[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 172 (Thursday, December 1, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1565]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING MARCUS JOHN BRADSHAW

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                            HON. JANICE HAHN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 1, 2016

  Ms. HAHN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Marcus John Bradshaw, 
the grandson of Jimmie Bernstein, and a former neighbor of mine when I 
lived in Long Beach, California. Marcus John Bradshaw was born to John 
and Sheri (Bernstein) Bradshaw on July 26, 1988, in Hazel Crest, 
Illinois. Marcus was blessed to have three older brothers, Eric, John 
and Timothy. Known for his kindness, Marcus was steadfastly loyal and 
faithful to all who were blessed to know him.
  Marcus attended Western Avenue Elementary School in Flossmoor, 
Illinois, where he played soccer and baseball. Marcus went to Parker 
Junior High School in Flossmoor, where he played volleyball, golf, as 
well as participated in a national chorus. Outside of school, he was a 
member of a traveling baseball team, for which he played second base. 
Marcus graduated from Homewood-Flossmoor High School in 2006. He 
lettered in volleyball, participated in intramural sports, and became 
an official ball boy for the Chicago Bears. During the 2006 season, 
Marcus went to the Super Bowl when the Bears played the Indianapolis 
Colts. His school chronicled his experience as an NFL ball boy for the 
Chicago Bears in a feature article for its newspaper, the Homewood-
Flossmoor High School Voyager. Marcus attended DePaul University, where 
he participated in the volleyball club and enjoyed playing flag 
football with friends. In 2010, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree 
in Business Management.
  Marcus began his professional career as a Brand Ambassador for 
Powerade and Fuze. He was then promoted to Event Manager for Powerade. 
He also worked as a Construction Coordinator for Goodman Networks. 
Following his tenure there, he worked for Bradshaw Construction & 
Management, first as a Field Inspector at Chicago's Midway Airport and 
then as a Quality Assurance Inspector at O'Hare International Airport. 
Marcus proved to be a consummate professional, known for his strong 
work ethic and his consistent punctuality.
  His travels included Mexico, the Caribbean islands, Australia, as 
well as two trips to China including the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. 
Marcus' sparkling personality, infectious smile, and winning ways 
reflected his humorous side. He was witty and fun to be around. His 
favorite pastimes included fantasy football and fantasy basketball. In 
addition, he skied, continued to play volleyball and golf, and as a 
testament to his athletic prowess, served as a wide receiver for the 
Chicago Thunder semi-professional football team.
  Marcus truly enjoyed life to the fullest and experienced much in his 
27 years. Marcus made his transition to everlasting peace and joy on 
July 5, 2016, from the rare incurable disease, autoimmune hemolytic 
anemia. Marcus will forever remain in the minds and hearts of those who 
love him as his spirit soars with the angels in the presence and love 
of God.
  Marcus is survived by those that honor and cherish his memory 
including: his parents, John and Sheri Bradshaw; his brother Eric and 
his wife Ana; his brother John and his wife, Sylvia; his brother 
Timothy; his maternal grandmother Jimmie Bernstein; as well as a host 
of loving family members and a legion of friends throughout the nation.

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