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Blake Bradshaw Obituary

LOCKE | Blake Lewis Bradshaw, infant son of Geoffrey and Amber Bradshaw, of Locke, passed away on April 20, 2012 at the Golisano Children's Hospital in Syracuse, after a courageous lifelong struggle. Born on July 27, 2011 in Cortland as the adored brother of Jade Bradshaw. He also leaves behind his paternal grandparents, Ronald and Laurie Bradshaw, as well as his maternal grandparents, John and Cheryl Pachai, and Randy (predeceased) and Stephanie Marshall. He is the nephew of Derek and Stephany Steger, Emily Marshall and Tyler Pachai and cousin of Melody, Myah, Madelyn and Mikah Steger. The family would like thank everyone for the prayers and concerns that they received during Blake's struggle, and wish to celebrate his life with receiving friends at the Groton American Legion from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 28, 2012. Funeral services will be private and held at the family's convenience. Condolences may be made on the guest book at www.zirbelfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Citizen on Apr. 23, 2012.

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Desiray Walton

May 1, 2012

Amber and Geoffrey so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to your and your family and close friends as you go through the difficult time. Here is a candle for you baby Blake

Erin Eaton

April 30, 2012

lighting this candle for Baby Blake ..Rest in peace sweet sweet babyboy .. My thoughts and prayers are with the Bradshaw family .. May god be with you all ``

John Bell

April 29, 2012

EVEN THO i NEVER KNEW ANY OF YOU, ANY DEATH IS PASSING IS HARD. BUT WHEN IT COMES TO A CHILD, IT MUST BE THE HARDEST. JUST KNOW THAT BABY BLAKE IS IN GOD'S HANDS & GOD'S HOME & HE WILL NEVER HAVE TO SUFFER ANYMORE.. MAY GOD GIVE YOU ALL THE STRENTGH TO GO ON & KNOW BABY BLAKE IS WATCHING OVER EACH & EVERY FAMILY MEMBER.

April 29, 2012

Sending strength and love to you all.

Cheryl Pachai

April 27, 2012

I am lighting this candle for my Grandson Blake,Because he is in a much brighter place now where there is no pain or suffering.I love you my little Buddy <3

April 26, 2012

Amber, Geoff, and Jade, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grief.

Squeak & Connie Mantey

April 25, 2012

Lorrie and Ron,
We are so sorry for the loss of your precious granson. I can't even imagine what you are all going through. We want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. If there is anything we can do, anything at all, please don't hesitate to ask..

Peggy Hudson

April 25, 2012

Amber, Geoff, and Jade, So sorry for your loss, Blake is a hero to so many.
Take comfort in knowing this. Love you all, The Hudsons

Denise Nye

April 25, 2012

I didnt have the privledge to meet your precious Blake but take peace that He taught Love comes in many ways ...

Gay Folts(Parmenter)

April 24, 2012

Ron and Laurie- Your cousins, the Parmenters, were very sorry to hear of your loss. You and baby Blake are in our thoughts and prayers. Sleep well little child.

Audrey Ryerson

April 24, 2012

Laurie & family... I am sorry to hear of the loss of your grandson.... may you find comfort in knowing that you are in many people's thoughts and prayers...

holly vittorio

April 24, 2012

Thank you for letting meet your wonderful family! Your son wa a hero in my eyes. you guys ar eas well. i dont know how iw ould make it through what you struggled with. god will guide you through everything you need. jus tseek him out and he will help you understand. Love Holly

Heather Howe

April 24, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. May baby blake rest in peace and may god be with you and yours. My prayers go out to the family. STAY STRONG!

Heather Howe

April 24, 2012

I'm so sorry for you and your familys loss. May he rest in peace, god bless you and yours.

Ellen O'Connor

April 23, 2012

Dear Laurie and Ron,
You have all been in my thoughts since I learned of Blake's struggle. I have always heard that there is nothing worse than losing a child, I am so sorry for Geoff, Amber, Jade and your entire family. Blake certainly fought hard. I hope it brings you some peace and solace to know that he no longer has to fight his battle. You will be in my thoughts.

Debbie Miller

April 23, 2012

Dear Laurie & Family,
I know each of you are hurting right now, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God embrace each of your hearts and give you strength and comfort.

tiffany star

April 23, 2012

All the love and prayers for ur family in this extremely difficult time. I can only hope the pain subsides sooner rather then later. U all will continue to b in my thoughts and prayers.

Jackie Cameron

April 23, 2012

So sorry to hear of your loss, you are all in my thoughts!! Baby Blake was an inspiration and I will truly think of him everyday!! Sending you love & hugs. <3 <3 xoxo

shannon price-smith

April 23, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss, your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Lori Mulvaney

April 23, 2012

Laurie,
My heart breaks for you, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Marielen & Dave Leonard

April 23, 2012

Bradshaw Family,
I was saddened to read of the passing of Baby Blake. My sympathy goes out to all of you and may you find strength in the coming days.

tara morgan

April 23, 2012

We are thinking of you and sending prayers and love- Tara, Will and Ariyan

cindy meddaugh

April 23, 2012

Words can not express how deeply sorry we are for your loss.sending our love & prayers your way. Cindy,Scott Meddaugh & family

Beth Szczepura

April 23, 2012

So sorry for your loss. I only knew of Blake through the hirschsprungs support group. What a brve little boy xxx My heart and love goes out to you all. With much love xxx

Pam Donovan

April 23, 2012

We are so sorry for your familys loss baby Blake is up with the angels now playing .My God Bess your family .Pam & Gene Donovan

Candy and Ramon Velazquez

April 23, 2012

My heart goes out to you and your family Amber.. Im so sorry for your loss..Sending prayers girl. Please let me no if you need anything..

April 23, 2012

my heart goes out to guys we are very sorry for your loss...krystal james richard

Cindy Zielinski

April 23, 2012

Ron & Laurie , Please pass on my prayers to Blake's parents. I am so very sorry to here about their loss. I've heard there is nothing worse than losing a child. Now your Little angel will be watching over all of you ! Just know he is at peace now and isn't suffering anymore .God Bless All of You ! Love Always & Forever , Your Cousin Cindy

jane

April 23, 2012

we are so sorry for your loss we only knew you through hirschsprungs sites and have never met you but our love and thoughts are with all of your family at this sad time xxxx

kelley hewes

April 23, 2012

my heart an prayers are with u all.. the hewes family bill,kelley,joe,kenzie,an dallas

April 23, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss, My prayers are with you and your family. If theres anything I can do please don't hesitate to ask. Janet Peckham Woodhull, NY)

April 23, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Blakes passing. He put up a good fight but God said he had enough and took him into his hands. He is in Gods hands now. No more hurting and suffering. He now is an angel and will watch over everyone that he knew. The family is in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Colleen Lombardi-Parmele

April 23, 2012

My heart breaks for you. I too lost a child and truly feel your pain. I'm praying for all.

The Harrimans

April 23, 2012

We are sorry for your loss and are praying for you as you grieve. You are a wonderful family and your little angel will always be remembered. We are blessed to have met him.

Sara Elliott

April 23, 2012

Geoff and Amber and Jade,
We are so sorry for your loss... Blake was a very special little boy! He is forever in the hearts of all of us! Love you guys!!
Sara and Bob

Crystal Palmer

April 23, 2012

Baby Blake, you are an Angel in Heaven. Look over mommy, daddy, and sissy and protect them. To the Bradshaws - I am so sorry for your loss. Let me know if you need anything and I will do my best to help.

Erin Eaton

April 23, 2012

~~Rip sweet baby blake ..such a strong little fighter from the start Fly high baby boy~~

Wendy Binns

April 23, 2012

Ron and Laurie I am very saddened to hear of the loss of your grandson. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Krystal Brown

April 23, 2012

Amber and Geoff ,
I am so very sorry for your loss! Nothing I can say ca. Erase the pain that this has caused you. I will continue to pray for you and your family! I pray that the Lord will wrap his arms around you and give you strength ! Love you all !

April 23, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss.Such a young innocent life. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Greg & Bea Bower

Amy (john s cousin) Carl (mccracken)

April 23, 2012

Amber, Geoff, Cheryl, and John, Im so sorry for your loss, if there is anything I can do please dont hesitate to ask. I will see you saturday at the benefit.

April 23, 2012

Prayers and best wishes for this wonderful family.

Stacey Dunks

April 23, 2012

Blake you are the biggest hero I know. God bless you all through your loss.

April 23, 2012

iam so sorry for your loss if there is anything we can do or you need please let us know i love you all very much love frank debbie and family

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