Bradley Allen
January 26, 2013
Bradley, 5, earned his angel wings on January 26, 2013 in Ankeny, Iowa. He is survived by his parents Chris and Angela Allen; brother; Elijah; sisters, Ashley and Brittney; grandma, Janet Hammond; grandpa and grandma, Jerry and Nancy Wion; uncle and aunt, Dean and Brandi Hammond; cousins, Matthew, Thomas and Nicholas Hammond; uncle and aunt, Scott and Nichole Hoffman; cousins, Keith, Karen, Maggie, Thomas and David Hoffman; and God Parents: Jeremy and Kim Easley and Heather Carew. He is preceded in death by his grandpa, Conley Hammond.
Bradley enjoyed playing Mario on his DS and on the Wii. He loved playing with his siblings and friends! Bradley has become a huge hero to so many people in his short life time. He was a true fighter and his family will continue to fight for a cure for Ependymoma brain cancer.
The family will greet friends from 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, January 31 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 517 SW Des Moines St. in Ankeny. Funeral services will be at 10 am, Friday, February 1, at the church with burial to follow at Ankeny Memorial Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be made to Community Choice Credit Union c/o Bradley’s Miracle Fund.
Online condolences to hamiltonsfuneralhome.com
Candy Ferris
01/30/2013
I have followed Bradley and your family for many weeks and have become very close to your family through my family, Drive Away Cancer.
So many thoughts are going through my head to say to you at this time, however, after losing a son myself, all I can say that I know is important is that I love you all. Hopefully one day this year I will be able to meet you. I will continue prayers from Texas!
Miracles WILL continue all over the world...Drive Away Cancer!
Judy Reynolds
01/30/2013
Bradley stole my heart as he did everyone's. What a special little hero that Jesus wanted him home in such a short time. He is pain free and happy now running and playing with all the other little angels. What a precious little guy. I pray for your family that you will find strength through this and remember, Bradley is looking down on all of you and smiling.
Mary McBride
01/30/2013
I also, did not know Bradley but have followed his story on Facebook and on his website. I have shed many tears along side your family and truly cannot even begin to understand the pain and loss you are feeling. However, your son has been an inspiration and hero to so many! I have to say his life, though short, was quite full of purpose! I know he is pain free in the arms of the Lord. You will see him again some day! Praying for you often...
Jenny Leonard
01/30/2013
I never did meet Bradley, but have followed his story on facebook for very long time. My heart broke when I saw the news that he had passed away. I hope your family finds quick peace in knowing that Bradley is no longer suffering. I will never forget Bradley. Such a brave, brave little man and a huge inspiration to everyone whose life he touched. Rest well, Bradley.....
Diane Cravens
01/30/2013
My heart goes out to your family at the loss of Bradley. I have followed your story on Carepages for over a year and feel as if I know all of you. As hard as it remember all the good things and the times Bradley made you smile-the pain won't ever leave but the memories will help ease that pain. Prayers for all of you.
Vicki B.
01/30/2013
I have followed Bradley's Story on fb also. I pray for your family. He will be missed, but never forgotten. Take care of each other now, and pray that one day the cure will be found so other children do not have to go thru what he did. He is in good hands of our father now.
P. McDaniel
01/29/2013
I have followed Bradley's story on Facebook and I believe you are a very strong, loving family. I pray the happy memories will fill your days as you begin the grief journey. Bradley is running with the angels. God bless your family.
Jami L.
01/29/2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family in this rough time. I did not know Bradley personally, but knew of his story.
Krissy Pittsburgh Pa
01/29/2013
That beautiful smile and twinkling eyes of your precious child will forever hold a piece of my heart. I did not Bradley but only from his story and courageous fight .I pray that God helps you all find comfort knowing he was indeed a miracle and a precious gift if only for a short time. My prayers for you will continue. Fly with the angels Bradley I will never forget you.
Dana & Regina Fleming
01/29/2013
"You are in my Heart" Having a child receive their wings is unimaginable. Please know that there are others who can help you walk through your pain and find the strength to guide you though your grief journey. May God be with you through this process as he has been through Bradley's illness.
Amanda Brcka
01/28/2013
My heart breaks for your family, I never met Bradley but through you I feel like one of his best friends. I know one day I will meet Bradley in heaven. Love to you all.