Steven P. Bradford

Mar 17, 2016 | Obituaries, Obituaries 2016 | 26 comments

Steven P. Bradford, 23, passed away March 14, 2016. A Celebration of Steven’s Life will be held 1:30 PM Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at Unity Temple on the Plaza, 707 W. 47th St, Kansas City, MO. (816) 561-4466.
Steven was a very talented artist, beat music composer, loved his family and animals, and had a heart of gold.

Steven leaves behind his parents, Steve and Nancy Bradford: stepfather, Nick Iqbal: grandmother, Barbara Ackerman: sister, Shelli Shane (Bob) of Warrensburg, MO.: brother, Michael Bradford of St. Petersburg, FL.: aunts, Sherry Ritz (Joe) of Leawood, KS., Jackie Cunningham (Mike) of Boerne, TX., Tamara Maichel (Ed), and Linda: uncle, Jason: cousins, Scott, Candice (Clint), Mya, Jeremy and numerous loving relatives. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Bill Ackerman and his favorite dog, Chloe.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to Wayside Waifs or your local animal shelter.

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steve schieszer

7 years ago

I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Linda

7 years ago

Dear Steven – I love and miss you already. I look forward when we meet again. It will be so much better. In the meantime, you have fun with Grandpa, Lil Eddie, Aunt Evelyn and Ed G. Love Aunt Linda

Keith Ranney

7 years ago

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Steve.

Libby Troxel

7 years ago

Steve and family,

We are so sorry to hear of this news. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

We hope that your tears now will be replaced with smiles soon, as you remember all the beautiful times you shared with Steven.

We wish you peace and comfort.

Love, Libby and Danny

Francie Hall

7 years ago

I pray that you find solace in memories of shared happiness.

Sharon Blank

7 years ago

Loving thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
So sorry for your loss.

Sheila Madden

7 years ago

Dear Steve,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Linda Buchner

7 years ago

Prayers and healing and big virtual hugs are headed your way. My heart hurts for your heart. ?

Jim & Dawn Vaughn

7 years ago

Thoughts & prayers will be with all of his family. Bless you all, and bless Little Steve

marilyn

7 years ago

My hope Steve is that one day soon you will find the peace you deserve.You give so much of yourself to all you come in contact with. You provide me with strength many days by your very presence.

taylor oconnor

7 years ago

Steve I am so very sorry. I hope you feel the support of so many who care for you

taylor oconnor

7 years ago

Steve Im so sorry to hear this. I hope you will feel comforted from so many who love you

Jan Thompson

7 years ago

In this tough time in your life may our friendship, and heartfelt condolences bring you comfort. We are here for you do not hesitate to reach out during this difficult time.

Tamara Maichel

7 years ago

Dear Steven,

I have so many fond memories of us spending time together. I so wish we could of had more time. You are such a gifted young man with your art and music. Now you get the chance to share your gifts up above. I will always think upon the beautiful soul you had on earth, and now I know your beautiful soul is with our loving family members that have past, along with our past friends. I love you dearly sweet man.

Judy Ferrell

7 years ago

Dear Nancy and Steve and family,

Our deepest and sincerest sympathy for the loss of your son, Steven. Life is not always fair and hard to understand when we lose someone so dearly loved. Steven was a talented artist, loving son, spirited young man who loved his family and friends and of course his animals. Our hope is that your memories of your dear son will bring you peace and joy in the days to come and we pray for peace and comfort for today and each and everyday. God Bless Always,

The Ferrell Family – Jon, Judy, Jessica and Emily

Sonya Ulrich

7 years ago

Steve

Sorry for the loss of your beloved son. Prayers to you and your family.

Sonya & Lizzie Ulrich xx

Hailee Larson

7 years ago

Steven was an amazing friend of mine, he was there for me in times no one else was, and I’ll always engender the good times we had with him and our friends. I’m heart broken over all this and my heart goes out to his friends and family as we all process his passing. I’m gonna miss you Steven, love you man.

Hailee Larson

7 years ago

Steven was an amazing friend to me and to so many others, I’ll never forget all the great times we had with us and friends, he was a wonderful and talented man with an array of talents, my heart goes out to all his friends and family, he deserved a long life, and I’m heart broken that we have to go about our lives without him, but he will always be with us and will never be forgotten. You will always be in my heart Steven, I’m really gonna miss you. Love you man.

Ben Schloegel

7 years ago

Steve,

I just heard this news and I am so sorry and heartbroken for you and your family. Words escape me but I hope you know that you are loved by many. Please call if there is anything at all I can do. You and Jr. will be in my thoughts.

Nick

7 years ago

Steven I love yu forever dawg yu my fam ima miss yu bro

karen

7 years ago

Steve,

I am so sorry for your loss. You are such a lighthouse to many of us with your strength and wisdom. My prayers are with you.

karen

Tom Leonard

7 years ago

Steve
I’m very sorry for your loss. You’ve been a source of strength for many people. I hope you are able to get the same gifts from us in this difficult time that you have given to so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely
Tom Leonard

Josh York

7 years ago

Steve, you were a good artist and a good friend of mine. It really sucks you left so early.

Joe Still

7 years ago

Sorry I missed the service, Steve. Your son’s photo hit me hard. Such a handsome young man. I know you loved your youngest son.

Steve Bradford

6 years ago

Thank you all for your kindness and prayers to help us through this difficult time. Steven will be missed by so many that love him but he will never be forgotten.

Leah Wards

6 years ago

What a beautiful, kind spirited and talented young man. The world is a better place because you were in it, Steven. May you find your rest and peace, now. You are loved by so many, and you will be missed. You were the cutest little boy, with those brilliant bright blue eyes, and darkest lashes. You will never be forgotten. Love you.

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