MATHEW’S STORY

Matthew James Bradley - Jackson

Matthew James Bradley – Jackson, born on August 1, 1993, in Denver, Colorado to his parent Larry Bradley and Katherine Allen, bringing joy and warmth into every life he touched. Raised by his loving guardians, Delyette and Ricky Jackson, Matthew flourished with the spirit of adventure and mischievousness, spreading laughter and love to all who knew him.

Matthew's journey began surrounded by the familiar embrace of siblings Ernest,, James , Jawon , Reggie , Sieglinde, Melitta , Ericka, Stacey, Kinika, and Mercedes . His childhood was marked by a contagious smile and an indomitable spirit that left every room brighter.

Graduating from Rangeview High School in 2012, Matthew's educational path was set in Aurora Public Schools. Rooted in faith from an early age, he often attended Zion Temple Pentecostal Church alongside his sister, Siggy.

To know Matthew was to love him—his infectious laugh, positive energy, and encouraging spirit are fondly remembered by close friends Sabrina Bynes, Lexis McQueary, Deja Woodard, Yolunda Grindle, Dejonna Clark, and Dezjuan Hooks.

On June 13, 2026, in Lakewood, Colorado, Matthew's earthly journey met its peaceful conclusion as he embraced the eternal warmth of the Lord. His radiant legacy endures through a community who cherishes every moment spent with him.He is preceded in death by his parents, Katherine Joy – Allen and Larry Bradley, grandparents Joe and Sieglinde Baucom, and guardian Ricky Jackson

.Matthew survives by a loving network of family, including his siblings, Ernest Mckinney, Jr., James Smith, Jawon Garrison, Reggie McGee, Quan Jackson, Sieglinde Vasquez, Melitta Joy-Riley, Ericka Bradley, Stacey Bradley, Kinika Bass, and Mercedes Jackson; his grandmother Betty Box, and a multitude of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and friends. To know Matthew was to truly love him.