I knew Rad as a high schooler and I was a Young Life leader. He had the most amazing energy that made both his peers and adults want to be around him. Rad had a way of welcoming anyone in and providing a level of comfort that allowed people to put their guards down and just be. What a gift to have a friend with a quality like that especially as a teenager!
Although time has passed, I know his contagious energy, spirit for life, and faith infected those he came across. It's not every Young Life kid I can remember as vividly as Rad. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this unbearable season and that God shows bits of light in the darkness. And may we all carry a little bit of him with us to make this world a little bit brighter.
Sincerely,
Haley (Gage) Champion