My deepest condolences to our dear  friend Brad's family. Your kindness was one in a million, very hard to find. He would always cheer us up and will forever be remembered in the most humble and heart warming human being. RIP Brad! Never forgotten...

I only worked with Brad a few times at TCH, but his energy, enthusiasm, and genuine warmth and compassion left a lasting impression on me.  He will be greatly missed.  My deepest sympathies to his family. 

Very sorry for the loss of Brad..  always a fun guy to be around.. RIP.. my friend 

My heart is heavy with the news of Brad’s passing. I will cherish the memories from high school and church youth group. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time.

Brad was a such a kind soul. I grew up with Brad. I am so sorry for his family.  I know he loved you dearly. Thoughts and prayers.

My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Linnell family. 

In high school (Watertown, NY) I lived two doors down from Brad but lost track of him over the years after I graduated.  I remember him as a fun loving guy who had a lot of energy, a great sense of humor and a kind heart.  When I was the new kid on the block he went out of his way to make me feel welcome in the neighborhood.  He was a really great guy.  I think he use to take Karate lessons or something because I have this funny memory of him running around in a white Karate suit throwing jump kicks in the air.  I also remember he had a pet tarantula that would get loose in the house and that would freak out his mom.  Brad was well liked by all of his friends and my deepest sympathies go out to the family.

I graduated with Brad and I'm saddened by his passing.  He was always nice to me during high school.  I enjoyed his posts on Facebook, and he was so proud of his family.  He certainly enjoyed life.  My husband recently passed away unexpectedly, so I understand what the family is going through.  May God give his wife and family comfort and peace until they meet again.      

Meet thru Lutz Chiefs he always had a smile an wanted to know how you were . Prayers to your family an friends 

Brad was my friend. I worked with him for about 4 years in multiple capacities at 2 different hospitals.  It was a pleasure to work with him because he was an amazing nurse with great bedside manner and a broad knowledge base and skill set.  He was always willing to help in whatever way was needed and seemed to always be moving about 20 mph faster than anyone else.  His patients and coworkers will miss him fiercely.  Farewell my friend.

We met Brad at the Chiefs football field back when Grayson was on the peewee squad. Will always remember his bubbly welcoming energy always cheering on the team and telling the kids they did a good job. Loved that he was never a guy to walk by you and not say hi. If he saw you, he was walking over to ask you how everybody is and always super friendly., cracking jokes. He is and was always a great dad ; always working on himself for the love of his family.  Great guy and great family. My heart and prayer goes out to Suzanne, Grayson and the family. Anything I can do please let me know and please let me know how to make a donation to the college fund.

Mr.Brad was like a father to me. I’ve known the Linnells since I was 9 months old and they will always be my family. Thank you Mr.Brad for all of the wonderful memories you’ve blessed me with and the greatest pointers to life I could ask for. You were my 2nd dad and always will be, I love you endlessly and forever will. Mrs. Suzanne, Grey, and Marlee, you all are family to me and I love you guys so much❤️

Brad was kind, compassionate, generous and always made people smile.  He loved life and his family immensely.  
When Hurricane Irma hit Tampa, Suzanne and Brad opened their home to friends, family and neighbors.  And when the storm passed, Brad went above and beyond the norm and delivered supplies to our daughter Kim and others that needed help.  When thanked he answered “No problem.  We’re all family”.  Brad treated everyone as if they were family.
Suzanne, Marlee Rose, and Greyson; he was incredibly proud of each of you and loved you with all his heart.
Brad will be missed and loved forever.  We were blessed to have known him.

Please accept our condolences and prayers.
Love,
Terri and Hank Apana

This came as such a shock to all of us.

I first met Brad when he joined the "Dancing Dads" for his nieces dance recital this past year. He was our "newbie" and his energy and excitement was contagious.  He was always on the move and never stopped. Regardless that he just pulled a shift, had a kids game to attend or that he was dog tired, he was still there, still upbeat and giving it 100% . The man was pure energy, pure excitement and awesome motivation!

He was just an all around great guy and there was never a dull moment with him on stage. 

We spoke a lot about work and family.
He was so proud of his family and you could see it in his eyes and hear it in his voice when he spoke of them,  was passionate about his career and loved what he did.

Brad, you were a hero to many and I'm sure that you have helped more than you would ever have known.

You are gone way too soon brother but you will never be forgotten. I am proud to have gotten to know you and to have had the honor of sharing a dance stage with you. 

Keep rockin' in heaven man!

R.I.P. my friend.|

Gordon (Dancing Dad's)

Brad was such a beacon of light in this world!  He would walk into a room and light it up with charm, charisma and personality.  He was a great friend, always cared about people's personal lives, and always put a smile on your face.  

If I had one word I had to chose to describe Brad it would be acceptance.... he always accepted everyone and never judged them.  He was a very special person in that light, I had never seen him not make an effort to get to know someone and accept them into his circle.  He was a one of a kind special person and always fun to be around with his outlook on life.  I can't thank him enough for what he has done for our friendship and for all of our friendships here in Heritage Harbor.  I will miss him immensely!

Suzane, Marlee Rose, Greyson you all have family here to lean on, stay strong and use this family to keep your spirits up and get through this.  Brad will never be forgotten, he will always be with you and watching over you all from above.

How could our family possibly choose a favorite memory? There are just too many. Brad was always the life of the party, but he was also the glue that kept relationships together. He loved life, his family, and his friends so much. His heart was so big and he wasn't afraid to show it.  Brad was so awesome at so many things..... cooking, sports, fishing, swimming, and my favorite dancing.
I guess if I had to pick a favorite memory it would be him dancing and having fun. No wonder God wanted this big hearted angel to be watching over us all from above.

We will miss you terribly friend. I'm so glad that we went to the pool  that Memorial Day in 2002 because we had the pleasure of having you all in our lives after that day. 

Suzanne, Marlee Rose, & Greyson we love you like family and always will. God be with you all - Love, Jeff, Shelly, Nicole, Connor, & Jake

Please accept my deepest sympathy! I had the pleasure of meeting Brad at St Joseph’s hospital where we worked together. He was such a cheerful and compassionate nurse. 
I will sincerely miss him. My prayers are with the family. 
Eve

Brad’s bigger than life persona was fully immersed in our Heritage Harbor family and completely dedicated to his family. Always intent on sharing his love of family and extending that through our friendship and the neighborhood. You just can’t help but smile when you hear his name. Missed, yes, but our heart is full of amazing memories with Brad, Suzzane, Greyson, Marlee Rose. Pretty sure that God is having a laugh at the Pearly Gates while Jesus is saying “do you know who your talking to?”! Big prayers for a man with a Big Heart!! Love ya Bro!
Steve, Maggi, Austin, Becca

Suzanne, Marlee Rose & Greyson,

We are so shocked and saddened with Brad's passing.  Brad was a groomsman in our wedding in 1993, and he was the life of the party ! As you know, he was the life of the party wherever he was ! He sincerely will be greatly missed. With Facebook, he was never that far away !  You are all in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time. 

Love, Glenn, Trish,  Jessica & Sarah

To the Linnell and Haley families,
  We are so sorry for your loss. Brad was so loved and appreciated.  We knew him so briefly but recognized how loving their family is.  May the warm memories they will cherish be of comfort in the days ahead.  We only wish we could be there to hug you all.  
With condolences,
Mike & Diane Gallagher

I have been lucky enough to know the Linnell family for over half of my life. Marlee Rose has been my best friend since the second grade and through this the Linnells became family to me.  Mr. Brad always made me laugh and showed me to never take life too seriously.  He had the ability to brighten up any room he walked into.  The love he had for Mrs. Suzanne, Marlee, and Greyson was so evident in everything he did.  
Mr. Brad, thank you for the fun and silly memories you have given Marlee and I together and everyone else who was blessed to know you. Thank you for being family.  I will hold these precious memories so close to my heart.  
We all love and miss you so much. 

Brad was a great man.  We have so many great memories with Brad and Suzanne watching our boys grow up and play football together.  He was always full of laughter and loved the microphone and the music while calling games at the Lutz Chief's Football field .  Brad was always full of energy and was so much fun to be around.  He has left this earth way too soon.  He will be missed.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to Suzanne, Marlee Rose. and Greyson.  May God give you strength and peace in this difficult time.  You are loved.... Clay, Anh, Clamon and Cameron Fearrington.

We have so many memories of Brad, all of which make us smile.  Always the life of the party, just wanting to have good time and enjoy all life has to offer.
Thankfully we had the opportunity to share a drink and some fireworks just a few weeks ago. 
You have left us much too soon.  The memories of you will last forever and will always make us smile.  

Much love to Suzanne, Marley Rose & Greyson.

Brad,
You were always fun to be around. Always a smile!! We could see you loved Suzanne and the kids very much and we had fun watching you enjoy them. You will be missed. Our prayers go to all of the family and friends. Bonnie and Cliff Jones

Brad, my favorite memory was when we hung outside the Ice Palace to watch the Lightning win Game 7 of the Stanley Cup! We had lots of great talks and you were there when I needed a friend the most. What stuck me most about you was your unending love for people. Always open, always gracious, always inclusive of others.  Gone too soon, but a shining light you will always be. Love you brother!

Brad,

You will be missed by so many people.  I am so fortunate to know you and your family.  Good times in HH i will always remember.  

Rest well

Sherri 

Much loved friend. Condolences to family.  

David

Brad was a great guy. Full of energy and always a fun guy to be around. He went before his time. We are still in shock. He will be missed. Our condolences to his family and loved ones. They are in our thoughts and prayers.  We are out of town so unable to attend the services. Harold and Michelle Koster.

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Brad Alan Linnell

October 8, 1967 – August 5, 2019

Blount & Curry Funeral Home-Carrollwood

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