We Are Better Than This» tribute

Tribute to Kelsey Buzzanco

brady — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 23:48:29 +0000

Kelsey bought a handgun believing that he needed it for self-protection since he lived and worked in a crime-filled area of town. But, tragically, he used the gun against himself March 2010.
A gun is far more likely to be used against you or a loved one for self-protection but there is no taking back what happened. Our hearts break for all those lost to such senseless gun violence.

Tribute to Rafael Santiago Jr.

brady — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 20:07:45 +0000

On Sept. 21, 1979 at only 19-years-old, you were taken from us. All you did was come home from work, look out the window, and then a shot rang out and caught you in the head. I will never forget the look on mom’s face as she held you in her arms wailing. What a devasting blow to our family. Things were never the same and time hasn’t healed our wounds. We love and miss you dearly and you definately will never be forgotten. Rest in peace, my brother.

Tribute to Ryan C. Clark

brady — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 21:53:37 +0000

Ryan Clark was one of the 32 people murdered at the Virginia Tech Massacre. In the accompanying video, his aunt, Pat Craig, discusses the support provided by the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence. She has since been active in calling for improved gun laws.

Ryan’s favorite place in the world was Camp Big Heart, a summer spot in Fort Yargo State Park in Winder, Ga. Every summer for the past eight years, he spent two weeks at the camp for mentally impaired children, first as a volunteer counselor and, later, as music director.

“He was one of the kindest, most compassionate people I have ever known,” said Mary Ellen Ipser, the camp’s administrator. “He was also one of the funniest. He knew how to play, and the staff, parents, campers — everybody — adored him.”