I have many fine memories of playing in bands with Brad over the years. I will miss him.

To Michael and to Brad's children, we send our sincere condolences. You've been in our thoughts and conversations since we first heard from you a week or two ago. I'm remembering a cute photo of you Michael with Brad and Jerry, as children, all of you in striped pajamas sitting under a Christmas tree. My mom and dad have it. Another childhood memory during my struggling piano practicing years is of Brad pounding out Beatles tunes on our piano, and then most recently a get together at Mark's house when Brad played his guitar and led us in a sing song, which didn't actually sound that good. Sorry for what you had to work with Brad. I, like James, remember lots of hiking in the wilderness as a teen, visiting at Uncle Jim and Aunt Donna's house. I'm sure many of us are remembering visits out west. Our thoughts are with you.

My husband and I were very close to Brad during the years when they played in a band together.  Brad was such a charismatic person, full of life and fun.  He will always be in my thoughts.  

My condolences to his family.  The last time I spoke with him was a number of months ago, and you are all he talked about.

Several years ago Uncle Brad lived in a small house in Lake Cowichan just a short 20 minute walk from our grandma's house. This house was along a small road surrounded by forest with no street lights. I remember being so excited to walk back at the end of the night (while terrified of cougars) so Uncle Brad, Rachel, Amanda, Steven, James, and I could stay up late and watch VHS movies while eating junk food. Uncle Brad was that fun, goofy uncle that made my childhood summers complete. He is the reason my cousins are in this world and that alone makes him special. The one wish I would have had, is to have courage as a kid to get up on stage and play with my uncle every time he encouraged me to. Thank you for being in my life, making me laugh, and giving me this amazing family.

Michael,                                                  Sending our most heartfelt condolences to all of you. We will miss getting Brad's phone calls and so appreciated that he kept in touch with us.
Our thoughts and prayers will be with you on Sunday.
Love,
Uncle Dave and Aunt Sandy

Although it has been quite a few years since last being in Brad's company, we still remember the happy times with him. Brad was a very talented musician and quite a jokester whenever we did meet.
We'll always remember Brad's infectious grin and wonderful sense of humour. Rest in Peace, Brad.
With love, Aunt Joan & Uncle Steve

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James Bradley Colwell

5 September, 1954 – 22 August, 2016

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