALMOST SEVEN YEARS OLD AND MORGAN IS IN HIGH SCHOOL. THEY'RE GETTING BIG. DENISE IS VERY BUSY. WE JUST HAD OUR FOURTEENTH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY. WE MISS YOU. I JUST SPOKE WITH DAD AND HE IS KEEPING BUSY. I SPEAK WITH HIM ALMOST EVERY DAY.
LOVE YOUR BROTHER CHRIS.
Heide Krueger
September 11, 2008
My thoughts are with you always
Reed Freeman
September 9, 2008
Bradley V.:
I've spent most of the past 4 years in Afghanistan; I think of you often. We hold a memorial over here on each 9/11. On these occasions, I pray for you brother.
Sincerely, Reed.
Happy Birthday
Michael iezzi
February 29, 2008
Bradley,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
A loved one lives forever in the hearts of those who cared.
A loved one lives forever in the memories that were shared.
Heide Krueger
February 28, 2008
just thinking of you
Doug Abraham
February 28, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
Mark Neubauer
January 23, 2008
Brad:
We all still miss you and think of you often.
God bless.
Nadine Kuck
January 7, 2008
Dear Kris,
I was reading a book bout the 9/11. In one side I saw this simple letter....named Brad. And it brought tears in my eyes, as I was reading, what wonderful words he has sended you on the mailbox. I don´t know you, but it seems to me, that the true love was found. It´s not my way to judge about this and this siutation. But I know how it is to loose someone you really love.
I will pray for you and Brad. Hope you will find some peace some day. God has reached his hand on him.
I will pray, lovely greetings
Denise Vadas
November 22, 2007
It's Thanksgiving! Can barely keep track of all I am thankful for. We're headed to Mom's this year, so be sure to keep Dad company, as I know he gets very lonely. What do you think of the kitten? Very cute. Everyone has their own way of coping, and we do the best we can. We miss you and think of you every day as you continue to watch over us and help keep us safe.
Peace be with you, Denise
Heide Krueger
September 11, 2007
My thoughts are with you - Heide
ANNA TZEMPETZI
September 11, 2007
I DIDNT KNOW YOU UNTIL I READ YOUR NAME AT THE VICTIMS SITE.
I AM SO SAD ABOUT YOUR LOSS.
GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND REST YOU IN PEACE.
ANNA
P Tabbernor
April 4, 2007
In memory....
Michael Iezzi
February 28, 2007
Bradley,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Heide Krueger
February 28, 2007
Even though this is not a 'Leap Year' I am thinking about you.
Cristina Miller
November 6, 2006
Dear Brad,
I'm not sure why I'm thinking of you today. My mom is very sick and I'm frightened, and the truth is I've been thinking about Heaven a lot lately, and about those I've known who are there now - who will be there when the inevitable comes. So I felt the need to read about you and somehow make contact.
I remember being 8 years old (and many years after) living in Weston on High Acre Rd. I remember like it was yesterday, playing with you, Melissa and Chris and the DeMarco girls who lived next door to you on Joanne Lane. We used to play in your playhouse and swim in your pool, play kickball and spud. We all had crushes on you and you were so cute and kind to all of us. Funny, warm..even as a young kid. Then you grew up to be a smart, fun-loving man-child who could charm just about anyone. Still so funny and warm with those twinkling eyes. Always up for a good time at Backstage or wherever. Able to laugh at yourself and others, never too serious, always a little mischievious. I remember how close you and Kevin McCaffrey were in middle school. I wonder where he is now? Then later Matt, Tom G. became part of your crew in HS. We used to call Tom "Fonzie" he hated that! I remember you had such a crush on my little sister, Colette. You were so funny hoping I would help your cause...making me give you tips and little tidbits of info. hoping it would help you win her over, too funny.
As fate would have it, Maryanne (DeMarco) O'Connor lives in my town of Easton and we have become the best of friends once again (did you have anything to do with that??) and we talk about you all the time. You were her first true love.
The world misses you, Brad, but your memory and love will live forever with your family and friends. My heart breaks for your Mom and Dad but I know they find comfort from the love and support from people and the memories they will always have to cherish. You brought them an amazing amount of joy during your lifetime.
This sounds odd to say, and in no way implies that you were meant to die in that awful tragedy, but heaven is truly lucky to have someone like you. My Mom may be joining you very soon, Brad. I'm sure when she sees those twinkling eyes of yours, you'll say something witty and charming to make her smile...
Cristina (Piscitelli) Miller
Carol Anne Wall
September 11, 2006
To the family and friends of Brad Vadas:
I was privileged to write a small tribute to Brad on one of my blogs, through the project "2,996". What a great guy!
I send you all my thoughts and prayers on this day of remembrance for Brad. I wish you peace.
Denise Vadas
September 10, 2006
Five years...Where does the time go? Braces are on, kindergarten has begun, and 12 years of wedded bliss are under the proverbial belt today. For the first time in a long time, things finally look like they're headed in a positive direction. I know you watch over your brother and I as we begin this new chapter. Everyone is so proud of him. Perserverence has been a challenge and faith has been neccessary, but what a blessing it has all been. Thank you for pulling whatever strings you could get your wings on!
I keep picturing your nephew as he places a flower on the stone at Sherwood Island that bears his own name; The name of a man he never knew. There is a feeling of sorrow that the need for the stone exists, but I can see Chris glowing with pride as he tells his son about his own big brother.
We love and miss you every day.
Denise
Kris McFerren
September 2, 2006
Five years since you were taken from us. So much has changed yet so much remains the same. You are missed dearly in so many ways.
I will be in Ireland for the anniversary, I think you would have liked that. And, thank you for sending Brendan my way....... I know you played a role in that one!!!!
Big Hug !!!! xo xo
Heide Krueger
August 23, 2006
Just thinking of you again.
Heide
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