David Bradford

Mr. Bradford: I met Ellis in the 9th grade and he became my best friend after a very good friend of mine had left the state. He was one of the most wonderful young men I had ever met among all the school clicks and expectations. He was a breath of fresh air. When all of us were pursuing popularity and places of influence, Ellis always said 'just be yourself'. He kept me grounded and always made everyone else feel more important than he, when HE was really our LEADER. He made us focus on...

Dear Mr. Bradford, Michelle, John, Amy, and Family,
I do not have words to express the shock of Ellis' passing. He was a "very special boyfreind" ever since we met in GA and he really enjoyed coming to Miami. I know he is with Myra, who I hold in a special place in my heart and memories. My sincere condolences and if you need to talk please call me at (305) 776-0871.

Dear Mr. Bradford, Michelle, John, Amy, and Family,
My words can not express the shock of Ellis' passing. He has been a "very special boyfriend" ever since we met in GA. He really enjoyed coming to Miami too! I know now he is with Myra, who I have missed everyday since her passing. There is a special space in my heart that will always belong to him and my prayers are with you and yours. If you need to talk (305) 776-0871. All my love, Effie

I am Ellis father, its took some time to compose myself to express my feelings for Ellis- its still not time- but after reading some of the entries- he was so loved by so many. God bless you all.

Mary Anne Lynn
1351 Langford Lane
Perry Fl.32347

My thoughts and prayers are with entire Bradford Family.

David, It was sad to here of your loss.
Our thoughts and prayer are with your family.

Chester J Taylor

To the Bradford family and friends of, please accept my condolences on the passing of Ellis. I knew him through other friends; especially my best friend, Rebecca Lynn Voiles. He always made me laugh and was very personable; someone who will always be remembered with fondness. Let faith and trust in God the father assure you all that we will be together again one day. Blessings to each and everyone of you.

I am absolutely shocked and saddened by this news. We will be praying for all of you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dana Dickens Dykes (GA)