Dear Barbara and Larry and Laura
We just found out last night that Brad had passed away.  We
were out of town in january so we didn't know of his passing until
it was just mentioned to us.  Our memories are of a wonderful little boy who we watched grow up with scott and tim.  We loved watching the kids play sports together and loved hearing about him whenever we saw you. We wish you condolences at this terrible time and please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. 
fondly karen and tom stern

I remember Brad as a little boy attending Glenridge School. My condolences to his lovely father, mother and sister. May Brad Rest In Peace.

Barbara Messing Spector
Gene Spector

Dear Larry, Barbara, Laura, and Family,  we love you and have been thinking of you all and praying for you everyday. We cannot express how sorry we are for the loss of your beloved Brad. Brad's funeral was a  tribute to a beautiful man who gave of himself fully. How many people were saved by his love.What an inspiration. Truly, a beautiful life.  We are here for you now and always. Love, The White Family

My condolences to the family during this time of loss.. Brad was a great friend! He did more for me than I ever did for him. I am sad he had to part from us so soon. B-Rad, we will miss you!!


-Jack T

I met Brad in 2009 when I walked up to a church to my first Meeting in 13 years. I was welcomed by this very tall man who gave me such a big gentle hug I thought I’d start crying with appreciation . He kept up with those hugs  for more then ten years . . Thank you for your son for he helped me save my life   

Brad was a dear friend and mentor to me. My heart breaks knowing he is gone. He was the personification of a good social worker and I admired his passion for both our clients and the field itself. Beyond that, his funny quips and gentle presence never failed to brighten my day. He always had my back, as both a supervisor and friend. I miss him dearly. We have lost a truly incredible person. Sending my love to those who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Brad seemed like a really good guy. I only knew him from a few short conversations we had working together at Baltimore Crisis Response, but I was sad to hear about his passing. I know that he touched many lives in Baltimore and will be missed.

My deepest condolences to the family of Brad Poger on your profound loss.
I worked with Brad at BCRI ever since he started with the agency. I sincerely trusted his clinical  judgement because I know how much he cared about the clients. Many of them turned to him specifically for support because he had such a kind and calming manner.
I'm so sorry that I didn't get a chance to say goodbye to him.
May his soul rest in peace.
Diane Ossip

Brad and I shared many loves. My husband was his sponsor. We often chatted over the years as Brad came to our home to work on his recovery with Paul. I know they very much loved and respected each other. 

Brad and I are also both clinical social workers. Brad loved his work with clients and his BCRI family. All who knew him will grieve his loss and never quite be the same. He gave much of himself and there are many who benifitted from his love humor and spirit. Job well done dear friend. Rest easy.

Bz and Paul C.

Larry and Barbara, 
I'm so very sad to hear about Brad's passing. He was so full of spirit all those mornings carpooling to school and in class. My deepest condolences to you and Laura. May his memory be a blessing.
Shula

I met Brad in 2019 when I started working at Baltimore Crisis Response, Inc. in Baltimore, MD. Brad was a kind sole who sincerely cared about helping others, both his clients and his co-workers.  When I come to work now, I think about how nice of a guy he was and miss his sarcastic comments and subsequent laugh every time we met in my office. My prayers and thoughts are with those who knew Brad, g-d rest is soul.

Brad helped train me to become a licensed therapist. He mentored me and served as a reference for me in my application process for my professional license. Brad and I sparred a lot on work issues, but we also laughed a lot. We also talked at length about many things, including what it's like to live so far away from your family.  We traded many barbs. Just a few weeks ago, I got so angry with him over the notes he wrote on my annual performance evaluation. He indicated that I am very intelligent and a secret asset, but I belch too much. 

We drove each other nuts, and I'm devastated he's gone. I will miss you, Brad. 


OBITUARY

Brad Stephen Poger

12 February, 1968 – 4 January, 2020

Berger Memorial Chapel

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