Sierra Lynn Bradley

1998 - 2016

Sierra Lynn Bradley obituary, 1998-2016, Wilmington, NC

BORN

1998

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Coble Funeral & Cremation Service at Greenlawn Memorial Park

1155 Shipyard Blvd

Wilmington, North Carolina

Sierra Bradley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 2, 2016.

Sierra Lynn Bradley
9/20/1998-1/31/2016

Sierra went to be with our Lord and Savior the morning of January 31, 2016.

She is survived by her parents, Troy and Denise Schultz Bradley, her sister, Jessica Bradley and her Grandparents, John and Sandra Schultz, all of the home; her Aunt Sheila Schultz Scherer (Gene), cousins Talon, Shalee, and her son Tristan; Aunt Deborah Schultz Raborn (David) of Shelby, NC, cousins Kelly Christine Schultz (David) and their children David, Christine and Thomas; John Schultz and wife Krista of Lawndale, NC and their children Kaylei and Andi-JO (AJ); Brittany Schultz Dobbins (Josh) and their son Jeremiah. Sierra has many more family, friends, cousins, Aunts and Uncles across the world who love her dearly. She will be dearly missed by her soulmate, Evan Long.

Sierra loved her entire family and had a special bond and closeness with her Grandpa and her cousin John, whom she loved going to the mountains to visit. She was a very protective big sister to Jessica.

Sierra was full of life and energy and wise beyond her years. She loved little kids and to give all of her little cousin's affection when she could. She loved softball, skateboarding and shopping any chance she got. She spent the better half of four years in NJROTC and volunteering her time with numerous community service events. Sierra was a marksman in Precision Air Rifle and was the Junior Olympic Gold Metalist in NC and still holds that title, something that she as well as family and her friends were extremely proud of.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, February 6, at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service. The family will receive friends from 10-11, prior to the service.

Sierra will always be loved and forever missed by all that knew and loved her; 17 years was not nearly enough. Fly My Beautiful Baby, for you are forever free.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that monetary donations be made to support the final expenses for Sierra by visiting www.gofundme.com/bhmnerp8

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March 24, 2016

Hannah Faircloth

Sierra, I love you and I miss you like crazy. Thank you for 12 years of friendship- I am so glad you were my first best friend all the way back in 1st grade. I'm thankful that I got to grow up with you and Jess- I just wish you were still here to continue to grow with us. You'll always be my best friend- you'll never have to walk alone. Fly high and rest easy, I love you "muffin"

March 24, 2016

Sheila & Gene Scherer

To My Sierra,
As you are now on new adventures off this earthly plane, I am holding out faith that you now feel more love than you ever felt before and left all the pain behind.. I know it wasn't easy to walk in your shoes.. We were and have always been so very amazed and proud of all your accomplishments. Just know that we were so blessed to have you in our lives for what little time you were here, Sierra. We lift you up in prayer to power up your warrior wings now. You were my unsung hero, you were never alone. You will forever be in our hearts. Watch after the family.. Fly High, Baby Girl! We MISS YOU and We Love You Beyond!
Aunt Sheila & Uncle Gene (and Talon, Shannon, Shay, and Tristan) ..
PS.. I got that peacock feather tattoo that you wanted me to get!! ;-)

Posted by Sheila & Gene Scherer

March 24, 2016

Cheryl Ganey

Sierra you were a beautiful person. You cared for so many. You are missed so much by my kids and me. You were like a niece to me even though we didn't talk much. You were close to Bianca so that made you part of my family. My kids looked up to you and they think about you daily. We still can't believe your gone. It seems so unreal. It's not the same without you here. We miss your smiling face. You were so good to my kids and meant alot to Rayne. You were a beautiful angel and your flying high now. Hope to see you in heaven one day. Love you.

March 24, 2016

Sheila Scherer

Posted by Sheila Scherer

March 24, 2016

Tristan Scherer

To Sierra,
Thank you for teaching me how to skateboard and showing me your tricks, and for the skateboard you gave me. Thanks for playing basketball with me and teaching me to ride your scooter. I always had fun with you and on the sleepover, and when you sang karoake with me at Christmas, and playing video games and watching Scooby Doo on TV, too! It meant so much to me for you to come to my Karate Tournament and buying the headband for me! I was very happy and proud that day. Thank you for being a part of my life. Please watch over me and my family. I love you and I miss you.
Your Cousin, Tristan Scherer

Posted by Tristan Scherer

March 24, 2016

Becky Goodfellow

Hey beautiful, it's still so hard to believe that you are no longer here. It all still feels like a really bad nightmare that we all hope to wake up from one day and you will be here with all of us again. You are and always will be truly and greatly missed and loved by so many. I know that you want people to move on with our lives but it's just so hard to do knowing that we don't have you here to brighten up our days with your beautiful smile. You have touched so many of us just by being you and loving and giving all that you have had. I will always love and miss you, we all will. You are free now and our guardian angel, fly free and fly high beautiful. Till I see you again. I love and miss you bug! !

March 23, 2016

Sable Bird

Hey Sierra I know you're looking down on us. I am so thankful I got to know you. And I hope to see you in heaven one day. I love and miss you alot.♡

March 23, 2016

Bianca Goodfellow

Hey beautiful I miss you. This still doesn't seem real. I know you're happy and free. You're greatly missed. I know youre Watching over us. I have all of our memories and they feel like they were yesterday. I love you and I miss you

Fly high beautiful
Forever our angel.

March 23, 2016

Pat Wheeler

Sierra, you will be greatly missed. I loved watching you grow into a strong and dependent young lady. I will miss you and cherish the memories I have of you. May your wings soar in heaven as you watch over your family and friends.

February 10, 2016

Maureen Schnadelbach

I am so sorry for your loss, may God be with you and the family in these hard times. I love you

February 10, 2016

Lisa, Jim, Lauren & Brianna Halstead

Troy, Denise, Jessica and the rest of your family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God wrap His loving arms around all of you in hopes that He may bring you comfort during this difficult time in your lives. There are truly no words that can ease your pain. Our hearts go out to all. Please know that we are here for you! We loved Sierra deeply and we were so blessed to have her in our lives. She was such a beautiful young lady with a beautiful soul who touched so many with her kindness, her laughter, her spirit, and so much more! We will treasure all the wonderful memories we made with her and your family! Rest in Paradise Sierra! Fly high and watch over your family and friends sweet girl!

February 10, 2016

MISTY FAYE SELL

Sierra, I pray that you're dancing with the Angels, Surrounded by Heavenly Sky.
Where your beautiful smile shines brightly.
And there's never a need to cry.
I pray that you are free now from all worry and free from pain.
And that you cannot help but smile, each time we speak your name.
I know your parents had so much to say, and some day they'll have that chance.
Until that day, we all hope and pray , That in Heaven,
We hope you dance.! I love you my sweet beautiful cousin. Never stop shining.

February 10, 2016

Pat Wheeler

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am here for all of you.

February 8, 2016

Mommy, Daddy & Jessica

Sierra, My Beautiful Angel, Where do I begin... Heartbreak, Sadness, Confusion, Loneliness don't even begin to sum up the pain I feel all day every day... Even through the smiles of Encouragement I try to give others... half of my heart died that day... as if I felt it shrivel and quit beating. it's a pain hard to describe... almost as if one lung now is all that works instead of two. one eye now only sees the world and only one ear can hear anything anymore. Half of me died that day. My memory... Trying to remember who was there and who I didn't get to see even though I tried my very best to be strong. I've screamed in agony, I've cried in what little sleep I could manage, and ive just been in a cloud or a daze.. I keep asking Why... I'll never understand, But I do know and believe That you ARE in a better Place, you ARE free from the Pain and you ARE watching over all of us today. The Family Service was Difficult, your Celebration of Life was Just the way you planned it. Colorful and allowing your peers to speak the truth of how they were feeling and they were all told to share one positive Memory of you. Some of them shared the bitter truth even if it wasn't so great of things they did. It was a healing process and they all just wanted you back.. they wanted you here. They can't understand and will now have to find the strength in each other just as Daddy and I, Jessica, Gma and Gpa will have to do, along with John, Krista, Evan and Everyone else. Nutt hasn't been the same either without you. I miss being able to ask you about your days, even tho your answer was always the same, "Good". I miss our Flutter Snuggles. I miss your Determination, Your Spirit and your Spunk. Your Beauty Your Selfies I miss it all. I find myself suffering sometimes from the Evan syndrome of Swallowing when its to hard to talk and when you're trying to stay strong amidst the horror. I can see you looking at the Colorado Rockies with Lauren next to you and one song comes to mind now... Go Rest High on that Mountain Baby Girl Your work on Earth is done, Go to Heaven a shouting, Love for the Father and the Son. Daddy, Jessica and I miss you and love you as does Everyone Else. I found my Rock.

February 7, 2016

Kayla Gibson

I didn't know Sierra that well but the first time I met her I could tell she was a very special person she was such a beautiful young woman. My thoughts and prayers are with your family

February 6, 2016

I cannot imagine what you guys are going through, but you are ALL in my prayers. Sierra had many special friends and I just pray they all embrace one another during this difficult time.

GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

Tracy Kuney (Dylan Otis/Jacob Kuney's mom)

February 6, 2016

Tanya Parker

As a parent of a child who knew Sierra, my heart breaks for everyone . There are no words to take away your pain and loss. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers . Truly my heart aches for you because I am a mother too .

February 6, 2016

Laurie Ledet

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

February 6, 2016

Ida Harris

My love and prayers are with you all(Former Paraeducator at MCW).

February 5, 2016

Anita Long

Denise, we are very sorry for your loss. Sierra will be missed by many. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

February 5, 2016

Jo Chambers

I don't pretend to understand why such a tragedy as this; however, I've been here before & you would think I understand. Sierra is a beautiful person with a smile that can light up a room. She has created memories that will never be forgotten. May your hearts heal knowing that others loved her & saw her as you would want them to. She will be greatly missed. I am so very sorry for your loss.

February 4, 2016

cameron finley

Sierra u where the heart and soul of our unit in (NJROTC)where ever you are you will always be with us

February 4, 2016

wendy wright

I have been with you since the day you were born , I was so very honored to be In your life.You will forever be in my heart ,I love you

February 4, 2016

Velva Riggs

Even though Sierra and i hadn't talked to each other since elementary school, i always looked up to her and rooted for her from afar. And I still will, my prayers and thoughts are with the Bradley for as long as they need them

February 4, 2016

Jane Scherer

Shelia, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. God Bless you all at this time.

February 4, 2016

Jimmy Weldon

Tragic. There are no words.

February 4, 2016

Anna Lambert

I am so sorry for your loss. Sierra will forever live in our memories and in our hearts. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

February 4, 2016

Kevin Randall

Sierra was an excellent student, and an amazing person. She will be missed dearly, and may your family and love prevail.

February 3, 2016

S. Dillon

We are so sorry for your loss. May God's love comfort you in this time.

February 3, 2016

Abby and Theresa Cozart

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

February 3, 2016

Sue Jeffries

Dear Bradley Family,
I am so sorry for your loss of Sierra. She was such a beautiful young lady.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God grant you Peace at this time.

Love,
Sue Jeffries
MC Williams front office

February 3, 2016

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Ed Dominowski
(Former Asst. Principal at MCW)

February 3, 2016

Barbara Johnson

TENDERLY
May time heal your sorrow
GENTLY
May friends ease your pain
SOFTLY
May peace replace heartaches
And May Warmest Memories Remain.

Troy please know you and your family are in my heart and prayers!!

Rest in Peace Beautiful Sierra!

Love,
Barbara

February 3, 2016

Sandi & Ron Fowler

Denise, Troy, Jessica and Family ... Our Hearts break for your loss. Sierra was an Amazing Young Lady. I was always thrilled by her hugs whenever she greeted me. We Pray that you all find Peace in your 17 short years of Memories ...

February 3, 2016

Elaine Brown

So sorry to learn of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go,out to you.

February 3, 2016

Blair Deen

Sierra was such a sweet, caring, funny, and beautiful young lady. She was a pleasure to have in the classroom and an amazing friend to so many. She certainly will be missed!

February 3, 2016

David Foster

To the Bradley Family, I am deeply saddened to hear of this news. Please know how I admired your daughters love for others and that gift she gave so many. She was a determined young lady, and I pray those loving memories will be those that are lasting for you. My very deepest condolences go out to you.
Very Sincerely,
David Foster (Ret. NJROTC Inst.)

February 3, 2016

Debbie Jones

My love and prayers are with you all.

February 3, 2016

Shelly Wilkie

Denise! I am so very sorry for your loss.

February 3, 2016

Sean O'Connell

I can only express how very sorry Liam and I are for your loss, in the times I got to see Sierra through ROTC I found her to be a very special young lady and a dedicated leader, know that she is with God, your Angel has her wings and you will see her again oneday, Sean and Liam O'Connell

February 3, 2016

Dorothy/Annie Macciola

Our hearts break for your loss. Please know that your family is in the thoughts and prayers of many, including ours. Annie was in NJROTC last year and thought so much of Sierra. She will definitely be missed.

February 3, 2016

Larry and Beth White

Bradley Family, so sorry for your loss.Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry and Beth White
(Former MCW Data Manager)

February 2, 2016

Donn Kelly

I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with the family. You have my deepest sympathy. She is now with the Lord and savior.

February 2, 2016

Missy Bowden

I am very sorry and sad for your families lose... Please know y'all are in our thoughts and prayers

February 2, 2016

Mimi Harris

Denise and Troy: So terribly sorry that Sierra has left your earthly home but may you find comfort that she is in her heavenly home. Have faith that you will see her again. May God comfort you and give you strength to persevere through this most difficult time. Praying for you.
(From a former ROTC Mom)

February 2, 2016

Nelson Galan

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family for their heart breaking loss. My most heartfelt sorrow and deepest sympathy.

February 2, 2016

Keely Wojtylak

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I share your pain, but take comfort that our loved ones are now in God's loving and merciful arms and they have an unhampered view of the love we have for them on this earth. May God's peace surround your hearts now and forever...

February 2, 2016

Rosemary Martinez

I am so sorry for your loss. Sierra will be missed by many. She will always be in our hearts. Thoughts and prayers for all the family.

February 2, 2016

Register and Goldsmith Family

Sierra was a beautiful and bright young lady; she was a natural leader with such poise and confidence. This is how we will always remember her. May she rest now with Our Lord in heaven and dance with His angels. God bless and keep you all.

February 2, 2016

Shannon Blankenbeckler

Please know that your family and friends are in my prayers. So terribly sorry for your loss. (Jordan Blankenbeckler 's mom)

February 2, 2016

JoAnn Schettig

Our prayers and love are with you.

February 2, 2016

Donna Hartlaub

My heart aches for you tonight. Praying for your entire family and Sierra's soul to be forever by Gods side. I remember her smile from her days at MCW and couldn't believe how grown she was when I ran into your family last year. Much love!

February 2, 2016

Hope Hoan

My Thoughts and prayers are with The Family and Friends of Sierra, May God give you wings to fly Sierra..

February 2, 2016

Lorell Pait

Debbie - I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your niece. My prayers are with you and your family.
Lorell Sneeden Pait

February 2, 2016

sheila Blackburn

My Thoughts and Prayers are with the entire Family at this time. My God hold Sierra in his arms and give her the wings to visit your dreams.
Much Love,
Sheila Blackburn

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