Ja Monte L. Bradford, 12, of Scranton, passed away January 30, at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Born in Danville on October 19, 2007, he is a son of Maria Colon and Chauncey Bradford.

Ja Monte was in 6th grade. He enjoyed drawling, playing with his trucks and cars and watching his favorite tv show, SpongeBob SquarePants. He will be remembered for his infectious smile and his ability to make people happy.

He was preceded in death by maternal great grandmother, Barbara Slack; paternal great grandmother, Gazelle Bradford; paternal great grandfather, James McClure and grandfather, Reginald McClure.

Left to cherish his memory are parents, Maria Colon and Chauncey Bradford; brothers, Nolan Rookwood, Ryan Gyle, Daniel and Alexander Groboski-Bradford; sisters, La Nique Bradford, Lillianna Groboski-Bradford and Litzira Roman Colon; paternal grandmother, Dawn Bradford; maternal grandparents, Barbara and Ernesto Colon and grandfather, Theodore Nicholas, IV.

Family and friends may visit Tuesday from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Kniffen O’Malley Leffler Funeral & Cremation Services. 465 S. Main St., Wilkes-Barre.