Bradley Lowery has passed away (7/7/17)

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:47 pm

Just seen this message from the family

My brave boy has went with the angels today 07/07/17 at 13:35, in mammy and daddies arms surrounded by his family.

He was our little superhero and put the biggest fight up but he was needed else where.

There are no words to describe how heart broken we are.

Thank you everyone for all your support and kind words.

Sleep tight baby boy and fly high with them angels

Belgianclaret · Post by **Belgianclaret** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:49 pm

RIP brave lad - heartbreaking to see such young kids suffer

Lots of strength to his parents, I think I couldn't cope with losing one of my kids

IndigoLake · Post by **IndigoLake** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:52 pm

Rest in peace, Bradley. What a brave little lad and what an inspiration to others in the way he lived life with a smile on his face.

Midmoorclaret · Post by **Midmoorclaret** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:53 pm

Made me cry reading that but a release for all the anguish the family have had. May you rest in peace brave little chap.

MACCA · Post by **MACCA** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:53 pm

Very sad news, we all knew it was coming, but such was his fight you didn't want to believe it.

You have shown courage beyond your years, and touched so many hearts across the nation, rest in peace little fella x

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:53 pm

I really don't know what to write to be honest. I know his pain and suffering are over but this is so unbelievably sad and my thoughts are with his mam and dad, his family and their friends right now.

This brave little boy has united football in these last few months and we've all seen his relationship with Jermain Defoe and the other Sunderland players.

Cancer really doesn't have any colours.

Bless you Bradley.

FactualFrank · Post by **FactualFrank** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:54 pm

RIP Bradley Lowery.

I'm sure the Bradley Lowery Foundation will help many kids his age and provide something positive from something so terrible.

Sidney1st · Post by **Sidney1st** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:54 pm

Rip and I hope his family are left to grieve.

NRC · Post by **NRC** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:55 pm

RIP Bradley Lowery. My day is filled with reflection

DCWat · Post by **DCWat** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:56 pm

I hope he had the best time imaginable over the last six or twelve months. He and his family have been brave beyond belief in their battle against an illness that no one, let alone a child with so much to live for, should ever have to go through.

Rest in peace little Bradley and my thoughts are with your friends and family.

Goddy · Post by **Goddy** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:58 pm

More than a tear in my eye.

Brave lad; fantastically supportive, dignified and loving family.

Just so sad - heaven's gain.

Be at peace, Bradley

claretdom · Post by **claretdom** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:59 pm

Rip little man, no parent should have to bury their child.

Hopefully in time his family can look back on the memories created during his illness with fondness.

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:03 pm

Sunderland play tonight at Bury - he will be in their thoughts. The club have placed the following on their website this afternoon.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Bradley’s parents, Gemma and Carl, his brother Kieran and their family and friends. We extend our love and support to them, now and always.

Bradley captured the hearts and minds of everyone at our club with his indomitable spirit, tremendous courage and beautiful smile, which could light up even the darkest of rooms. Despite battling neuroblastoma for much of his all too short life, he demonstrated a bravery and fortitude beyond his years that humbled us all. He was truly an inspiration.

His heart-warming friendship with players and staff alike epitomised the impact this wonderful little boy had on everyone he met. He had a special relationship with Jermain Defoe and their feelings for each other were evident for all to see. Jermain, naturally, is heartbroken.

Bradley’s story not only touched our club and our fans, but also the wider football community. Football can be a powerful force for good and our sport came together to embrace Bradley’s fight in a unique way. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to every club and fan who supported Bradley in recent months and showed such warmth and kindness to the Lowery’s - we are truly grateful.

Throughout his illness, Bradley’s family and friends have worked tirelessly to increase awareness of this brutal disease. Their fundraising campaign, initially for Bradley’s treatment and subsequently to raise money for the foundation that will bear his name, will ensure that other youngsters and parents facing the devastation of life-threatening illnesses will have the help and support they so desperately need.

Bradley’s passing will have a profound effect on everyone and we understand that people will want to reach out to support the Lowery’s. We would kindly ask on their behalf however, that that they are given the privacy they need as a family at this most unimaginably difficult time. We will continue to support them in whatever way we can.

Holtyclaret · Post by **Holtyclaret** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:04 pm

Such a brave little lad, Rest in Peace Bradley

Vegas Claret · Post by **Vegas Claret** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:09 pm

horrendous for all concerned. May he rest in peace with memories of his amazing friendship with Defoe

DAVETHEVICAR · Post by **DAVETHEVICAR** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:11 pm

Really sad,such a brave fighter.
RIP Bradley

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:14 pm

really is heartbreaking - Sunderland play tonight at Bury - the support for the Lowery's from them in Gigg Lane will be incredible I would think.

Walkerpool · Post by **Walkerpool** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:19 pm

So very sad R.I.P

The Enclosure · Post by **The Enclosure** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:21 pm

Heartbreaking it really is. Although a blessing that his suffering is finally over...RIP young man.you fought a great fight.x

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:24 pm

We won't need photographs to remember him but here are three I particularly like

iluva64 · Post by **iluva64** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:25 pm

LIFE JUST ISN'T FAIR AT TIMES

God Bless you Lowery

Steve1956 · Post by **Steve1956** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:30 pm

Life isn't fair, RIP little fellow x

Steve1956 · Post by **Steve1956** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:31 pm

ClaretTony wrote:We won't need photographs to remember him but here are three I particularly like

Special mention for Defoe who has been with the little fellow on his struggle

Wexford_Claret · Post by **Wexford_Claret** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:34 pm

I'm in no way ashamed to tell you I teared up a little when I heard the news.

Rest in Peace, brave Bradley.

Ashingtonclaret46 · Post by **Ashingtonclaret46** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:35 pm

R.I.P. a brave little soul who was an inspiration to many people.
My thoughts are with his family and friends.

JPS71 · Post by **JPS71** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:39 pm

R.I.P Bradley
Brave little lad no more pain now.
More than a tear in my eye.

spadesclaret · Post by **spadesclaret** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:47 pm

I can't see to type. I can't stop the tears. What a brave family. Our thoughts and prayers should be with them now that Bradley is finally at peace. What a journey it has been.

God Bless, Bradley.

Darnhill Claret · Post by **Darnhill Claret** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:53 pm

A big thank-you to the family for allowing us all to feel that we were all a part of Bradley's wider family, The Football Family.

beddie · Post by **beddie** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 4:58 pm

What a wonderful young brave boy he was. Very rarely did you see him without a smile on his face. God bless you Bradley.

Eloise Laws · Post by **Eloise Laws** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 5:01 pm

A very sad time for his family and friends. The story of Bradley has touched the hearts of many, and in thinking of him today we must also spare a thought for everyone else who is fighting this dreaded disease. Loosing a child must be one of the hardest things to have to bear as a parent.

dpinsussex · Post by **dpinsussex** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 5:05 pm

Gone but touched the hearts of many. Never forgotten
RiP

Spijed · Post by **Spijed** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 5:11 pm

Very sad

Paul Waine · Post by **Paul Waine** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 5:17 pm

God bless, little boy.

Cleveleys_claret · Post by **Cleveleys_claret** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 5:19 pm

RIP Bradley ..... amazing how one so young united a whole community....... regardless of team colours. Shows what this great sport can achieve and hearts and minds it can reach when we all unite

Cleveleys_claret · Post by **Cleveleys_claret** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 5:21 pm

Would not surprise me if Sunderland were to retire the number 6 for a season in honour

wilks_bfc · Post by **wilks_bfc** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 5:27 pm

RIP Bradley. You touched & united us all

RingoMcCartney · Post by **RingoMcCartney** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 5:35 pm

I spent some time with my oldest at pendlebury children's hospital years ago. Some of the the things you see a heart breaking.

Rest in peace little fella.

Buxtonclaret · Post by **Buxtonclaret** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 5:37 pm

Rest In Peace, Bradley.

clansman · Post by **clansman** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 5:42 pm

R.I.P. Bradley
As ct said cancer has no colours. His pain is ended and he leaves love in the memory.

PutTheWheelieBinsOut · Post by **PutTheWheelieBinsOut** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 6:02 pm

amazing little boy RIP

aclaretinstevenage · Post by **aclaretinstevenage** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 6:12 pm

So incredibly sad. R.I.P Bradley, you were an inspiration to everyone.

Thoughts with the parents and family.

Finally big respect for Jermaine Defoe.

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 6:13 pm

Bury v Sunderland tonight

Bury Football Club have just confirmed that all gate receipts tonight will be donated to the Bradley Lowery Foundation - what a wonderful gesture

DCWat · Post by **DCWat** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 6:14 pm

ClaretTony wrote:Bury v Sunderland tonight

Bury Football Club have just confirmed that all gate receipts tonight will be donated to the Bradley Lowery Foundation - what a wonderful gesture

That's fantastic, particularly from one of the smaller clubs. Well done, Bury.

Juan Tanamera · Post by **Juan Tanamera** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 6:31 pm

A brave little man finally free from his pain.
Respect to his family.

ALP · Post by **ALP** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 6:35 pm

God Bless this little one, really puts life into perspective.

Sidney1st · Post by **Sidney1st** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 6:56 pm

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Cirrus_Minor · Post by **Cirrus_Minor** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 8:05 pm

That is so sad. Really unfair for the poor little lad. My heart goes out to the parents, no idea how they must be feeling now.

KeighleyClaret · Post by **KeighleyClaret** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 8:49 pm

For such a young man he was a complete inspiration. He packed so much into his short life and was an inspiration to everyone who met him.

Special kudos to Jermaine Defoe for his obvious love and support for the wee man and his family, after all his goals are forgotten his friendship with Bradley will long be remembered.

Love to the family - you can be so proud of your lad.

ClaretTony · Post by **ClaretTony** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 8:59 pm

Pics taken at tonight's game

tim_noone · Post by **tim_noone** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 10:47 pm

God bless little man rip. Much admiration to jermaine for being at his side.x