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Abby Melinda Bradley Small passed on August 8, 2024 after courageously battling breast cancer for two years. Abby came roaring into this world on January 1, 1984 to Charles Frank Bradley Sr and Mindy Warenski Myers. She later gained two bonus parents, Thomas Kirk Myers and Julia Belote Bradley who would love her as their own. Abby was the oldest of seven siblings. Her six siblings, Kayla Marie Bradley, Ashley Diane Bradley, Taylor Kirk Myers, Amber Katherine Bradley, Brayden Thomas Myers (Ainsley Myers/Spouse), and Charles Frank Bradley Jr all remain living. Abby was the loving mother to Isla Grace Small. Abby is survived by her partner Thomas Jon Bala and his two children, Alexsandra Kadence Bala and Alexandre Thomas Bala, who looked up to her as a second mother.
Abby was creative, colorful, and full of life. She always wore bright eyeshadow and fun earrings and was the light of any party. She brought joy and sunshine wherever she went. Abby always looked for the positive and was frequently calling out the silver linings in life for those around her to recognize. Abby naturally saw the good in everyone and everything and could easily turn a negative situation into a positive one. Abby spent much of her life dancing and pursuing creative arts. She traveled the state performing and competing in jazz, hip hop, and ballet. Abby loved children and she was earning a degree in early education from Western Governors University where she was one year away from receiving her bachelor’s degree. She lit up when kids where around and she naturally and professionally cared for all children as if they were her own. Abby was an award winning event planner. She had a natural eye for making things beautiful and used that to help her costumers enjoy their important days.
Abby loved hippopotamuses, Coke Zero, Zumba, and trees. Abby has been an explorer living in Virginia, Washington, California, and Montana. She adapted easily to change and made friends wherever she went. Even through her struggles, Abby remained upbeat and rarely complained. Abby was one of a kind and was loved by anyone that came in contact with her. She was a fearless fighter, a positive example of love and acceptance, and a strong force of magic that will never be replaced. May you rest in peace Abby. Your memory will live on in all of us.
On behalf of Abby and her family, thank you to the many team members who helped Abby during the end of her life at both IMC and KPC Promise Hospital. Additionally, thank you to her many friends and family members that have loved her all throughout her life and continue to love her. A service will be held to celebrate Abby at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, on Friday August 16th at 2 PM. Dinner will be held at the LDS church 1478 East 8600 South at approximately 4:30 PM following the service. Please wear bright colors in honor of Abby.
To watch the service via zoom, please click on the tab above that says "Watch Service" or follow this link:
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Guestbook/Condolences
We loved sweet Abby and will miss her so much. All of our love, thoughts and prayers with the family and this most difficult time.
We send our love and deepest sympathy for your loss. The celebration in Heaven only partially comforts us at a time like this.
Kirk, Mindy and family. My deepest sympathies in the passing of Abby.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this extremely difficult time.
All my love,
Dorothy
xoxo
I am sorry for your loss, may you and your family get the strength to stay strong during this tough time.
Our deepest condolences for your loss.
God bless you.
We will forever be changed by Abby’s example of love for others and her spunky attitude. That makes us all happy. She was completely honest with you and encouraged others to be their best self. The world is a better place because of her presence and she leads us by her example still today.
Our heartfelt deepest sympathies for those who still have time here on earth without her.
May we find peace in knowing you are sharing your light in other ways and you are surrounded by others who love you too.
God bless you and your family until we meet again.
Help us to keep smiling.
Love the Palmer’s
Our thoughts and prayers with Abby and family today and always.
Hello,
I met your family while also at IMC. Meeting you, in what was probably the most difficult times of our lives, what such a blessing. The hugs in the hallway, the kind words, the tears - it was something that helped me navigate the most difficult situation. Thank you Abby, for sharing your family with me. You are a blessing to people you haven't even met before. All my love - Amber
For my friends Kirk & Brayden, I am so so sorry for your loss. Hold each other close while you come together with family. You guys are in my thoughts. What a beautiful peaceful place she must be in now, in perfect health.
I am so sorry for your loss. May god bless her soul. Prayers for your family.
Dear Kirk,
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your beloved daughter. Words cannot fully express the sorrow and grief that you must be feeling in this difficult time. Losing a child is an unimaginable pain, and my heart goes out to you and your family as you navigate through this profound loss.
Though her time with us was far too short, her memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
May you find comfort in the cherished memories you shared with her and the love and support of those around you.
With deepest sympathy
My deepest sympathies are with you during this difficult time.
I’m so sorry about Abby’s passing. She was a fighter and an inspiration to us all. May she rest in peace.
I have so many happy childhood memories of a summer of fun with Abby and Kayla. Splashing in the pool, making homemade snow cones, choreographing dances in our basements and lots of crafting. Abby’s projects always turned out way better than mine. She is a bright star and I am so grateful I got to share this time with her.