Stephen Ray Bradford

PHOENIX – Stephen Ray Bradford, 58, of Phoenix, born January 03, 1960 in Decatur, IL. passed away Monday October 01, 2018 at his home. Son of Rose Mary Bradford and the late Ted C. Bradford who preceded him in death. Mr. Bradford is survived by his mother Rose Mary Bradford, sister Shelley Rose Bradford, three nieces and nephews: Chardell Stephen Bond, Ciara Rose Bond, Chase Ellis Brown, and his many friends who loved him dearly. Mr. Bradford studied at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and was a Store Manager for Florsheim Shoes, Whitehall Jewelers, Jewelry Designer at Gauthier Jewelry of Scottsdale, and Store Manager for Lenscrafters, Biltmore Fashion Park. Mr. Bradford was Chair of the LGBTQ Caucus of the Arizona Democratic Party. He will be most remembered for his selfless dedication to LGBTQ causes especially those for homeless youth and transgender persons. His unwavering belief in equality for all persons and his crusade for victims of injustice will be the hallmarks of his legacy. Mr. Bradford will be cremated. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, October 7th from 2:00pm-5:00pm at The Crescent Ballroom in Downtown Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ray Bradford Memorial Fund. Proceeds from the fund will go to the charities closest to his heart. https://www.gofundme.com/ray-bradford-memorial-fund. Visit www.hansenmortuary.com for online condolences.