Kerri Ann Bradford, nee Koscik age 41 of Riverside, Illinois, formerly of Chicago and Richton Park, passed from this world in the early morning on September 5, 2020. Kerri was a doting mother, caring and loved wife, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and niece, and friend to many. She leaves a legacy of perseverance and living life to its fullest no matter the challenges. Kerri is survived by her husband Mark Albert Bradford (41) also of Riverside, Illinois, formerly of Chicago and Glen Carbon, IL; her son Ryan Alexander Bradford (7); her parents Richard A. Koscik and Nancy J. Koscik, nee Erwin of New Lenox, Illinois; brother Scott M. Koscik and sister-in-law Joellyn Koscik, nee Tendy of Homer Glen, Illinois; nephew Jason Koscik; and uncle and aunt Robert and Linda Koscik of Downers Grove, Illinois. Kerri earned a master’s degree in early childhood education from the Erikson Institute in Chicago and a bachelor’s degree in human development and family studies from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana where she was a member of Sigma Kappa sorority. She was an active member of the Riverside Junior Woman’s Charity where she had served terms as an officer of the club and chaired and co-chaired numerous committees. She was involved in Riverside Pack 24 Cub Scouts where she served as an assistant leader and helped organize events. She previously served as the leader of combined Girl Scout Troops 1123 and 1321 in Chicago, Illinois where she was also actively involved in leadership of the service unit.
Visitation Friday, September 11th, 3:00pm-9:00pm at Kuratko-Nosek Funeral Home 2447 S. DesPlaines Avenue, North Riverside. Funeral service and interment private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kerri’s remembrance to the Comprehensive Transplant Center at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Donations to the Comprehensive Transplant Center may be made under the Comprehensive Transplant Center fund, noting Kerri’s name, at the following website https://www.feinberg.northwestern.edu/giving/ or Riverside Pack 24 Cub Scouts to pack24riverside@gmail.com via PayPal.
For further information, please contact Kuratko-Nosek Funeral Home at:
Email: frank@kuratkofuneralhome.com
Gladys Hansen-Guerra
Kerri will always be remembered for her heart, her devotion to each of the girls of her Girl Scout troop and the caring friend she was. She was a tremendous part of my daughter’s childhood and a friend to me always. May God keep her, Mark and their beautiful angel close always. Grateful for her presence, her example and her dedication to service always ❤️ She was a gift and we will keep her in our hearts always. Wish Nati & I could travel to Illinois for her memorial. We will be there on spirit.
Diane Lafikes
Our sympathies at the loss of your beautiful wife.
Katie McKnight Troop20320
Kerri is one of the best human beings I’ve ever known. She was always a bright light for me as a fellow educator, Girl Scout leader and Blackhawk’s fan.
Barb Crowder
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful woman. Condolences Mark!
Julia San Fratello
I met Kerri a few times over several years through book club. Kerri had a wry charm and an uncommon perspective on life which made her a treasure to hear from in our discussions. I know she especially loved her family, her home and being a mom.
I will long remember her smile, her candor and her self-awareness.
Cheryl & Gerald Hill
Kerri’s kindness and innate “goodness” will be missed by anyone that knew her. The world was made better by her very existence. She continually handled with dignity and grace all the trials and health difficulties she was dealt. Kerri’s legacy will live on through the beautiful son she created with her wonderful husband. There will be a large void without Kerri’s presence, however heaven will be made an even better place with her arrival.
lily gulik
Kerri, you are a wonderful person and fellow Girl Scout leader. I remember you. I am saddened at your passing.
Shelley Moreno
I know we lost touch after high school, but it was heartbreaking hearing that Kerri was no longer with us. Being neighbors, I considered her my best friend growing up. I will cherish the memories of the hours playing together and our adventures in the neighborhood and will keep her husband and son in my prayers. She will be greatly missed.
The Fish Family
Our prayers, sympathy, and love to Mark and family. We are sorry to hear of your loss. Aaron, Julie, & Gabriel
Rebecca Tejack
I am so very sad to hear about Kerri’s passing. I have been her hairstylist for quite a few years. I enjoyed seeing her in my chair & Loved our conversations. Her son was the light of her life.
My heart & prayers go out to Ryan, Mark, & the rest of her family.
Rest In Peace Beautiful Kerri
Aaron Sweeney
I grew up in Richton Park with Kerri. We were at U of I at the same time and then both wound up being Riverside residents. There aren’t many people in my life who I can say have known me since I was 5, but she’s on the list. She was a beautiful person and I am so saddened to hear she passed. Her family is in my prayers.