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Bradley was born in Memphis, Tennessee in the early morning hours March 20,1988 on the first day of spring to Miranda and Ray Jones. Throughout his life he represented his spring day birth with the way he carried himself. He was bright and full of sunshine and made sure those around him had sunshine in their lives too. Bradley was humble, talented and confident in his skills. At an early age he was unique in his behavior towards others with respect, compassion and dignity. Bradley was very polite and always a gentleman who was willing to put others first and himself last. Being extremely athletic as a youngster he played basketball, baseball, football and ran track. He was the leading scorer on his basketball team and was a fan favorite because of the fascinating dunks and block shots he performed most nights. Track was easy for him as he set school records in the 200 and 400 meter races while winning the District and Regional Championship. Sports was a natural part of his life, but, his spiritual life was the most important to him. He believed highly in the supernatural spirit and was a member of Temple of Deliverance Church of God in Christ where the world famous Bishop G. E. Patterson was pastor. There he worked as a Youth Greeter and in the telephone ministry. He diligently studied the Bible and had a gift to translate Bible stories with such passion and details that would make you feel he walked with Jesus and was there when they took place. He started out at Haywood High School but decided to change and attend Jackson Christian School where they received him with loving arms and became part of their family. After high school he was recruited to play basketball at Hesston College where he stayed for one year and transferred to the University of Memphis to pursue his degree and focus on his spiritual faith. Bradley could carry on a passionate conversation with anyone and Rev. Leroy Brent described him as a Local Bird With A Foreign Walk. Those who knew him understood what that meant because he was not a common man. However, on November 14, 2011 life forever changed for everyone who loved and knew him. It is only fitting that his life and legacy be a living example for others to be encouraged by.