Journey of Life
On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, God in His infinite wisdom extended His loving hands and picked one of his courageous soldiers to come from labor to reward.
Rahzee Kamaza (formerly known as Anthony Stansbury Bradford), the first born and only son of the late Arthur Devole and Dorothy Mae Bradford was born in Baltimore, Maryland on December 8, 1953.
Rahzee was raised in Baltimore until the age of five. His family then moved to Glen Burnie, Maryland then to Severna Park, Maryland. Rahzee accepted Christ into his life and attended Leadenhall Baptist Church and Carter Street Baptist Church where he was baptized.
Rahzee, or Tony, as he was often referred to by his friends and loved ones, graduated from Severna Park High School in Severna Park, Maryland in 1972
Rahzee joined the United States Army and received an Honorable Discharge on December 9, 1982. While in the Army he successfully became an Airborne Paratrooper at Fort Benning, Georgia on March 30,1977.
On December 2, 1989, Rahzee married the love of his life, Annette C. Bradford, and from that union raised one amazing daughter, Crystal Danielle Bradford. He started his formal work career at Bethlehem Steel Corporation where he completed 30 years of service. Later he became a Longshoreman at the Steam Trade Association ILA 333. He served in various capacities such as driver and lasher just to name a few. He celebrated his retirement in October 2016 after serving fifteen years.
Rahzee had a great love for studying the bible with his mentor Reverend Howard Ricks. He also enjoyed reading/studying his positive thinking books and sharing them with others. He enjoyed playing card games with his card playing buddies, William, Big Mike, Teddy, Cary, Jamie, Kevin, Bruce and Tony. Rahzee often entered poker tournaments where he won first place several times He was also a Master Chess Player and he won numerous tournaments. He loved talking with his friends about sports particularly getting stats from Ron, Rob and Tre about basketball and his Commanders. Later in life his pride and joy was taking his granddaughter Dani (Butta) to the library at least two times per week. Also, playing Monopoly with his best friend Rob and his family. Rahzee also enjoyed playing 500 every week with his wife, Joyce and Linda.
Rahzee leaves to cherish his memory: His wife, Annette Bradford; daughter, Crystal Danielle Bradford; Granddaughter Danielle Christine Walker; Sisters Linda Lynn Bradford and Lori Ann Bradford; Sister-in-Law, Joyce M. Ricks; Aunt Christine Bradford; other loving brothers and sisters Willam Jordan (deceased), Cary Hithon, Pam Meade, Dale Clarke, Pam and Carol (Chookie) Hithon. His brotherhood crew, Rob Blackledge, Ron Christian, Brian Evans, Donnie Goodin, and Burnis Parker; Special mentees Little Tony Horn and Todd Jennings; God-Children Myesha Jordan, Raymond Hill III (JR) and Keya Kane; Special nieces and nephews Raymond Hill Jr. (Juggie), Tory Monroe-Smith and Nastassja (Flipper) Morton; Special Cousins Michael Boone (deceased), Eric Hockaday, Cheryl Barney and Andre Boone and a host of other cousins, family and friends.
Order of Service
Pastor Johnnie Randolph, Jr. – Officiating
Prelude
Gathering
The Word of Grace
Greeting
Musical Selection
Prayer of Comfort
Words of Comfort (2 minutes)
Reflections
Tribute
Musical Selection
Acknowledgements/Reading of Obituary
Musical
Eulogy
Committal
Dismissal w/Blessing
Clergy/Ministerial Staff
To My Husband,
Family Tributes
Of all the loving angels God could have created, I thank him for one who descended into, My Everlasting Mate. Of all the stories to unfold, The Greatest Love Story ever told, is how you came into my life not a moment too late. That’s why loving you is a pleasure I will always treasure. You are My Everlasting Mate.
Daddy,
If I could give you one thing in life, I would give you the ability to see yourself through my eyes. Only then would you realize how special you are to me. Thank you for believing in me more than I believe in myself. Thank you for your constant support, endless love and for being my everlasting friend. I will always be your little girl, and you will always be my greatest hero. Love the one who needs you ‘till the end.
Hey Boy, (Son/Brother)
It’s your turn, you are the first-place winner, leave one in!
Brother,
“Infinite Oneness. Infinite Peace. Infinite Love.” – Wayne Dyer
Pop,
Come in my room!
-Annette
-Punkin’
-Love Lynn
-Love Lori
-Love Dani
